There will be a memorial for Merlyn Buckmaster Denny on July 2, 2019, at 6 p.m. in the meeting room at Rangely District Hospital.
Month: June 2019
New law amends Colorado Clean Indoor Act to ban vaping indoors
RBC | Starting Monday, July 1, vaping will be prohibited indoors in most public places. The new law aligns smoking and vaping by adding vaping to the Colorado Clean Indoor Air Act, which already prohibited smoking indoors in most public places. The change comes as Colorado high school students are[Read More…]
Historical fund workshop July 10
MEEKER | Create the future and honor the past with History Colorado. The History Colorado State Historical Fund wants to help you earn grant money for historic preservation and archaeology projects that matter to you and your community. Attend a free grant workshop at the Mountain Valley Bank meeting room[Read More…]
Local conservation meeting July 9
RANGELY | The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Rio Blanco County and the Douglas Creek Conservation District cordially invites the public to attend their Fiscal Year 2019 Local Working Group (LWG) meeting July 9 from 7:30–9 p.m. at the Rangely Fire Training Facility, 2121 East Main, Rangely. The[Read More…]
Ducey’s Electric wins MEF Golf Classic
MEEKER | A one-day delay benefited the Meeker Education Foundation with an additional team entered into the annual Golf Classic, played at the Meeker Golf Course last Sunday instead of Saturday. “The biggest joy was having the sun shine,” Mary Strang, president of the MEF said about Sunday’s weather. “We[Read More…]
Stay Bear Aware when camping and hiking
RBC | With warmer weather and melting snowpack, outdoor enthusiasts are enjoying camping and hiking trips in Colorado’s many scenic locations. Colorado Parks and Wildlife staff are frequently asked what someone should do if they encounter a bear while out camping or hiking. Whether you are visiting Colorado for a[Read More…]
Come tour the Milk Creek Battle Site Tuesday, July 3 at 10 a.m.
MEEKER | Bring your friends and family to visit one of Meeker’s iconic historical sites during the July 4 Range Call celebration. Jay Sullivan will be providing a guided tour that lasts about two hours. Just show up on July 3 at 10 a.m. at the White River Museum where you[Read More…]
Death Notice: Darlene Kinnamon
Darlene Kinnamon June 22, 2019 Darlene Kinnamon, 65, of Meeker, passed away June 22 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado. Services have not been announced.
CNCC summer classes for kids K-5
MEEKER | July 10—Tie-Dyed “Lids.” Tie-dye a hat and maybe a T-shirt to match: 1-5 p.m. July 15—Who Do You Want To Be? Tooth Camp. Tour the dentist office and learn how to be a tooth doctor from 10-11 a.m. July 16, 17, 18—Coding for Kids. Learn, develop and play[Read More…]
Guest Column: Perception is reality
RBC | How do you experience your world? Is the glass half full or half empty? Do you observe the worst in a situation or the best? Do you justify identifying only negatives by claiming you are being realistic? Two people can experience the exact same event and yet have[Read More…]
SOLSTICE CELEBRATION …
A diverse crowd enjoyed Tank sounds at the 2019 Solstice Festival on Friday, June 21. Roxie Fromang Photo
PreK programs return to school districts, search underway for new BOCES Executive Director
RBC | Rio Blanco Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) held a meeting Monday, June 17 in Rangely before a packed room at the Early Education Center. Directors present were Kevin Amack, Jason Cox (attending by phone), Samuel Tolley, Bud Ridings, Joyce Key and Dr. Bob Dorsett. Key spoke about BOCES[Read More…]
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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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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/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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