I was hoping that two weeks after announcing that I was giving up writing a weekly column, two writers from Meeker and Rangely would “step up to the plate” and give column-writing a chance.

During these tough economic times, it is important to look at the little things that indicate a change locally. Increases in home sales, rentals, and the number of active drilling rigs are a few of the statistics that help put the small details together to see the big picture.

Visitors to northwestern Colorado talk about its natural beauty as a revelation: the wildlife, the scenery and the outdoor way of life. There are some who find beauty in the cast-off antlers shed each spring. The big bucks that graze in yards all over town drop their horns in all[Read More…]

Reading is fun. A seemingly self-explanatory statement often evokes an odd response from parents, teachers, and experts in the field of education.

“We are living our dream,” the woman said when asked what brought her and her husband to this area a year earlier.

The graying muzzle and backside of the old dog make it obvious.

Please return my call, as I need a reservation for one person for one night.” “I need to board my cat for two weeks, so could you please call back?” “I have to be in Meeker and want to make sure I have some place to stay, could you return[Read More…]

Residents who miss the “noon whistle” will be pleased if the Rio Blanco Volunteer Fire Protection District gets it going once again.

January is the month for returning all of those holiday purchases. Families who find themselves searching for baby equipment can relate to the following story.

New Year’s resolutions never work. The reason is that first key word, resolution, dooms the maker to failure. Tradition might dictate a perfunctory list-making but it never requires follow-through. It is not like one is swearing an oath, as resolving to do something carries no weight.