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Opinion

Millennial Musings: Frankly, 2020, what the actual heck?

[responsivevoice voice=”US English Female” buttontext=”Listen to this”] I did it, you guys. I put on real pants. And it was awful. So awful, in fact, that several pairs of (larger) pants are right now on their way to my home via the magic of the internet and USPS. Did quarantine[Read More…]

May 25, 2020 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

Man’s best friend…

[responsivevoice voice=”US English Female” buttontext=”Listen to this”] Did you know there are numerous ways owning a dog can benefit your health? Here are our favorites: 1. Dogs can motivate you to exercise more. 2. Dogs help prevent social isolation. 3. Dogs can help you reduce anxiety. 4. Dogs can help[Read More…]

May 25, 2020 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

The best laid plans

[responsivevoice voice=”US English Female” buttontext=”Listen to this”] From dining habits to bathroom breaks, the global pandemic has affected every layer of life, even in a county relatively untouched by the virus thus far. For almost three months, communities have been bombarded with data, restrictions, updates, and a boatload of conspiracy[Read More…]

May 22, 2020 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

Growing…

Pioneers Medical Center continues work on its expansion. The plan is to add two additional operating rooms, three additional post-recovery rooms and six additional inpatient hospital rooms as well as the creation of orthopedic and specialist clinic space.

May 22, 2020 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

Meeker

ERBM to reopen May 26, pool may face delay

[responsivevoice voice=”US English Female” buttontext=”Listen to this”] Incumbents Kent Walter and Travis Mobley were sworn in for three year terms at Tuesday’s ERBM Recreation and Park District board meeting. Members elected to keep all current officers and committee appointments the same. Walter stated it was “an honor” to be selected[Read More…]

May 21, 2020 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

‘Bee’ a friend…

The spring air is abuzz. Industrious honeybees and other pollinators keep our ecosystem operational as they go about their activities, and the flowers in your garden or yard (yes, even the dandelions) are essential for their survival during the spring months. According to Rangely beekeeper Carrie Swails, “The best way[Read More…]

May 19, 2020 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

New faces: Josh Troxell shifts gears at Northwest Auto

[responsivevoice voice=”US English Female” buttontext=”Listen to this”] Like the vast majority of people, Josh Troxell had never heard of Meeker or Rio Blanco County until a friend of a friend threw his name in the hat for a job at the local car dealership. Troxell, who was living in Durango[Read More…]

May 15, 2020 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

Teacher Parade

May 13, 2020 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

Walbridge Wing Mother’s Day Parade {Photos}

May 13, 2020 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

Taking shape…

Construction work continues at Meeker High School, with demolition of certain parts of the building happening this week, and new architectural “bone structure” taking shape in other areas, especially over the new entrance (picture). Workers are taking all necessary precautions due to COVID-19.

May 12, 2020 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

Biker gang …

With extra free time on their hands, local kids have been ‘ganging up’ in the best way possible and taking long bike rides around town. In our estimation, there have been more youngsters (and older folks) out enjoying the fresh air than usual. Maybe we’re all tired of staring at[Read More…]

May 12, 2020 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

COVID and crime: is there a correlation?

RBC I Like most residents of planet Earth, you’ve probably been feeling a bit off-kilter lately. In the six weeks since COVID-19 locked down the nation, the HT wondered if the stress and uncertainty of the pandemic was translating into actual crimes being committed. To find out if that crazy[Read More…]

May 11, 2020 by Caitlin Walker 1 comment