Dear Editor: How does the weed ordinance warrant more enforceable action over and above street safety while snow removal gets no enforceable action? There are a number of trailers, boats and abandoned vehicles parked in the street which prevents proper snow removal. This is a health and safety concern. There[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Huntington’s Disease seminar March 9
RBC | There will be a meeting for families, professionals and individuals interested in understanding and treating Huntington’s Disease with speaker Seth Kareus, M.D., specialist in neurology and movement disorder on Saturday, March 9 from 11-1:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 522 White Ave., in Grand Junction, Colo.[Read More…]
Letter to the Editor: Don’t get caught sleeping on this one
Dear Editor: Meeker, let’s not sleep on this one! It was exciting to know that so many people in Meeker attended a meeting in support of the proposed cell tower. It’s easy to show up to complain; sometimes we forget that it’s important to give a pat on the back.
Questions about WREA bills welcome
MEEKER I Did your January electric bill catch you by surprise? Several factors contributed to the increase in consumers’ January electric bills.
Helping hands…
On Nov. 29, 2012, Reagan Brown, infant daughter of Lee and Emma (Vaughn) Brown of Fleming, Colo., was taken to Children’s Hospital. After extensive testing, an MRI showed fluid on her knees and hips, she has Systemic Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. Friends of the Brown family have started fundraising to help[Read More…]
Lincoln reenactment production March 14
MEEKER | MACC and the Rio Blanco County Historical Society have joined to cooperatively present John Voehl, a renowned Abraham Lincoln re-enactor in an evening production on Thursday, March 14, at 7 p.m. at the Meeker High School auditorium.
9th annual Buy-Fly Fishing Tournament
MEEKER | The White River Community Association is hosting the ninth annual Buy-Fly Whitefish Tournament on Saturday, March 9 and Sunday, March 10 and is seeking teams of interested fisher-folks to join in the fun.
Faculty of the year…
The recognition of outstanding faculty was held on Feb. 13, 2013, as part of the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education meeting at the Community College of Aurora.
Math Counts competitors
MEEKER I Sierra Williams and Kenzie Turner will compete in the state’s Math Counts contest.
“Fables” dinner delights
MEEKER I The Meeker Arts and Cultural Council (MACC) in cooperation with the ERBM Recreation and Parks District presented a dinner theatre production, “A Bagful of Fables” by Robert R. Lehan, based on five of “Aesop’s Fables” on Saturday, Feb. 23 at 6 p.m. at the Fairfield Center.
Obituary: Jamie Brasfield
On February 13, 2013 our family lost a wonderful, brave, and strong fighter, Jamie Leif Brasfield.
CNCC Phi Theta Kappa
RANGELY I This year’s Phi Theta Kappa All Colorado Academic Team Recognition Ceremony and Honorary Luncheon will be held Wednesday, March 13 at the Denver Athletic Club, Grand Ballroom, Second Floor, at 1325 Glenarm Place in Denver. The following CNCC students will be recognized for their work with PTK:
