MEEKER | In the four weeks since Terry Skidmore has been at the helm of the Meeker Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department he’s responded to a structure fire at a home on Water Street, a tractor-trailer rollover accident in the Piceance Basin, and a three-day search and rescue operation in[Read More…]
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Editor’s Column: Are you for or against?
There’s an Old Testament Bible story about Joshua meeting up with the Angel of the Lord before a battle. Joshua asked the angel whose side he was on and the angel cryptically replied, “Neither.” That story, which I always found rather confusing, keeps coming back to me as I attempt to[Read More…]
Rangely’s economic development plan ‘gains momentum’
RANGELY | The Rangely Town Council meeting on Nov. 8 opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Trustees were encouraged by town manager Peter Brixius to attend the severance tax symposium in Rifle. “Ken Parsons (former county commissioner) said this is a pretty important meeting to attend. Anytime they[Read More…]
Boys of Summer …
Examining the Better City contracts with the towns and county for economic development
MEEKER | A recurring question about the Better City contracts with the county and the towns is how much has been spent thus far, on what, and by whom. What follows is a breakdown of the three contracts and their scope of work thus far. Each contract is presented with[Read More…]
Yurt Raising…
Volunteers from the White River Nordic Council gathered at the upper Marvine campground Saturday, Nov. 5 for the annual yurt raising. The yurt is available for skiers, snowshoers and other winter recreationalists for the season, and now includes a first aid kit donated by Pioneers Medical Center. Folks are invited[Read More…]
Hunting Report: November 10, 2016
Open house for economic development answers some questions, raises others
MEEKER | More than 50 people filled the community room at Mountain Valley Bank last Wednesday for an open house-style public forum designed to give residents an opportunity to gather information and ask questions of the groups and individuals leading the economic development charge. Rio Blanco County Economic Development Director Katelin[Read More…]
FCCLA …
Letter: Questions about outdoor center
Dear Editor: Kudos to the town and county for sponsoring last week’s economic development open house. I appreciated the information presented to the public. I feel very strongly at this stage in development that it is important the public stays informed. I did take the time to talk to the[Read More…]
Don’t miss the coolest event in Rangely
RANGELY | Dozens of people will take the plunge into the chilly waters at Kenney Reservoir this Saturday for a good cause: Special Olympics. Last year 44 “plungers” took the leap into 39 degree water, raising just under $6,000 for Special Olympics in Colorado. “We’re the only plunge on the[Read More…]
Honoring our veterans …
Niki Turner photo
