Ads for 4/12/2018 **ANNOUNCEMENTS** Town of Rangely Pick-Up Days For seniors 65 years of age or those disabled, The Town of Rangely Public Works Department will pick up debris and rubbish by appointment only. Qualified persons must make an appointment by April 24th, 2017. Please sign your Rio Blanco County[Read More…]
Month: April 2018
Children’s Chorale in Rangely April 27
RANGELY | Since 1974 the Colorado Children’s Chorale has delighted audiences across the globe with their voices, choreography and enthusiasm. They’re coming to Rangely for a free performance Friday, April 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the high school auditorium.
Days Gone By: April 5, 2018
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – Meekerites woke up Wednesday morning to find a heavy fall of snow coming down. The high winds of the two preceding days was a warning that something was going to happen in the way of changed weather-—and it happened. During Wednesday and[Read More…]
Weekly Call Review: April 5, 2018
The following information is a weekly review of the calls for service that were reported to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Communications Office. If you have any questions or would like an explanation of the call types listed please call 878-9600. We will not regularly post any information as to[Read More…]
Obituary: Phyllis Joan Goddard
Phyllis Joan Goddard May 15, 1939 ~ March 24, 2018 Phyllis Joan Goddard, 78, passed away March 24, 2018, at Hope West Hospice Center in Grand Junction, Colo. Phyllis was born May 15, 1939, in Bayard, Neb., to Robert and Helen Colvalt. The family travelled to various towns in several[Read More…]
Diet, nutrition and healthy eating: Part 3 {Guest Column | Health & Wellness}
By JULIE DRAKE Special to the Herald Times RBC | I have several sets of “dishes” in my house. Everything from paper to plastic to Corelle to Noritake. Then there is “My Plate” that I hope to put on the table with each meal. What the heck is “My Plate” you[Read More…]
Innovation Rio Blanco: It’s time to develop stable, sustainable local economies {Guest Column}
By Joe Livingston Special to the Herald Times RBC | As the world continues to undergo technological revolution, the impacts continue to accelerate. The technologies continue to open new opportunities. 3D printers, CNC machines, stem cell treatments, self-driving cars, cell phones, burger flipping robots are but a few of the new[Read More…]
Help CNCC’s flight team go to nationals
RANGELY | Show off your skills and help CNCC’s NIFA flight team get to nationals. We are calling all cooks to enter their best rib and/or chili recipe in a winner-take-all contest April 21 at Cedar Ridges Golf Course from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. No entry fee is required,[Read More…]
Woodpecker …
This woodpecker was seen out at the county building in Rangely. Could spring actually be here? RENÉ HARDEN PHOTO
Obituary: Lawrence Joseph ‘Joe’ Dice
Lawrence Joseph ‘Joe’ Dice March 30, 2018 Lawrence Joseph “Joe” Dice of Silt, Colo., passed away March 30, 2018 in Rifle, Colo. Services to be held on April 22 at 2 p.m. at Coal Ridge High School in Silt, Colo. Joe was a rancher and is survived by his son,[Read More…]
Stamp Act 2.0? {Staff Column}
RBC | As a free market loving, Libertarian leaning Republican I am fond of the saying “Taxation is Theft.” While I know it’s a bit glib and typically used as a sensationalized attention grabber designed to make a big splash I was reminded this week why I really do despise taxation[Read More…]
Students speak up about the use of cell phones at school
By ALLIE WILLEY Special to the Herald Times MEEKER | Should we allow phones in schools today? Everybody has an opinion on the matter. There is one opinion people seem to be neglecting, though: the opinion of the millennials who use their phones every day. Meeker students responded to the following[Read More…]
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Three finalists for county administrator were interviewed by the commissioners last Tuesday. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/commissioners-interview-administrator-candidates/rio-blanco-county/
10 hours ago
The RBC Livestock Judging team competed in Sterling. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/rbc-livestock-judging-team-earns-multiple-awards-in-sterling/rio-blanco-county/
17 hours ago
MHS Drama presented "Emma: A Pop Musical" for its spring performance in April, to rave reviews. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/another-stellar-performance-by-mhs-drama-program/meeker/
1 day ago
The Meeker Mustang Makeover of 2024 kicks off on Saturday with pick-up day. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/from-scared-to-paired-mustang-journey-starts-saturday/rio-blanco-county/
1 day ago
With community help, Rangely High School track debuted the pole vault event at their home meet.
https://www.theheraldtimes.com/panthers-debut-pole-vault/sports/
2 days ago
Even with rain and snow coming this weekend, the time is now to start thinking about your gardening plan. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/358647-2/rio-blanco-county/
2 days ago
The MHS Cowboys are racking up their qualifications for the state meet in May. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/cowboys-travel-to-coal-ridge-rangely-meets/sports/
2 days ago
The Barone Middle School track team competed and placed well in the meet in West Grand last weekend. The eighth grade boys won the overall meet. Read the recap online at ht1885.com.
4 days ago