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…]
Month: April 2019
Grazing fees lowered for 2019
RBC | The federal grazing fee for 2019 will drop to $1.35 per animal unit month (AUM) for public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management and $1.35 per head month (HM) for lands managed by the USDA Forest Service. This represents a decrease from the 2018 Federal grazing[Read More…]
USDA seeks public comments on conservation practice standards
RBC I|USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced it is seeking public input on its existing national conservation practice standards as part of implementing the 2018 Farm Bill. NRCS offers 150-plus conservation practices to America’s farmers, ranchers and forest landowners to help them meet their business and natural resource needs[Read More…]
Register now for Caregiver Conference
RBC | Are you a caregiver? Register now for the 11th annual Caregiver Conference June 11, 2019, from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Glenwood Springs High School for a lineup of speakers, free lunch, pampering and vendors. The conference is open to all, including family caregivers, spousal caregivers, children[Read More…]
Job happiness and resilience workshop
RBC | Improve productivity and office culture by understanding character strengths, positive coping skills and resiliency. Free workshop offered by RBC Economic Development, Colorado Workforce, Mind Springs Health and Colorado SBDC on Wednesday, April 3 at the Meeker Public Library from 8-9:30 a.m. and in Rangely at Rangely Town Hall[Read More…]
BMS students start Fellowship of Christian Athletes club
MEEKER | In response to a leadership challenge from Barone Middle School principal Jim Hanks, seventh grader Ainsley Selle and eighth grader Nora Gianinetti are seeking to create a Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) club to meet during the Wednesday lunch hour in the BMS commons area. Lunch will be[Read More…]
Celebrate spring with a bit of backyard birdwatching
MEEKER | Need a moment of zen? Give birdwatching a try. This fun and free hobby is a great way to celebrate spring and bring a bit of mindfulness to the daily grind. “Birds are great entertainment to watch—their behaviors, interactions, foraging techniques—their songs and brilliant plumage make us ‘happy’,” said[Read More…]
Human trafficking awareness campaign
RBC | A human trafficking awareness campaign is coming to Rio Blanco County in April, with events in Meeker on April 27-28 and in Rangely on April 29-30. The campaign’s intention is to provide information and educate the public, particularly young people, about what human trafficking is, its prevalence and[Read More…]
Fairfield grants now available
MEEKER | The deadline for Freeman E. Fairfield semi-annual grant applications will be 5 p.m., Monday, April 1, 2019. Applications may be mailed to P.O. Box 2302, Meeker, Colo., 81641, or delivered to Diane Dunham, 438 E. Market. Mailed applications must be received not postmarked April 1, 2019.
Come say hi!
Join the Meeker High School Drama department for their production of Emma TONIGHT for opening day! Performances through Saturday at 7pm. Tickets are $5 and is a family friendly production.
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MHS senior Ryan Sullivan pitching for the Cowboys against Steamboat. Coming off a series of wins against Monte Vista, Steamboat and Cedaredge, the Cowboys play Grand Valley on Saturday, April 20. RHS junior Marcos Quintana pitching for the Panthers. The Panthers play the Aspen Skiers today at home following wins against Dove Creek on April 13.
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The Rangely Preschool Registration Health Fair is tomorrow, April 19th from 8:30 am to 2pm!
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This year’s batch of Mormon crickets are beginning to hatch. Above is a picture of an immature cricket compared to a dime. JANE TURNBURKE PHOTO Read more online at ht1885.com.
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Join Home.Made for their Spring Cleanout Sale for discounts, new spring styles, and preordering your Mother's Day flowers!
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On April 4, the Meeker Lions Club installed new shelving units for the New Eden Pregnancy Care Center. New Eden asked the Lion’s Club to help them come up with more storage for items within the building, and the Lion’s Club raised money to purchase shelves. OPAL MUNGER PHOTO
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Why are we all so mad? Hear from our Editor in her column this week online at ht1885.com.
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