ARRESTS A 47 year-old male was arrested for domestic violence on 10/2/2023 and transported to Moffat County Jail. He was released on a cash bond on 10/3/2023 A 56 year-old female was arrest for driving under the influence on 10/2/2023 by Rangely PD. She was transported to Moffat County Jail[Read More…]
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MSD addresses emergency plans
While we are fortunate to live in the extremely safe community of Meeker, Colorado, it is still a necessity to prepare for a variety of emergencies in our school system. Meeker School District’s Emergency Operations Plan is intended to address these emergencies. The plan and supporting documents can be found[Read More…]
Guest Column: Water Solutions are a Priority
By DYLAN ROBERTS State Senator We all know that out here in Western Colorado, water is life. It sustains our agriculture, powers our outdoor recreation economy, and is the keystone of the beautiful environment we all cherish. All of us also know that our state’s water future faces immense challenges; from[Read More…]
History Lessons: It’s been 127 years since the Meeker Bank Robbery.
By ED PECK As we come upon the 127th anniversary of the famous Oct. 13, 1896, Meeker Bank Robbery [attempt], I would like to take a different slant on the event. With exception of our Ute conflicts, sheep wars, and the various Roosevelts, Meeker and Rio Blanco County did not[Read More…]
Museum Musings: Letters from History, No. 18
White River Agency, Colorado Jan. 13, 1879 Sir: I have the honor to report that, during the fourth quarter of 1878, I have collected the sum $16.50 on account of miscellaneous receipts, which added to the amount previously reported (10.50) makes a total on hand of seventy-seven dollars. Respectfully, N.[Read More…]
Oregon agrees to send wolves to Colorado
PRESS RELEASE RBC | In a one-year agreement between Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Oregon will be a source for up to 10 wolves for the Colorado gray wolf reintroduction effort. These wolves will be captured and translocated between December 2023 and March 2024. [Read More…]
National Monument project begins Oct. 30
DINOSAUR | A construction project totaling approximately $577,000 to improve the heating and cooling system at the Quarry Visitor Center within Dinosaur National Monument will begin on Oct. 30. The project includes replacing the current duct work and installing a new heating and cooling system. The visitor center will[Read More…]
White River Alliance invites neighbors to ‘build a dam’
The White River Alliance has had an active month with multiple projects related to water conservation in the White River Valley. Above, participants learn about riparian restoration during a two-day workshop. More than 40 landowners took advantage of the free event. RBC | It’s been a busy month for the[Read More…]
Panthers triumph in weekend double header
RANGELY | The Rangely Panthers volleyball team delivered a stellar performance over the weekend, extending their impressive record to 11-5 overall and 7-2 in league play by clinching victories in both their matches. On Friday, the Panthers embarked on a journey to Kremmling, where they faced off against the West[Read More…]
First place victories for RHS harriers in Aspen
RANGELY | Following a weekend off, the Rangely Panther cross country teams (high school and middle school) traveled to Aspen, Colorado, for the Chris Severy Invitational. The Panthers raced Aspen’s mountains that are much better suited for skiing down than running up with strength and persistence, showing just how locked[Read More…]
Panthers fall 6-36 to Mustangs
RANGELY | In a hard-fought away game, the Rangely Panthers faced off against the West Grand Mustangs, ultimately falling 6-36. Despite the score, the Panthers displayed strong defensive stops early on, notably with Izaiah Moody’s crucial interception. Leading the defensive charge was Kobey Chism with an impressive 13 tackles, accompanied[Read More…]
MHS cross country competes at Chris Severy Invitational
MEEKER | Meeker High School’s cross country team competed at Aspen’s Chris Severy Invitational this past Saturday. Haylee Steele looked strong on the hilly course, finishing the girls’ race in 30:43 for 47th place. Wyatt Rollins, again Meeker’s fastest runner, took 19th place in 21:28. Aidan Tapia and Cameron Hanberg[Read More…]
