MEEKER — With the state facing a $604 million budget shortfall and looking for ways to save money, the Rifle Correctional Facility could be shut down and the property sold.
Author: Jeff Burkhead
Powwow planning
Plans taking shape for second annual Smoking River Pow Wow Sept. 25-26 MEEKER — Organizers of the Smoking River Pow Wow met last week to, uh, powwow about this year’s event, scheduled for the last weekend in September.
Principal proposes science lab for Meeker Elementary
MEEKER — At the top of the school district’s wish list was, of course, a $24 million bond that was passed by voters in November, which will pay for a new elementary school as well as improvements to the middle school and high school.
Being up front (and out back) with my tags
My first clue was when I saw, in my rearview mirror, the Colorado Highway Patrol car make a U-turn.
Alum credits CNCC with changing life
RANGELY — Steve Swymer remembers the first time he stepped foot in northwest Colorado. It wasn’t quite the reception he was anticipating.
Task force works to prioritize public services
RBC — While funding required to maintain the levels of service provided by local governments may be decreasing, the needs aren’t.
Blue Mountain Inn enjoys successful first six months
RANGELY — Blue Mountain Inn and Suites opened for business July 20, and business has been good.
Finding a fitting use: What do you do with a vacated elementary school building?
MEEKER — Back in November, voters settled the issue of whether to pass a bond election to build a new elementary school. Now, the question is what to do with the old one.
Power Play: It may not look like much, but local hydroelectric plant is a powerhouse
Looks can be deceiving. Take the Taylor Draw Hydroelectric Facility at Kenney Reservoir, for example. At a glance, it looks like it’s about the size of a storage shed. That is, until you go inside.
District will also begin using zero-based budget in ’09-’10
RANGELY — Not only is the Rangely School District looking for ways to save money, it is re-evaluating how it spends money.
Rangely Supt. will resign at end of year
RANGELY — Rio Blanco County has lost two school superintendents in two weeks.
Rangely School Board considers closing of Parkview Elementary
RANGELY — Given the state of the economy, Rangely School District, like other tax-supported entities, is looking for ways to save money. One way to do that may be to consolidate its facilities.
