RANGELY | Rangely Town Manager Peter Brixius will be moving to Craig to take the position of City Manager. Last week the Craig City Council approved a contract for Brixius including a $130,000 yearly salary plus a $600 per month vehicle allowance. Brixius will begin his new role the first[Read More…]
Author: Jennifer Hill
Polley to give railroad history at museum fireside Friday
MEEKER | Locally Rodger Polley is known for a variety of things. As owner of Rangely True Value, chairman of the Booster Club and a guy who is generally active in local affairs, Polley is easily considered a Rangely staple. In addition to being involved in community happenings Polley is[Read More…]
Dinosaur law enforcement questioned
DINOSAUR | Last week the Bedrock Depot, a sandwich and ice cream shop in Dinosaur, was burglarized, prompting many Dinosaur residents to ask questions about the availability and capabilities of local law enforcement services. Sometime late Wednesday night or early Thursday morning the Bedrock Depot had a window smashed out[Read More…]
Tolley inducted as Association of Energy Service Companies president today
RANGELY | On Thursday, Aug. 2 Rangely’s Sam Tolley will be inducted as president of the Association of Energy Service Companies, a membership-based organization geared at supporting energy extraction companies. They also publish Well Servicing Magazine. AESC Executive Director Kenny Jordan said, “We are excited to have Sam represent not[Read More…]
RDA reviews video promo idea, grocery coop, rentals
RANGELY I The Rangely Development Authority met briefly last week to review funding promotional videos and explore creation of a grocery cooperative. Promotional Video The RDA again heard from Josh Jackson who has proposed creating promotional videos for the town. Jackson presented the RDA with a drafted script for a[Read More…]
RIBBON CUTTING …
Western Slope In-Home Care celebrated the opening of their Rangely branch with a ribbon cutting last week. JEN HILL PHOTO
Rally Colorado races back to Rangely this weekend
RANGELY | Following the success of the 2017 rally race headquartered in Rangely the Rally Colorado group is returning for a second year of racing July 20 and 21. Friday’s race will be “Prospector’s Run” and the “Blazin’ Saddles” Rally is on Saturday. A major highlight of the event is the[Read More…]
Panthers Booster Club raising funds for entrance tunnel
RANGELY | At this fall’s first home football game the Rangely Panthers will debut their new game time entrance tunnel. The tunnel, which is a 17 foot high inflatable replica of the team helmet, was purchased by the Rangely Panther Booster Club. Rodger Polley, who helped coordinate the project, said that[Read More…]
Rangely’s Independence Day Celebration {Photos}
RANGELY | Rangely’s Independence Day celebration this past weekend included Surf’n’Turf at Cedar Ridges Golf Course, a Buck Ford concert and a bit of friendly competition. JEN HILL PHOTOS
Questions about water? Ask these guys.
RBC | As drought conditions worsen across western Colorado water issues continue to play on the forefront of most landowner’s minds, often leaving them with questions about water use. Locally we have two water commissioners who work to govern local water issues and meet the needs of water users. Water Division[Read More…]
RDA creates grocery co-op committee
RANGELY | Grocery Cooperative The RDA agreed to appoint a committee to lead the development of a feasibility plan for a co-op grocery store including researching developing membership, identifying a location, funding, wholesale suppliers, insurance, permits and licenses, staff training, local workforce availability and skill sets and development of a business[Read More…]
Rangely School District looking at a healthy budget next year
RANGELY | Budget This is the last year the district will collect on the building bond and according to Superintendent Matt Scoggins they will likely have some funds left over. Scoggins believes the district will be able to transfer around $300,000 into their general fund, bolstering the districtwide budget. The[Read More…]
