Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District recovers Wolf Creek funds; public requests better access to meetings. RBC | The Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District (RBWCD) board of directors met on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, for their monthly meeting, giving more specifics on the theft and reported recovery of millions of dollars.[Read More…]
Author: Lucas Turner
BLM shares key findings in Wolf Creek meetings
The BLM conducted two public meetings in Rio Blanco County this week, with a third virtual meeting set for Wednesday after press time, regarding the Wolf Creek Reservoir projects. Key findings from the Situational Assessment were shared. RBC | The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) conducted two public meetings in[Read More…]
ERBM talks 2024 budget
MEEKER | ERBM Recreation District’s board of directors had a short meeting Aug. 15, 2023, discussing 2024 budget overview and upcoming process, addressing accessibility/safety concerns, and the Circle Park improvement project for which the district is currently seeking contract proposals. During regular business the board approved the creation of an[Read More…]
AG WEISER VISIT
LUCAS TURNER photo Colorado State Attorney General Phil Weiser and staff visited with hospital staff and local representatives at Pioneers Medical Center last week. Discussion revolved around Meeker’s potential, including outdoor recreation, county-owned fiber and low crime rates, and limiting factors like lack of housing and childcare. Weiser also surveyed[Read More…]
New CPW director discusses conservation, recreation, wolves and winter-kill at White River Alliance meeting
RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s (CPW) newest director, Jeff Davis, joined RBC residents at the White River Alliance (WRA) monthly meeting via Zoom last week. WRA members met at Smoking River Brewery to hear Davis detail his focus and goals as director of the state agency. They also asked[Read More…]
New eatery brings fresh flavors to town
MEEKER | “We’re bringing a different flavor, sourcing everything from South Louisiana, and you know, we just want Meeker to taste what we grew up with on a regular basis,” said Don Lima, owner of Meeker’s latest eatery, Caroline’s Louisiana Kitchen. The new establishment brings fresh tastes from fresh ingredients,[Read More…]
HOME COOKIN’
Meeker’s newest restaurant, Caroline’s Louisiana Kitchen, opened Friday, Aug. 11 at 7t23 Market St. An interview with the chef will be published in next week’s paper. | LUCAS TURNER PHOTO
COUNTY BEAT: Aug. 8 work sessions
RBC | Here’s additional reporting on the county commissioner work sessions from Aug. 8 COVID VACCINATIONS RBC Public Health Director Makala Sheridan and Public Health nurse Karen Dinwiddie told the county commissioners, convened as the Board of Health, that the public health department does not want to provide vaccinations for[Read More…]
Solar project, broadband expansion approved
RBC | The board of county commissioners met this week to discuss the following public business. WHITE RIVER SOLAR PROJECT The White River Solar Project can now move forward following unanimous approval by the board of county commissioners Tuesday, wrapping up a long series of public hearings in which Rio[Read More…]
Fair’s First Cat Show …
Riley Alger and Joslin Spieth and their cats were two of the participants in the first ever Cat Show at the Rio Blanco County Fair this week. It’s unclear if the cats were being judged, or judging the proceedings themselves.
Rangely trustees discuss Cogency Solar project
RBC | Town of Rangely trustees met Tuesday, July 25 for their regular meeting which mostly consisted of updates from town staff, including town Manager Lisa Piering and Marketing/Economic Development Coordinator Jeannie Caldwell. MARKETING UPDATE Caldwell updated the board on her work in the last several weeks by sharing metrics[Read More…]
Commissioners hear from Rangely town manager, hospital
RBC | The Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, July 25 in Rangely to discuss the following public business. Town of Rangely Central Square Contract Conversations between the Town of Rangely and Rio Blanco Board of Commissioners have stalled following a county work session and subsequent town meeting Tuesday.[Read More…]
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MHS senior Ryan Sullivan pitching for the Cowboys against Steamboat. Coming off a series of wins against Monte Vista, Steamboat and Cedaredge, the Cowboys play Grand Valley on Saturday, April 20. RHS junior Marcos Quintana pitching for the Panthers. The Panthers play the Aspen Skiers today at home following wins against Dove Creek on April 13.
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This year’s batch of Mormon crickets are beginning to hatch. Above is a picture of an immature cricket compared to a dime. JANE TURNBURKE PHOTO Read more online at ht1885.com.
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On April 4, the Meeker Lions Club installed new shelving units for the New Eden Pregnancy Care Center. New Eden asked the Lion’s Club to help them come up with more storage for items within the building, and the Lion’s Club raised money to purchase shelves. OPAL MUNGER PHOTO
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