A fool thinks himself to be wise, but a wise man knows himself to be a fool. ~ William Shakespeare We’ve been awaiting the opportunity to publish a satire edition on April Fool’s Day for quite some time, and had all sorts of ideas rolling around. As with most fun[Read More…]
Month: April 2021
Murry new dual-county DHS director
RBC | Tia Murry is the new dual-director of the Department of Human Resources for Rio Blanco and Moffat counties. Thursday, April 1, 2021 marked two months in the position after moving to Craig to take on the brand new role, which spans large swaths of northwestern Colorado. Murry comes[Read More…]
DUCK, DUCK …
Lady Cowboy volleyball 4-0
MEEKER | The 2A fourth ranked Meeker Volleyball is dominating their way through the first weeks of their 2021 schedule. They are 4-0 and only have given up only one set to their county rival the Rangely Panthers. Thursday in Rangely the Cowboys met the Panthers on the road. The[Read More…]
Lady Panthers drop games to Meeker, Soroco
RANGELY | The Panthers hosted the Meeker Cowboys on March 25, losing in four sets, 17-25, 14-25, 25-21, and 17-25. Aspen Low led the Panthers with seven kills, with Maya Mercado adding in five kills, assisted by Adelyn Halcomb with 14. Defensively, Low led with seven solo blocks. Halcomb, Crimsen[Read More…]
Letter: Thanks for great meat-in
Dear Editor: Rio Blanco County Cattlewomen would like to thank Purkey Packing Plant, Clarks, Meeker General Mercantile and McGuire Auto Parts for hosting a great “Meat-In” Day BBQ, March 20, 2021. These businesses and people donated the hamburgers, hotdogs, condiments, fixing’s, chips, drinks, and time to support a great cause[Read More…]
NEWS BRIEFS: April 2, 2021
Lions Club egg hunt at rec center MEEKER | The Meeker Lions club will host their annual Easter Eggstravaganza this Saturday starting at 10 a.m. sharp at the Meeker Recreation Center parking lot, 101 Ute Road. The event is for ages 10 and under. Check out a fire truck, find[Read More…]
4,000+ EGGS!
On Thursday, March 25, Rangely 4-H families stuffed more than 4000 plastic Easter eggs with treats for the upcoming Elks Easter Egg Hunt set to take place Saturday, April 3 at 10 a.m. at Rangely’s Elks Park. The Rangely Elks Lodge Exalted Ruler Chris Hall invites Rangely children 0-12 years[Read More…]
RBC goes Green
State’s color-coded COVID dial system to be retired in next two weeks RBC | The state health department moved Rio Blanco County to Dial Level Green on March 25, removing most restrictions on gatherings while maintaining recommendations for social distancing and mask wearing. In two weeks the “COVID Dial” is[Read More…]
Come say hi!
Gear up for an unforgettable adventure with the 2024 Ride The Rockies Route, set to unfold from June 9th to 15th! Read all about this new and exciting adventure visiting Meeker this year in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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Rangely Panther Kobey Chism (#22) has been selected to play in the 2024 8-man football all-state game. He’s sponsored by the Bleed Green Lancaster #17 Foundation. Story at ht1885.com.
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Rio Blanco Fire Protection District (RBFPD) will begin work on a firebreak northwest of the Town of Meeker this month. Read about it online at ht1885.com.
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You can always find a reason to laugh... start with yourself. Hear from our Editor in her column this week online at ht1885.com.
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The amount of money reported lost to fraud and scams in the United States nearly tripled from $3.5 billion in 2020 to $10 billion in 2023, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Learn the tricks to help protect yourself and your family in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
2 days ago
About 80 Meeker Elementary Students participated in the reading competition. Prizes were distributed according to the most minutes read by each student. Story at ht1885.com.
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The Rangely Panthers track and field team traveled to Grand Junction this past weekend to compete in the Phil Wertman Invitational. Catch up online at ht1885.com.
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Natalie Kracht took first in her 100M heat for the MHS Cowboys at the Glenwood Springs Invitational last weekend. Read the full story online at ht1885.com.
3 days ago
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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