MEEKER I Thanks to ExxonMobil, local emergency services, community and industry, representatives from Garfield, Rio Blanco, Mesa and Moffat counties received specialized training Nov. 13-15 on responding to major emergency and disaster situations.
Author: Special to the Herald Times
James Moya graduates from basic training
MEEKER I Army Pvt. James Moya has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill in Lawton, Okla. During the nine weeks of training, Moya studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical[Read More…]
Cub Scouts say ‘thank you’
Rangely Cub Scouts Branson Shelton, Lucas Neal, Ben Roberts, Calvin Bishop, Tytus Coombs, Hunter Hanvey and Jonathan Pennell show their appreciation for Veterans.
Letter: Care of cemetery is appreciated
A great big thank you and a huge round of applause is due to Mr. Art Cox and his team who so carefully groom our beautiful Meeker cemetery. It is truly a wonderful tribute to this community and to those of us who have loved ones there.
New Arrival: Austin Christopher England
Austin Christopher England RANGELY | It’s with much joy and pride that we introduce our baby, Austin Christopher England, who was born Oct. 28. He weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces and was 19 inches long. He fills our hearts with much love. Parents are Christopher and Maria England of Rangely.[Read More…]
Letter: Responsibility begins with your health
It is very important that one learn to be responsible for one’s conduct and attitude as well as one’s health and fitness. According to the American Heart Association, 69 percent of the adult U.S. population lacks regular physical activity while 67 percent are overweight or obese. We are lucky to[Read More…]
Letter: Information sought about rural schools
We are looking for information concerning rural schools in Rio Blanco County. Items needed: 1. Interesting facts 2. Stories about the school 3. When established
Colowyo Coal pledges $50,000 to CNCC
RBC | Colowyo Coal Company, the local operation of Rio Tinto, recently pledged $50,000 in Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) for the new Craig Campus Career and Technical Education Center.
Obituary: Ronald James ‘Bill’ Kent II
Ronald James (“Bill”) Kent II, 71, of Loveland died Nov. 17, 2009. He is survived by his daughter Lynne Berry and her family in Moffat County; his daughter Margie Wong and her family in Mountain View, Calif.; and his sister Rolleen McIlwrath and her family in Stockton, Calif. A memorial[Read More…]
Letter: Treatment at doctors’ office spoils hunting
Just thought I would share with you and the wonderful community of Meeker my only regretful experience I have encountered in the last 10 years of visiting and hunting your wonderful area. This in itself was quite shocking, as many times I have received nothing but exceptional service from all[Read More…]
Elks recognize veterans
RANGELY | Rangely Elks Lodge No. 1907 provided lunch for Rangely veterans at the fifth annual celebration Nov. 20 at the Radino Center. There were 23 attendees. From left, Tom Collins, Paul McCracken, Norm Hall, Carol Jensen, Leland Spence, Don Reed, Ross Alire and Jake Roberts.
BLM replaces interpretive signs in canyon
RANGELY I The Bureau of Land Management’s White River Field Office recently replaced a series of interpretive signs along Canyon Pintado, a popular area south of Rangely, known for its rock art and other cultural sites.
