**ANNOUNCEMENTS** RADINO & CHUCKWAGON Please call before 8:00a.m. day of meal 878-5627 or 675-8112 Senior Citizen Nutrition Program Meals served at noon. Reservations appreciated. Suggested Donation Over 60 – $2.50. (Did you know? Homebound trays can be ordered for over 60, suggested donation $2.50 – 12:10 p.m. pickup.) Friday,4/6/18, BBQ[Read More…]
Month: April 2018
Trooper Tips: Avoid distracted driving
By Trooper Gary Cutler Colorado State Patrol Special to the Herald Times RBC | “I’m sorry, what was that? I was driving distracted.” “After all of these years, I’m surprised, I’m still surprised.” I hear myself saying this more and more. After reading this you’ll understand why. I’m often approached by[Read More…]
Cedar Ridges golf tournament April 21
RANGELY | The annual Cedar Ridges golf tournament will support the CNCC NIFA team’s trip to national competition. Entry fees are $200 a team or $50 for individuals. For details contact Kris Kauber: [email protected].
Days Gone By: March 29, 2018
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – It would seem that the woes of the country editor and publisher are never ending. In addition to ninety-seven and a half columns of “immediate release” matter, this we are in receipt of about a column and half from that old contributor—the[Read More…]
Letter: Students’ essays for WREA praised
Dear Editor: I am thanking Pake and Esmeralda for their recent letters. Your letters give me hope, and we all need hope. Your vision and thoughtfulness will contribute to a brighter future for us. I would also like to thank White River Electric for providing the opportunity to Pake and[Read More…]
Weekly Call Review: March 19-25, 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…]
Letter: Clearing up questions about change of job
Dear Editor: I am writing this letter to simply address continued questions regarding the sudden end of my employment at a local bank in Meeker. I did not quit, my employer terminated my working arrangements there. I feel very fortunate to have a new position with Yampa Valley Bank. This[Read More…]
Pinnacol Assurance issues $179K to RBC employers
RBC | Pinnacol Assurance, Colorado’s leading workers’ compensation insurer, is distributing $179,000 in workers’ compensation dividend checks this month to 228 Rio Blanco County policyholders. In total, nearly 53,000 employers throughout the state—roughly 94 percent of the company’s policyholders—will receive a portion of Pinnacol’s $50 million dividend. Check amounts are calculated[Read More…]
New Moos
Calving and lambing season are in full swing on ranches throughout the county. Jen Hill Photo
Community group outlines activities
RANGELY | Rangely Chamber of Commerce executive director Konnie Billgren gave an energetic presentation of COC activities to more than 20 individuals attending the monthly Rangely Networking meeting at noon Tuesday. Billgren expressed her excitement for getting a “See Rangely” billboard installed on Interstate-70 near Gypsum. Angie Miller, community education and[Read More…]
Letter: Rumors about Certified Local Government impacts are false
Dear Editor: As chair of the board charged with developing the framework for a Certified Local Government (CLG), I am compelled to write this letter to correct misinformation floating around the county concerning this program for landmarking historic properties. There is absolutely nothing in the CLG ordinance that requires anyone[Read More…]
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.