ARRESTS A 44-yr. old female was arrested on 1/18/23 for domestic violence, harassment and criminal mischief. A PR bond was granted on 1/19/23 by Magistrate ShamisA 32-yr. old male was arrested on 1/18/23 for domestic violence, harassment and child abuse. A PR bond was granted on 1/19/23 by Magistrate Shamis CALL SUMMARIES[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
The Western slope way
Being your state representative is truly the honor of a lifetime. The first few days at the State Capitol were filled with excitement and hope. On Jan. 9, all newly-elected legislators were sworn in, and we now have a majority women state legislature for the first time in Colorado history.[Read More…]
Back to work at the Capitol
The start of the legislative year provides a spirit of optimism, as we seek to bring solutions and ideas for the challenges and opportunities that our communities face. After speaking directly with many voters on the campaign trail and community leaders in recent weeks, I feel energized and hopeful about[Read More…]
LETTER: Thanks to snow plow drivers
Dear Rio Blanco County: Just wanted to give a shout out to the Rio Blanco County snowplow drivers for doing such a great job keeping our roads passable this winter. Your early mornings and long hours are really appreciated. Thank you so much,Evie, Ann, and Mike Delivering Trappers Lake and[Read More…]
HAPPY RETIREMENT!
Don Reed served the town of Rangely as utility supervisor in 2017 after Alden VandenBrink moved on to the Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District. Reed served as crew leader prior to 2017 and retired after 14 years at the water treatment plant for 14 years in December 2022. He retired[Read More…]
HOPEWEST
Mark Schryver, Pioneers Medical Center hospital board president (right), and Dr. Justin Grant, chair of Pioneers Healthcare Foundation (left) presented $18,524 to Diana Jones (center) for HopeWest’s hospice care program. | COURTESY PHOTO
Days Gone By: January 26, 2022
The Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Last Tuesday was the 139th anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns, the Scotch poet, and Meeker’s Caledonian Club donned their kilts, blew the soul stirring bagpipe, danced Highland flings and otherwise observed the event in a befitting manner. Messrs. R. Oldland, A.[Read More…]
ARCHERY TOURNEY
This past Saturday, Meeker hosted its first Scholastic 3D archery shoot. S3DA is a national youth archery league for kids 5-18 years old. The Club’s mission is “to foster, educate and guide youth in the areas of 3-D, indoor target, and outdoor target archery as well as safe, ethical bowhunting[Read More…]
Blanco Cellars expanding
MEEKER | For those residents who have been around Meeker for a while you will know our small town boasts an incredible and unique shop, run by an incredible and unique woman: Blanco Cellars and proprietor Vanessa Trout. Trout spent more than 20 years in the food and wine industry[Read More…]
GOLD KEY WINNERS
MHS students earned another three Scholastic Gold Keys this year, as well as three Honorable Mentions, for their outstanding works of art. The winning pieces will go on to be judged in the national competition. BEN QUINN PHOTOS
CNCC ice tower is up
RANGELY | In high altitude locations, such as Rangely and much of Colorado, ice climbing and mountaineering sports attract enthusiasts year-round. The activity requires training to become familiar with the terrain, tools and techniques necessary for safety and enjoyment while exploring. At Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC), the administration encourages[Read More…]
TEAM SPIRIT …
