MEEKER I The Barone Middle School tracksters participated in a large meet in Eagle Valley Saturday and certainly saw a great deal of competition.
Author: Hallie Blunt
BMS tracksters do well
MEEKER I The Barone Middle School tracksters participated in a large meet in Eagle Valley Saturday and certainly saw a great deal of competition.
Byers family has long history in Rangely
RANGELY I “I’m thankful for two things, wrinkles don’t hurt and you don’t have to be good at golf to enjoy it,” said Gordon Byers after his retirement in Rangely.
Middle school track teams enjoy strong showing
RBC I Rio Blanco County’s middle school track teams had an outstanding meet Saturday in Craig. The weather was beautiful and proved conducive to fast times and long throws for both teams.
Afterbirth Ball a rousing success
MEEKER I The second annual rebirth of the Afterbirth Ball was a huge success Saturday night with a full house in attendance for a great meal, auction and dance. According to Meeker Chamber of Commerce Director Katelin Cook, approximately 300 people attended the event, which is sponsored by the Meeker[Read More…]
Huber loves Rangely
RANGELY I From time to time, in what is often the most unpredictable moment, someone comes along and makes a significant impact on our life. Perhaps it is due to the field in which they work, the manner in which they conduct themselves, or simply a gift. In the case[Read More…]
Recreation district reorganizes
MEEKER I A public meeting was held Monday evening to discuss the survey results and phase two of the Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan Recreation and Park District’s master plan.
FCCLA members headed to nationals in Florida
MEEKER I The FCCLA members from Meeker High School competed at the state conference April 12-14 in Denver qualifying five for the national conference in Orlando Florida on July 8-10. Meeker was well represented in the conference sending nearly 30 kids to compete in a variety of areas. In order[Read More…]
Fund raisers for Hodges
RANGELY I One of the greatest trademarks of a small town is the way people come together to support each other in difficult times. The family of Roebi Hodges is so appreciative for all the community has done since their son was involved in an accident which caused a serious[Read More…]
She came to town in a covered wagon
MEEKER I Last week’s article about the significance of the Old Timers Celebration led to a woman who has attended the event since she was in her early twenties. She was allowed to go with her spouse, a 30-year resident. She has rarely missed the event since then and she[Read More…]
Small town makes a big impression at state tourney
The middle school state wrestling championships (in affiliation with the Rocky Mountain Nationals) was held last Friday and Saturday in Denver. The event featured athletes from all over the state and from schools of all sizes.
Old Timers Association celebrates centennial
We are so fortunate to have tremendous history in our communities, stories of triumph in hard times and a sense of pride in Rio Blanco County. One tradition that has lasted the test of time is the annual Old Timers celebration.
