Dear Editor: It is with regret that I withdraw my name from the ballot of the RE-1 School Board election coming in November. I came to the realization that I was not going to be able to commit 100 percent to the responsibilities and obligations which the Meeker school board[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Fritzlan wins world title
RANGELY I Colten Fritzlan, 11, left for Ogden, Utah, with dreams and determination to be a world champion. The Chris Shivers Miniature Bullriding World Finals entailed two long rounds with the top 15 advancing to the short round, a total of 40 boys in the junior age group representing 17[Read More…]
Cowboys take it on the chin 0-34
MEEKER I The Meeker Cowboys dropped a conference game 0-34 to Paonia. It was a game of much contrast.
Time to think about flu shots
RBC I This year, the theme for the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s flu campaign is “Do Something Easy,” because getting a flu vaccination is a whole lot easier than most of the tasks Coloradans pack into their busy days.
Meeker chamber honors members
MEEKER I The Meeker Chamber of Commerce’s October chamber members-of-the-month: Shell Exploration Company, The Upstairs Gallery and White River National Forest Service.
How to volunteer with passion
RBC I If volunteerism is a measure of someone’s passion, then Lisa Sellman’s passion knows no bounds. Sellman, a professional dog trainer and owner of a pet care business, volunteers with activities ranging from working at an animal shelter to taking disabled kids on nature hikes during the summer. She[Read More…]
Shooting range sight-in days
MEEKER | The Meeker Sportsman’s Club range will be open during archery season. It will be closed Oct. 13-Nov. 30 except for sight-in days on Oct. 13-14, Oct. 20-21, Nov. 3-4, Nov. 15 and the annual turkey shoot on Nov. 20. Note: If a closed sign is posted at the[Read More…]
Cub Scout Pack 91 meets Oct. 13
MEEKER I Cub Scout Pack 91 invites all boys ages 6 through 10 (or first through fifth grade) and their parents to a new member welcoming meeting on Thursday, Oct. 13, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Building at 779 Sulphur Creek Road.
CNCC to host regional flight competition
RANGELY | Colorado Northwestern Community College and the Rangely Airport is hosting a regional competition for the National Intercollegiate Flight Association (NIFA). Last spring our team won first place in the competition, for two-year schools in the nation!
Student academic improvement continues
RANGELY I “I was pleased to learn that 100 percent of Rangely schools made Adequate Yearly Progress this year, with the ratcheting up of federal standards, which only allowed for 46 percent of schools to succeed statewide.” said Rangely School District Superintendent Todd Cordrey.
Letter to the Editor: Board commended for highlighting needs
Dear Editor: In response to the article regarding the Rangely school board and superintendent agreement I would like to commend the school board for highlighting four areas of need in our district and charging our superintendent to work specifically on them.
Meeker Chamber shares the love
MEEKER I More than 30 local Meeker Chamber of Commerce member businesses will “share the love,” in an effort to encourage people to shop locally by offering money-saving coupons for doing so.
