RBC | Starting a new business anywhere is always challenging. Starting a new business in a county as small as Rio Blanco presents its own unique trials. That’s why the Rio Blanco County Economic Development Department has taken on the task of creating the Rio Blanco Small Business Development Center.[Read More…]
Author: Jennifer Hill
Guest Column: Rangely, do you know what’s happening in your community?
RANGELY | You know you are living in interesting times when the subject of “the news” is constantly in the news. Fake news, Russian news and mainstream vs off-stream media all hold regular spots in the media cycle. But why do these issues matter and why does anybody care enough[Read More…]
Rangely sets town election for April 3
RANGELY| The Rangely Town Council met on Tuesday night where they discussed the upcoming town election and a White River algae investigation. The next town council election will take place on April 3, 2018. Petitions to run will be available Jan. 2 and must be returned by Jan. 22. Three[Read More…]
Dinosaur prepares for retail marijuana
DINOSAUR | Last November during the general election the voters of Dinosaur determined that the town should allow for marijuana dispensaries to operate within town limits. Fast forward a year to 2017 and the town is preparing to give their first business permits for retail marijuana sales. The town has[Read More…]
Rangely veterans speak up about their service
RANGELY | Saturday marks a day of honoring and celebrating veterans of the U.S. military and their service to the nation. The day will bring both a time of commemoration and reflection for those who have donned the uniform. These men and women, who can be found all over Rangely,[Read More…]
Both mill levies pass for Rangely schools
RANGELY | The 2017 Rangely ballot was dominated by school issues producing one new school board member and one reelected incumbent as well as providing further funding for the district through two approved mill levies. Sam Tolley and Jason Cox won the top two positions for school board and will[Read More…]
Rangely Town Council increases funding for rec district
RANGELY | The Rangely Town Council met last Tuesday where they heard updates from town departments and discussed recreation district funding increases. The council unanimously approved a $1,500 contribution from the Community Development Fund to go towards the Western Rio Blanco Recreation District’s ChristmasFest. They also voted to increase the[Read More…]
{PHOTOS} Hogwarts event in Rangely raises funds for Parkview Elementary
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Town, county consider implementing asbestos abatement program
RANGELY | Municipalities all over the nation are facing the problem of asbestos ridden buildings and homes. The high expense of abatement can leave these properties both unable to sell or to be renovated, often causing them to slowly become dilapidated and dangerous. Rangely, in cooperation with Rio Blanco County,[Read More…]
RDA/RDC nominates new board member
RANGELY | The Rangely Development Authority and Rangely Development Corporation met last Thursday where they discussed a TANK grant and board membership. The RDA/RDC nominated Jason Kruger to the board. His nomination will now be sent to the town council and mayor who will make the final determination. Kruger currently[Read More…]
Water treatment plant rehab nears completion
RANGELY | With Rangely’s Water Treatment Plant nearing completion of a five year and $6 million rehabilitation project the town won’t be able to spend much time resting before beginning another major renovation, this time on the Waste Water Treatment Facility. Town Manager Peter Brixius says the Water Treatment Plant[Read More…]
Wild Horse Advisory Board to meet next week in Grand Junction
RBC | Next week Grand Junction will play host to the Bureau of Land Management’s National Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board. According to a BLM Press Release the purpose of the meeting is to, “discuss the pressing challenges of wild horse and burro overpopulation on public lands and the[Read More…]
