Dear Editor: I would like to express thanks to the people who cast their votes for me in the recent election and congratulations to the elected members of the town council. The election raised a number of important issues, and I trust the council will consider them carefully. Bob Dorsett,[Read More…]
Month: April 2018
Rangely Pick-Up Days April 24-26
RANGELY | For seniors 65 years of age or disabled individuals, The Town of Rangely public works department will pick up debris and rubbish by appointment only. Qualified persons must make an appointment by April 24. Please sign your Rio Blanco County landfill coupon and give it to the public[Read More…]
Obituary: Gary Dunham
Gary Dunham March 26, 1943 ~ April 14, 2018 Gary Hermie Dunham passed away on April 14, 2018, after his well fought and courageous battle with cancer. Gary was born in Meeker on March 26, 1943, to Hermie H. and Elizabeth Parkes Dunham. Growing up on the Dunham family ranch[Read More…]
Spartan Showdown Rodeo in the books
RANGELY | Reflecting on the April 6-7 rodeo events in Rangely, Colo., Northwestern Community College’s rodeo head coach, Jed Moore, declared, “What an awesome weekend of rodeo action! Your CNCC Spartan cowgirls and cowboys didn’t let a little rain slow them down at the fifth annual Spartan Showdown right here in[Read More…]
Green River water diversion proposal draws protests
RBC | Earlier this month the Colorado River District released a statement protesting the application for water rights filed by Water Horse Resources LLC, owned by Aaron Million. The application for Utah water rights requests 55,000 acre feet of water from the Green River with two pump stations located five miles[Read More…]
ERBM approves trail construction project contract
MEEKER | “Am I not allowed to ask questions? Because if I’m not, I’m wasting my time and I want to know why.” Meeker resident Wiley Berthelson opened Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan (ERBM) Recreation & Park District’s April 17 meeting, seeking information on a recent bid award for the Trails Improvement[Read More…]
Betrayed by my stretchy pants (OPED)
RBC | I’ve worked from home for a long time, which means “stretchy pants” (leggings, pajamas and the like) are my uniform six out of seven days a week. When I set out to find three professional(ish) outfits for Colorado Press Association’s annual conference this past weekend, I was confident it[Read More…]
RHS baseball falls in non-league games
RANGELY | The Rangely Panthers baseball team traveled to Aspen on April 12 to take on the Skiers in a non-league match-up. The Panthers came out early in the game and played great defense behind a stellar outing on the mound for junior Tristan Moore, but the Skiers were able to[Read More…]
Register for community ed classes now
Meeker | Spring CNCC Community Education Classes starting in April and May are open for registration, and due one week prior to class starts. Don’t miss these opportunities to learn or create something new! Social Media Marketing: Next Steps – Cottage Food Training – May 9 – Learn the specifics[Read More…]
Panthers host first Battle of the Borders
RANGELY | The Rangely lady Panthers hosted its first Battle of the Borders last weekend with a total of 18 teams participating. The divisions consisted of 10U, 12U and 14U teams from Wyoming, Utah and Colorado. The lady Panthers had a great showing as a first year 12U team. It[Read More…]
Commissioners amend agreements
RBC | On Monday the Rio Blanco County Commissioners approved discounted pricing exceptions with Cimmaron Telecommunications. The discounts are to provide free internet access for White River Village, The Pines, events in front of the courthouse and fairgrounds. They amended their agreement with the White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts[Read More…]
“911: What is your emergency?” County switches to new 911 information system
RBC | What’s your emergency? In the event of an emergency, how much personal information would you reveal to first responders? Behind banks of computer screens, 24 hours a day, dispatch operators are on standby for every conceivable emergency call. No one wants to call 911, but when there’s a[Read More…]
Come say hi!
With two weeks to the state track competition, the Cowboys are headed to the league meet in Grand Junction this weekend. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/mhs-track-team-heads-to-league-meet/sports/
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This is the 22nd year wildlife biologist Mary Cunningham has introduced classes of students from Meeker Elementary and Barone Middle School, as well as members of the public, to our local assortment of birds in honor of World Migratory Bird Day. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/celebrating-our-migratory-birds/meeker/
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There will be three cannon test shots fired downtown on Friday, May 3 as a test run for the 4th of July. For more information on the cannon itself, visit https://www.theheraldtimes.com/the-sound-of-history-come-to-life/meeker/
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As the saying goes, "Small towns are the natural habitat of the drama llama."
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Feel like you're always "putting out fires" instead of doing the important things? https://www.theheraldtimes.com/editors-column-differentiating-the-urgent-from-the-important/opinion/
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A Celebration of Life will be held by the family "when the weather warms up and the work is all done this spring," according to Kay's wishes.
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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/
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The RBC Livestock Judging team competed in Sterling. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/rbc-livestock-judging-team-earns-multiple-awards-in-sterling/rio-blanco-county/
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