Every week for the past two and a half years, I have written a column for the newspaper. This will be my last one. As a story on the front page of today’s Herald Times announced, Bobby Gutierrez will return as editor of the paper. I am leaving to take[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Letter: CNCC Rodeo Club thanks sponsors
On behalf of the CNCC Rodeo Club, CNCC faculty, staff and administration, we would like to officially thank all of the volunteers, individuals, local businesses and sponsors who participated in September’s first annual Rangely Rock ’N Bull, bull-riding event. The event was a great success not only as a fundraiser[Read More…]
Letter: Meeker Elementary thanks volunteers
Meeker Elementary School would like to thank the many volunteers who have come to our school to teach us about healthy habits and safety. Your time and efforts are greatly appreciated.
RBC Warranty Deeds
SEPTEMBER 2010 TRANSACTIONS Seller: Jim and Joyce McPhail Buyer: Horst Rick and Sandra J. Rick AB Living Trust Description: Subdivision: Curtis Creek Industrial Park Re-Subdiv 269778 Lot: 1B 385 Curtis Creek Drive North Transaction Price: $385,000
What is patriotism?
Patriotism comes in many different actions, feelings and opinions. When we are in elementary school we stand up for the pledge because it’s what our classmates are doing. We take our hats off in buildings because the teachers tell us to, but what is the true meaning of patriotism?
Letter: Crazy quilt proceeds go to animal shelter
After hundreds of hours of work, the crazy quilt was raffled at the Christmas Bazaar last Sunday. I just want to say thanks so much to all those in the community who helped by making the quilt squares. Here is a list of all the people who helped to make[Read More…]
Meeker Locals
We’re readying ourselves for the annual festival of abundance: Thanksgiving. And while we plan our menus around turkey and stuffing and corn and green bean casserole, a truly authentic Thanksgiving feast wouldn’t have had most of those items. Instead, they ate such delicacies as roasted eel. Try putting that out[Read More…]
Obituary: Josephine Katherine Clapper Feb. 10, 1922~Nov. 5, 2010
Josephine Katherine Clapper Feb. 10, 1922~Nov. 5, 2010 Josephine (Josie) Katherine Davis was born Feb. 10, 1922, to Gene and Helen Davis in Meeker. She left us on Nov. 5, 2010. Josie attended elementary school at the old Rock School on Strawberry Creek and high school in Meeker. She married[Read More…]
Lady Panthers come up short at state
RANGELY I Different year. Different team. Same result. The Lady Panthers lost all three matches at the Class 2A state volleyball tournament last weekend in Denver. Two years ago, the same thing happened.
Patriotism still matters
To some people, patriotism is a big deal. To some, it means nothing. Many people are asking, does patriotism still matter? Nowadays people don’t even know the true definition of patriotism. This country was built by patriots like John Hancock, Sam and John Adams and Betsy Ross.
Letter: Unfair treatment of volleyball team?
I am concerned about how the volleyball girls are being treated by the coach and the athletic director of Rangely High School. I have talked with several mothers whose girls play volleyball. It’s a real concern how the girls are being treated. There are girls who have been put back[Read More…]
Rio Blanco County Days Gone By
The Meeker Herald — 125 years ago • The Meeker school opened Nov. 2 with an attendance of 30. The expected books have not yet arrived. • The bar attached to the Pioneer Hotel is a model of neatness and beauty. Jesse Black will preside behind the mahogany.
