MEEKER | Rio Blanco County is proud to be the first county in Colorado to provide Google standard service to its residents. Join county officials Jan. 3 at 1 p.m. at the Fairfield Center in Meeker to celebrate RBC’s successful broadband initiative rollout. RSVP to Keely Winger at [email protected] or[Read More…]
Author: Herald Times Staff
Correction
RBC | In last week’s edition we inadvertently listed the byline on a guest editorial as “Jim Sullivan” instead of “Jay Sullivan.” We regret the error.
Community Calendar: December 22, 2016
– The Meeker Library Book Club meets at 1 p.m. the second Monday of each month (excluding holidays). The next meeting will be Jan. 9. All interested readers are welcome. Stop by the Meeker Library for details. – Community ladies are meeting to make grocery bag mats for the homeless.[Read More…]
Classifieds: December 22, 2016
**ANNOUNCEMENTS** Looking for a nice last minute gift? The Upstairs Gallery has jewelry, fine silk scarfs, ceramics and fine handcrafted items. Tues-Sat. 11:00-5:30, 592 Main St. #11, Hugus Building upstairs The Rangely Food Bank is open on Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m.- 6:00 at 204 E. Rio Blanco. To donate, please[Read More…]
Days Gone By: December 15, 2016
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – It is reported by wireless the Fordites are already quarreling among themselves. Thought that “little ben” wouldn’t stand for it very long—seeing Mr. Ford occupying all of the front page space. – What has become of the old-fashioned kid who could name[Read More…]
Broadband discussion in Dinosaur Friday
DINOSAUR | Moffat County Broadband Planning will host an informal presentation and discussion Friday, Dec. 16, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Dinosaur Town Hall. Sponsored by Moffat County Broadband Committee. For more information call Audry Danner, 970-321-2021.
Meet CNCC president in Meeker Thursday
MEEKER | Save the date for an open house on Thursday, Dec. 15 from 3-5 p.m. at the Meeker VFW building (290 4th St.) to welcome new CNCC President Ronald Granger to Meeker and Eastern Rio Blanco County. Anyone arriving early for the open house can meet up with Ron[Read More…]
Community Calendar: December 15, 2016
– The Meeker Library Book Club meets at 1 p.m. the second Monday of each month (excluding holidays). The next meeting will be Dec. 12. We will be discussing “The Light Between Oceans” by M.L. Stedman. All interested readers are welcome. Stop by the Meeker Library for details. – Teens[Read More…]
Classifieds: December 15, 2016
.Ads for 12/15/16 **ANNOUNCEMENTS** MEEKER STREAKER MONTHLY SCHEDULE December 2016 NOTE: Please call 878-9368 in advance to set up all medical appointment rides. Activities are subject to change. Bus available on dates noted below: 12/15 Grand Jct medical/Bus in town 12/16 Bus in town 12/17 No Bus 12/18 AM Bus[Read More…]
Rangely PD seeks to eliminate drug traffic
RANGELY | In a public hearing during the Oct. 25 town council meeting in Rangely, Chief of Police Vincent Wilczek highlighted efforts by the Rangely Police Department to eliminate drug traffic coming into Rangely from Dinosaur. A concerted effort to crackdown on narcotics has been a key focus for the[Read More…]
Striegels set an inspiring example for community
RANGELY | It is no secret that Bud and June Striegel have been part of the Rangely community for many years. Whether it’s the Striegel Building on the Colorado Northwestern Community College campus or the W.C. Striegel business name that has survived every boom and bust cycle that has come[Read More…]
The world of ‘Harry Potter’ recreated at Parkview Elementary School
RANGELY | The world of Harry Potter was recreated within the walls of the Parkview Elementary School in Rangely on Friday, Oct. 21. Some of the attractions present for A Night at Hogwarts included Gringots Bank, a visit to the infirmary with Madam Pomfrey, Hagrid the Giant and Snape’s Potions Class.[Read More…]
