A magnitude 4.3 earthquake with an epicenter about 28 miles northwest of Parachute was felt by Rangely residents around 4 a.m., and according to the USGS “shake map” could have been felt by residents in Meeker, Parachute, Battlement Mesa, Grand Junction and Fruita. A second 2.9 magnitude earthquake, possibly an[Read More…]
Month: August 2018
The buses are back
The big yellow school buses are back in action. Meeker students returned to school Monday, Aug. 20. For interviews with Meeker School District’s new staff members, see page 5A. CAITLIN WALKER PHOTO
Locals’ discount available for Meeker Classic tickets, but don’t delay
MEEKER | Believe it or not, it’s Trials time again. The Meeker Classic Championship Sheepdog Trials kicks off its 32nd year on Wednesday, Sept. 5, showing off not just the orneriness of range sheep but the incredible power of a team of volunteers, and local residents have a unique opportunity[Read More…]
Town says its calculations for water usage are probably wrong
MEEKER | Chasing the consumers of 62 million gallons of town water in June broke down to 31 million gallons used by town commercial and residential users, which left another 31 million gallons, give or take, riding on the property owners whose land is crossed by the town’s water line[Read More…]
Two summer rodeos left in the series
MEEKER | Meeker’s Summer Rodeo contestants have only two performances left in which to achieve a possible championship in their summer events, Aug. 23 and the final performance Aug. 30. At this point the top two championship contenders in each event are as below. In order to qualify, contestants need[Read More…]
Coworking Think Tank this Thursday
MEEKER | Come participate in a conversation about coworking, remote jobs and how this new service can help you in your work or life Thursday, Aug. 23 at 627 Main St., from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Community Calendar: August 23, 2018
– Crafts class for middle school through high school teens. Every Friday at 1 p.m. starting Sept. 7 at Meeker Public Library. September’s theme will be jewelry making. Space is limited to 12 participants. Call 878-5911 or drop by to sign up. – Weekly Wanderers Fridays from 9 to 10:30[Read More…]
Legal Notices: August 23, 2018
HOME SCHOOL STUDENTS In order to comply with the Colorado School Attendance Law of 1963 parents establishing a home-based education are required to send written notification to the local school district. This notification should be provided in writing fourteen days prior to the establishment of the home-based program. The notification[Read More…]
Classifieds: August 23, 2018
**ANNOUNCEMENTS** The Rangely Food Bank is open on Saturdays from 12:00-2:00 p.m. at 204 E. Rio Blanco. To donate, please call 970-620-2407. ATV, Boat and Snowmobile Owners! You can now renew your Colorado OHV registrations on line at: www.parks.state.co.us The Rio Blanco Herald Times accepts all major credit cards. You[Read More…]
Evacuees from Cabin Lake Fire return home
CABIN LAKE FIRE (current as of press time Wednesday) Started: July 29 Cause: Unknown and Under Investigation Where: 16 miles SE of Meeker Acres: 5,967 acres Containment: 71 percent RBC | Thanks to welcome rains and cooler temperatures, Rio Blanco County will be moving from stage 2 to stage 1 fire[Read More…]
CDOT campaign offers incentives to avoid a DUI
RBC | If you’ve considered owning a personal breathalyzer to avoid a DUI, now’s your chance to purchase one at a huge discount, thanks to a joint partnership between the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and BACtrack, a leading personal breathalyzer company. As part of its 2018 The Heat Is On[Read More…]
Rangely Outdoor Museum picnic Aug. 31
RANGELY | Rangely Outdoor Museum invites you to the second annual Old Timers’ and Alumni Picnic Aug. 31 from 4-8 p.m. at the East End Park by the Rangely Outdoor Museum. Tickets are $15 each and include a catered dinner. Ken Bailey will do a presentation entitled “School Days and[Read More…]