Editor’s Note: Molly Rink, Part 2 will publish next week. It was a dark and stormy night. Well… maybe not. I have always wanted to start a mystery story that way, so please allow me some literary license. This is a Halloween story after all. Facts are facts, but I[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – October 26th, 2023
Time capsule Dear Editor, As I was going through my brother’s letters, I came across this one from my Dad to Gary on his 16th birthday. It is a time capsule of life in the early ‘60s; what was expected of teenagers in both discipline and respect. My Dad was[Read More…]
Museum Musings – Letters from History, No. 20
Special to the Herald Times Department of the Interior, Office of Indian Affairs, Washington, January 27, 1879. Sir: In reply to your letter of the 13th instant, I have to say that It is not deemed expedient to authorize you to purchase three saddles, costing $40 each, and that you[Read More…]
Guest Column: Condemning hatred starts at home
While at the State Legislature, I often talk to colleagues about the Western Slope Way. On the Western Slope, we are proud of our way of life. We support each other. I am continually impressed by the dedication of the people who live in Northwest Colorado, I am proud to[Read More…]
Meeker’s ‘flying cowboy’ qualifies for Western State Circuit Finals
Meeker High School alumnus Kasey Rosendahl qualified for the Western States Circuit Finals Rodeo last weekend in Loveland, Colorado, in the saddle bronc riding event. Rosendahl graduated in 2017, and started riding broncs that summer, then earned a rodeo scholarship to attend Casper College, receiving a degree in 2023. Rosendahl[Read More…]
CNCC to offer dental hygiene BAS
PRESS RELEASE This January Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) will begin offering a Bachelors of Applied Science (BAS) in Dental Hygiene. The BAS in Dental Hygiene is the first ever bachelor’s degree being offered at CNCC which historically has focused on career and technical education programing, two-year associate degrees, and[Read More…]
Does your dog’s nose change color in winter?
It is that time of year, where I notice my golden retriever’s nose is starting to fade from a dark brown to light mauve color. This is due to a somewhat mysterious condition called snow nose. Snow nose, also known as “winter nose” or “hypopigmentation,” refers to a condition in[Read More…]
RHS volleyball celebrates winning streak
On Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, the Rangely Panther volleyball team dominated Soroco High School, sweeping the match 3-0 (25-14, 25-23, 25-12). Annika Cantrell led the charge with nine kills, supported by Lexi LeBleu’s three. Kaitlyn Cox’s 16 service points and five aces added to their success, while Addison Scott and[Read More…]
Two Panther harriers head to state
The Rangely Panthers high school cross country teams traveled to Dolores for the state qualifying Colorado 2A Region 4 Championships. Taya Wren, Courntey Casto, and Macy Morgan lined up first. Freshman Wren secured a spot at state, getting towards the front of the race early and racing to a fourth[Read More…]
MHS XC places 12th at regionals
Rollins heading to state competition. Meeker’s cross country team traveled to Dolores for the 2A Region 4 meet on Friday. Telluride was the host school this year, and held the meet on the Boggy Draw trails. The girls raced first, and Haylee Steele managed the course in 29:03, finishing 68th[Read More…]
Panther football 3-1 in league play
In a thrilling matchup on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, RHS varsity football team delivered a commanding performance, securing a resounding victory over Soroco High School with a final score of 68-26. Kobey Chism displayed his quarterback prowess, completing three of seven passes for a total of 136 yards and two[Read More…]
Winners
The Barone Middle School boys’ basketball 7A and 7B teams played Hayden and Rangely last Saturday, winning all four games. Against Hayden, the 7A team won 40-6 and the 7B team won 36-114. Playing against Rangely, the 7A team won 39-15 and the 7B team won 24-12. Pictured is Sebastian[Read More…]
