RBC | The issue of increasing livestock predation by black bears has left Colorado officials looking for solutions to protect both livestock and wildlife. However, lawsuits filed by environmental activist groups are challenging Colorado’s predator control tactics. According to a presentation given by USDA Wildlife Services at Rangely and Meeker town[Read More…]
Author: Jennifer Hill
CNCC flight team seeks donations to attend national competition
RANGELY | Following a strong performance at regionals Colorado Northwestern Community College is preparing to send their Flight Team to the National Intercollegiate Flying Association Competition in Indiana this spring. Earlier this fall the team placed second at the regional competition coming in behind the U.S. Air Force Academy team. They[Read More…]
Get to know the candidates running for Rangely Town Council
RANGELY | On April 3, Rangely voters will go to the polls to choose three new town council members. *** Former Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Deputy and Rangely Police Officer Rich Garner has decided to continue serving the community by seeking election. “I have a long history of serving the public,”[Read More…]
Rangely council talks police complaints, predator control
RANGELY | Tuesday the Rangely Town Council held a work session focused on the Rangely Police Department’s (RPD) process of handling complaints following by a regular meeting. The work session began by reviewing the new Community Outreach Program the town and RPD are putting together. The program includes classes focused[Read More…]
Erik Striegel proves drug recovery is possible
RANGELY | Fourteen years ago this spring Erik Striegel, then a regular drug user, decided it was time to get his life in order by definitively and permanently walking away from his addiction. With the help of family and the local drug court he managed to do just that. Striegel, who[Read More…]
New recreation business seeking startup funding from RDA
RANGELY | At last week’s Rangely Development Authority and Rangely Development Corporation meeting the boards learned about a new business coming to Rangely and listened to ongoing project updates. Bobbie and Dan Fiscus approached the RDA about a new business they are opening on Main Street which will include both[Read More…]
Commissioners discuss guns, other concerns with new board of health
RBC | At Tuesday’s county commissioners’ work session in Rangely the commissioners immediately went into executive sessions totaling more than 90 minutes for both human resources and assessor updates, citing legal matters related to a tax assessment settlement and personnel matters. Following the executive session Barbara Bofinger with human services told[Read More…]
Rangely trustee running unopposed for mayor
RANGELY | This spring there will be only one name on the ballot for Rangely’s mayoral seat, Andy Shaffer. Shaffer said he is seeking the role to help continue the focus on economic development. “I want to help Rangely find and establish a business or businesses that will stimulate the economy[Read More…]
Donation …
Moon Lake Electric donated $2,500 to the Rangely Fire Department for some high angle rescue equipment. Brad Casto from the Moon Lake Board of Directors presents the gift to Fire Chief Andy Shaffer. Jen Hill Photo
Citizens voice support for Rangely Police Dept.
RANGELY | The Rangely Town Council heard more feedback about the Rangely Police Department Tuesday and discussed reducing regulations on establishments selling liquor. Councilwoman Lisa Hatch took time during the public input portion of the meeting to address her thoughts regarding the Jan. 23 public forum about concerns with the[Read More…]
Rangely PD taking steps to improve complaint process
RANGELY | The Rangely Police Department is currently reviewing the process citizens must undertake when filing a complaint against either an officer or the department. Town Manager Peter Brixius said there was a mutual feeling from the community and the town that they needed to take a look at the complaint[Read More…]
Ranchers now required to report livestock gas to EPA
RBC | Beginning on May 1 ranchers and livestock producers will be required to report releases of ammonia and hydrogen sulfide from animal waste as they are mandated to participate in the Environmental Protection Agency’s Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act[Read More…]
