MEEKER I Spring CNCC Community Education Classes starting in March and April are open for registration. GED pre-preparation and GED preparation begin March 30-May 4. Times are 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. Book club: “New authors in America” with Jane Yazzi is scheduled for March 30-April 13, 4-5:30 p.m.,[Read More…]
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School dismisses early for Martin service
MEEKER I The Meeker School District will dismiss school at 1 p.m. Friday to allow staff and students to attend Stone Martin’s memorial service.
Fairfield Grant applications due April 1
MEEKER | The Freeman Fairfield Semi-annual Trust Grant application deadline is 5 p.m. Thursday, April 1. Applications may be mailed to P.O. Box 2302, Meeker, CO or delivered to Diane Dunham, 438 E Market.
Letter: Keep Kacey Pozorski in your prayers
I am sure most know what is going on with my granddaughter Kacey. She has been diagnosed with a rare form of tumor. She is an amazing, strong-willed, confident and beautiful red-head.
Obituary: William Henry ‘Bill’ Sisneros
William Henry ‘Bill’ Sisneros Dec. 30, 1964~March 1, 2010 William Henry “Bill” Sisneros, age 45, died at his home in Rangely on Monday, March 1. Bill was born Dec. 30, 1964, in Alamosa to Margarito Jr. and Ericilia “Archie” Sisneros.
Meeker Locals
We can stop griping about the snow and cold now, and start griping about the mud. It’s healthy to change your topic of grumbling seasonally, in order to keep your complaints fresh. There’s nothing worse than stale complaining.
Letter: Praise for Peggy Rector’s leadership
Really enjoyed your recent write-up on Peggy Rector’s involvement in local government. I was serving as a Routt County Commissioner from the time Peg came in until the tragic accident.
Ahrens 50th Anniversary
RANGELY | Gerald and Nancy (Mantlo) Ahrens of Rangely will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on March 19. Their children Kent (Brenda), Keith (Nancy) of Rangely, Darrell (Nancy) of Palisade, Bobbi (Devlin) Barnes of Grand Junction, along with grandchildren Derek, Jeremy, Broc, Cameron, Taylor,
Local election candidates:
RBC I Voters in Meeker and Rangely will vote April 6 for candidates running for open seats on the local town boards.
Letter: Superintendent lists debt-cutting goals
As Rangely School District patrons know, the economy is not good. The most extraordinary economic recession since the Great Depression is taking a toll on families, companies, non-profits and our school district.
Letter: Message of farm safety important
Rio Blanco Farm Bureau strongly promotes safety on our farms and ranches. Unfortunately, agriculture is still one of the most dangerous industries and children are too often hurt or even killed while playing or working on farms.
Letter: Martins express ‘heartfelt gratitude’
The Martin family would like to convey our deepest, heartfelt gratitude to the community of Meeker. We have been affectionately overwhelmed by the amount of concern and support shown us since Stone’s tragic passing and during the difficulties our family now faces.
