MEEKER | A tough weekend for lady Cowboy basketball going 1-2 for the weekend, losing both home games. Their record stands at 5-5 overall and 2-1 in the league. “Both Soroco and Little Snake face guarded Sarah,” commented head coach Jamie Rogers. “She really had to battle for every point[Read More…]
Month: January 2022
LAST REQUEST …
One of veteran Tom Kilduff’s last requests was for Scott Mobley to take Kilduff’s dog, Sarge, to coffee at White River Convenience with Kilduff’s friends. U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Silt) stopped by to pay her respects (far right). | Courtesy photo
Recall campaign update
RBC I Voters who signed the petition to recall Rio Blanco County Commissioner Gary Moyer can expect some progress one way or another in the next few weeks. Following the second petition to recall Moyer being filed and a subsequent protest by Matt Scott, in which Rio Blanco County Clerk[Read More…]
Proposed bill to ban big cat hunting sparks outcry
RBC I A proposal introduced by four Colorado state lawmakers that would seek to ban mountain lion, lynx and bobcat hunting has been met with a virtual blizzard of emails in opposition, prompting one of the legislators, Sen. Joann Ginal of Fort Collins, to pull her sponsorship of the bill[Read More…]
Garner announces bid for Rio Blanco County Sheriff
RANGELYI Rangely Patrol Lieutenant Richard Garner officially announced his candidacy for the office of Rio Blanco County Sheriff for the 2022 general election in November with a press release which follows: “Family, friends and fellow residents of Rio Blanco County, after thoughtful consideration and overwhelming encouragement from citizens, law enforcement[Read More…]
Meeker School Board impressed by student art presentation
MEEKER I MHS Art Instructor Ben Quinn and some of his students shared a presentation about their completed projects, including the public murals at the Town Park restroom and in the alley on Sixth and Main. Elijah LeBlanc, who received a pottery wheel for his birthday, is making and selling[Read More…]
NEW CSOC PRESIDENT …
Rio Blanco County was well-represented during last week’s County Sheriffs of Colorado meeting in Denver.
COVID-19 UPDATE: January 27, 2022
RBC I Total Cases to Date: 1,630 Meeker Active: 68 Rangely Active: 37 Hospitalizations in the last 14 days: 2 Total Hospitalized: 126 Meeker School District: 17 Rangely School District: 8 Deaths: 12
NEWS NOTES: January 27, 2022
Empty Bowls fundraiser Jan. 27 MEEKER | On Thursday, Jan. 27 between 4-6 p.m. (before the Rangely/Meeker basketball games) buy a handmade bowl from the MHS art department with soup, salad and breadstick prepared by the MHS FCCLA students for $20. All proceeds go to local non-profit organizations. Please contact Ben[Read More…]
Morlan named to CMC Dean’s List
MEEKER I Caleigh Morlan of Meeker has been named to the Dean’s Honors List for the Fall 2021 semester for her academic performance at Colorado Mountain College in Glenwood Springs.
Alliance talks mosquito control
RBC | Seeking to find out more about effective mosquito control, the White River Alliance asked Jesse Schroeder, the Director of Weed and Pest Control from neighboring Moffat County, to help answer that question. Moffat has been using an Integrated Pest Management program for several years, which targets mosquito larvae[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT: Foster care program moves forward
RBC | Interviews for board appointments were the first order of business Tuesday, Jan. 25 for the Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners. Commissioners conducted interviews with applicants for the Rangely Library Board, the Extension Advisory Board, and the Fair Board. Appointments will be made in February. In work sessions,[Read More…]
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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.
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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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