Author: Jennifer Hill
Rangely Food Bank in need of financial support to meet increased demand
RANGELY I After several years of a tight local economy the Rangely Food Bank is continuing to experience increased demand for their services and, as a result, an amplified need for donations. According to food bank director Christine Brasfield, “More people are without a job and are struggling with utilities[Read More…]
Rangely’s Tom and Dorothy Collins receive state award
RANGELY I Earlier this month long time Rangely residents Tom and Dorothy Collins received the Jack Snow Award for Outstanding Volunteer at the Colorado Tourism Conference, honoring their decades of dedicated service to the Colorado Visitor Center in Dinosaur. The Jack Snow Award is given annually to a volunteer within[Read More…]
Rangely Development Agency considering tax incentives to entice growth
RANGELY | The Rangely Development Agency (RDA) is moving forward with an ambitious plan to diversify the local economy while supporting the needs of CNCC. The proposal for the multi-faceted development includes providing tax incentives to a potential developer. However, the proposal must first be approved by the local special[Read More…]
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Three days of fun, games, food and contests mark Septemberfest events
RANGELY I Fall in Rangely is full of many traditions: hunting season, kids returning to school, changing of the leaves and the crown jewel of Rangely fun, Septemberfest.
Meeker and Rangely districts change to full-day kindergarten
RBC I This fall, the Rangely and Meeker school districts have transitioned from a traditional half-day kindergarten to a full-day program in which the county’s five-year-old students will begin attending school on the same seven-and-a-half-hour schedule as the older students.
Stolen Rangely chamber money returned; charges still pending
RANGELY I Last week, the Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce released a statement regarding the theft of more than $30,000 that had occurred earlier in the spring. The statement, in part, confirms that full restitution of the funds has been made.
Three days of Rangely fun during Fourth
RANGELY I The Western Rio Blanco Metropolitan Recreation and Park District knows how to throw a party, and this year’s Fourth of July Celebration will be no exception. With a weekend packed full of fun, everyone is sure to find something to help them enjoy Independence Day.
Kristin Steele faces two felonies in Rangely case
RANGELY I Former Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce Director Kristin Steele, who resigned her position in April, has been formally charged for theft and computer crimes.
19 members of RHS class of 2016 graduate
RANGELY I On Sunday at 2 p.m., the members of the Rangely High School Class of 2016 will end their high school career by walking across the gymnasium stage and officially receiving their diplomas.
Long-awaited opening for auto museum in Rangely is today
RANGELY I Over the past two years, Rangely locals have watched the construction process of Bud Striegel’s automotive museum, wondering at the cars and marveling at the Stonehenge replica in the parking lot. Finally, after a long wait, the Rangely Automotive Museum is opening its doors today.