As the leaves begin to change color and we enjoy the many traditions of autumn, it can be easy to overlook the fact that winter is right around the corner. Atmos Energy reminds natural gas customers that now is the time to prepare for cold weather by performing household safety[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Change your driving habits to avoid wildlife collisions
Changing your clocks with your driving habits during daylight saving time can help prevent wildlife-vehicle collisions. Wildlife experts advise drivers that wildlife is on the move so be aware, drive with caution and slow down at night. This Sunday, Nov. 6, marks the end of daylight saving time in Colorado.[Read More…]
Low-income energy assistance program accepting applications
Colorado’s Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP), a federally funded program that helps eligible Coloradans pay a portion of their winter home heating costs, opens for the season on Nov. 1 and will accept applications through May 1. A statewide program, LEAP helps eligible individuals and families pay winter home heating[Read More…]
No pumpkins for wildlife, says CPW
Intentionally feeding wildlife is illegal in Colorado, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife would like to remind residents to properly dispose of pumpkins following Halloween rather than leaving them out for wildlife to consume. “We want our wildlife to be sustained by the resources that naturally occur in their habitat,” said[Read More…]
Days Gone By: November 3, 2022
The Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago A few inches of snow fell in Meeker and vicinity Wednesday night, but the sun took it off before the next day rolled around. This morning snow is again flying. Mrs. Minnie Craig was appointed postmaster for Meeker on Saturday last, vice F.N.[Read More…]
Rosendahl plays at National FFA Talent Show semifinals
Meeker High School Class of 2022 alum Rowdy Rosendahl made it to the semifinal competition of the National FFA Talent Show Competition at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana. According to MHS FFA Advisor Deneé Dinwiddie, Rosendahl’s audition tape was one of 30 selected from 200 submissions. Last Tuesday,[Read More…]
Obituary: Carrie Louise Stranathan
April 5, 1963 ~ Oct. 20, 2022 Carrie Louise Stranathan was born April 5, 1963, in Hays, Kansas, to Samuel E. and Helen E. (Schupbach) Stranathan. She went to the Lord on Oct. 20, 2022, after an eight-month battle with liver cancer. She is survived by her parents; her son[Read More…]
Obituary: Bobby Joe Brenton
Aug. 7, 1963 ~ Oct. 24, 2022 Bobby Joe Brenton passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, Oct. 24, 2022. Bobby was born on Aug. 7, 1963, to Richard and Elizabeth Brenton. He grew up in Rangely, Colorado, and was married to Lisa, the love of his life, on[Read More…]
Highlights from October meetings of the Town of Rangely
Town Manager Lisa Piering reported that all departments are getting everything winterized. The town shut down raw water irrigation on Wednesday, Oct. 12. The tree limb piles are in the process of being burned. The homecoming parade went well. Shop ‘n Dine begins in November. The Town of Rangely will[Read More…]
HOGWARTS RETURNS
The Meeker Livestock Judging Team hosted the annual Hogwarts event this year at the RBC Fairgrounds and invited several community groups to join them in this fun fundraising effort. Everyone had a great time and the funds raised go to support the efforts of these organizations throughout the coming year.[Read More…]
Lady Panthers play Vail Christian and Caprock
Going into the last weekend of volleyball, the freshman team took on the Vail Christian Saints on Saturday, Oct. 28. The Panthers had nothing to lose and wanted to finish the season off strong. Set one was won by the Panthers with a score of 25-21. Set two was won[Read More…]
PINK OUT DONATION
… The Rangely Panther Booster Club would like to thank the RHS volleyball team for their partnership in the “Pink Out” night. The lady Panthers raised $407 to donate to the Rangely Community and Wellness Center to help pay for mammograms for local residents. The Rangely Panther Booster Club would[Read More…]
