Ads for 3/8/2018 **ANNOUNCEMENTS** MEEKER STREAKER MONTHLY SCHEDULE March 2018 NOTE: Please schedule out -of-town appointments before 2:00 PM and call- in advance to set up all medical appointment rides. 970-878-9368 or Cell# 970-456-7701. Activities are subject to change. Bus available on dates noted below: 3/8 – Bus in town/Rifle[Read More…]
Month: March 2018
Get to know the candidates running for Rangely Town Council
RANGELY | On April 3, Rangely voters will go to the polls to choose three new town council members. *** Former Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Deputy and Rangely Police Officer Rich Garner has decided to continue serving the community by seeking election. “I have a long history of serving the public,”[Read More…]
Rangely Racquetball returns March 9-11
RANGELY | The 25th annual Rangely Racquetball Tournament will be held March 9-11 at the Rangely Recreation Center. Entry fees must be received by noon Monday, March 5. Sign up early, as participation is limited. Call tournament director Shirley Parsons, 970-675-5360, or call the rec center at 970-675-8211 for details.
Days Gone By: March 1, 2018
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – The limit of time for filing tax returns has been extended to April 1. But don’t wait till the time limit expires. Do it now. – Some of our citizens who put “this and that” together and then drew satisfying conclusions, are of the[Read More…]
Mental health first aid training March 28
RANGELY | Mental health first aid training will be held Wednesday, March 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the CNCC Weiss Conference Room at 500 Kennedy Dr. in Rangely. Registration is required for this free class and space is limited. Mental health first aid is an evidence-based, public health training[Read More…]
Halandras on ballot for third mayoral term
MEEKER | There will be only one name on the ballot for Meeker mayor in the April 3 municipal election. Regas Halandras is running for his third, and, due to term limits, final two-year term. Halandras is a Meeker native and a second generation Meeker mayor. His father, Gus, served as[Read More…]
Guest Column: Safety a priority for school district
By CHRIS SELLE Special to the Herald Times MEEKER | Given the recent events in Parkland, Fla., and the continued national, state and local debate, student safety remains a primary question for parents and community members. The Meeker School district has taken, or is currently working on, numerous steps to keep[Read More…]
Learn to cook well on a budget
MEEKER | Need help preparing healthy meals on a limited budget? Sign up for Cooking Matters, a free class held once a week for six weeks. Chefs and dieticians will answer your questions, you’ll eat in class, go home with groceries and have childcare provided. Classes held April 3-May 8[Read More…]
Letter: Shirley Barone family thankful for support and memories shared
Dear Editor: I am writing on behalf of myself and my family to thank those of you that were able to attend my mother’s funeral, and those of you that were not, but held a warm thought for my mother and her passing. A special thank you to those of[Read More…]
Guest Column: Understanding the caucus process
By Paula Davis Special to the Herald Times RBC | There’s a lot of talk about transparency in government. This transparency is more than just what happens in Commissioner or City council meetings, it’s about having clear and accurate information about what happens at all levels of government. Say you have[Read More…]
Rangely council talks police complaints, predator control
RANGELY | Tuesday the Rangely Town Council held a work session focused on the Rangely Police Department’s (RPD) process of handling complaints following by a regular meeting. The work session began by reviewing the new Community Outreach Program the town and RPD are putting together. The program includes classes focused[Read More…]
ERBM Metal Art Competition canceled
MEEKER | The ERBM Recreation and Park District Metal Art Competition has been canceled for 2018. If you had been working on a sculpture for the competition and would still like to submit for possible display at Town Park, please send photos and a description to Rodney Gerloff at [email protected].[Read More…]