MEEKER | Building a Self-Reliant Community – one family at a time. Northwestern Colorado has a strong pioneer heritage. Pioneer life required these families to be self-reliant and to prepare for unexpected events. As we’ve watched our grocery store shelves empty, cooked more at home while restaurants were closed, and[Read More…]
Month: January 2021
ERBM hears funding requests, extends Blitz
MEEKER | ERBM Recreation District’s Board of Directors held their first meeting of the year Tuesday. The board considered funding requests from the Meeker Lions Club and Meeker Arts and Cultural Council (MACC). Lions Club president Michael Miller explained that the club is actively raising money to install playground equipment[Read More…]
Initiative focuses on integrated water plan
RBC | Farmers and ranchers in Rio Blanco County are starting off the new year optimistic about their involvement in the White River Integrated Water Initiative, which is aimed at assessing community needs from all water users in order to identify actions that promote a healthy river and ensure a[Read More…]
County: Sports Mask Requirement, Meeker Airport Project, Regular Business
RBC | In accordance with state recommendations, The Colorado High School Sports Activities Association (CHSAA) has required high school basketball players to wear masks during competition. During a Tuesday work session, former RBC Public Health Director Julie Drake called the rule “ridiculous,” since masks have not also been mandated for[Read More…]
Veteran paramedic grapples with post-COVID toll on his lungs and his sense of self
ALAMOSA | Even now, nearly three months after COVID invaded his body, Jason McGinnis cannot stop asking himself how he contracted the virus. On its face, the answer seems clear: He’s a paramedic. But he was careful, thought himself well-protected, thought that if he did catch COVID, he’d knock it[Read More…]
Town of Rangely to seek funds for wastewater, Kennedy Drive path
RANGELY | The Rangely Town Board of Trustees was called to order at 7 p.m. on Jan. 12, 2021. Mayor Andy Shaffer and trustees Richard Garner, Tim Webber, and Keely Ellis attended in person. Trustees Robie and Geer were present via telephone. “There is lots to do,” Town Manager Lisa[Read More…]
Trustees divided on Ute Park use
MEEKER | In the decade-plus since the Town of Meeker purchased the property just west of town now known as Ute Park, defining the property’s use — park or pasture — has been an annual debate. “We have this discussion every year about how the livestock and the people can[Read More…]
The Drowsy Chaperone …
MHS drama students put on four performances of “The Drowsy Chaperone” musical over the weekend. Cast included Tacy Crawford, Kate Lockwood, Chakwah Brink, Ashdon Seibert, Gage Richardson, Zagar Brown, Aspen Merrifield, Ainsley Selle, Jayda May, Hamp Hightower, Mason Holliday, Ruby Holliday, Bella Blazon, Rylee Butler, Lily Cox, Alexis Linder and[Read More…]
Cedar Ridges …
Western Rio Blanco Metropolitan Rec and Park District is happy to announce that Cedar Ridges Golf Course has groomed the course for cross country ski trails. Director Tim Webber also reported that the driving range hill is available for sledding. Rangely’s Panther Country 4-H Club will be holding a Cardboard[Read More…]
$37K keeps Hopewest hopeful
MEEKER | Fifth-generation Meeker natives, the Conrado family has always been involved in giving back to the community in various ways. The most known contribution has always been providing construction services for projects in and around the town. Meeker Sand and Gravel, run by siblings Dan and Katie Conrado, has[Read More…]
News Briefs: Jan 21, 2021
White River Algae TAG meeting Jan. 27 RBC | The White River Algae Technical Advisory Group (TAG) will be meeting virtually on Wednesday, Jan. 27 at 1 p.m. to hear updates from U.S. Geological Services (USGS), Trout Unlimited, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), and GEI Consultants related to the White[Read More…]
RBC COVID-19 cases spike as state vaccination plans change
RBC | Both Meeker and Rangely are seeing spikes in positive COVID-19 cases, and an increase in the number of residents requiring hospitalization. As of Monday, six local residents, ranging in age from their 50s to 80s, were being treated at Pioneers Medical Center in Meeker. RBC Public Health Director[Read More…]
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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/
6 hours ago
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/
1 day ago
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/
2 days ago
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/
2 days ago
The MHS Cowboys are racking up their qualifications for the state meet in May. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/cowboys-travel-to-coal-ridge-rangely-meets/sports/
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The Barone Middle School track team competed and placed well in the meet in West Grand last weekend. The eighth grade boys won the overall meet. Read the recap online at ht1885.com.
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