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Author: Special to the Herald Times
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – October 2nd, 2025
Moffitt shares his personal views on library collections policy Dear Editor: The Meeker Regional Library Board met last week for a working session and our regular board meeting. Both meetings focused heavily on the formation of a Collections Development Policy, which will govern the strategy and principles used to guide[Read More…]
RIO BLANCO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: Fire and flood recovery update
RBC | In our Aug. 20 letter we wrote, “In coming weeks, Rio Blanco County and partners will be assessing damage, evaluating and re-evaluating recovery needs. We’ve established work recovery areas to address these needs and appointed leads for each focus area. This coalition will guide the recovery process when[Read More…]
MEEKER SCHOOL DISTRICT: Accredited with Distinction in 2025!
MEEKER | This is the highest accreditation rating given by the Colorado Department of Education. In 2025, only 17 entities earned “Accredited with Distinction” status, which places our school district in the top 9.3% of all local education agencies in the State of Colorado. The achievement in 2025 marks the[Read More…]
Six individuals inducted into CNCC’s 2025 Hall of Fame
The recipients of the 2025 CNCC Hall of Fame honors included (L-R) Paul Conrad (his posthumous award was received by his son, Rusty, pictured); Joyce Key, Diana Sizemore, David Cole, Tiffany Douglas and Sarah Ward. RANGELY | Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) recently hosted its 2025 Hall of Fame Induction[Read More…]
White River Conservation District receives $531,308 USDA grant to strengthen wildfire resilience in RBC
Special to the HT MEEKER | The White River Conservation District has been awarded $531,308 through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Community Wildfire Defense Grant Program as part of the agency’s latest round of investments in reducing community wildfire risk. The multiyear award will support the Resident Mitigation and Resilience[Read More…]
Panthers race to personal records at Loudy Simpson Meet
Special to the HT RANGELY | The Panther cross country harriers traveled to Craig this weekend to compete at Loudy Simpson Park. The course is notoriously challenging, often featuring difficult terrain and a grueling final-half-mile hill. However, the runners were pleasantly surprised to find the hill removed, leading to a[Read More…]
RHS Football
Junior quarterback #11 Bradley Lambros launches a pass to #23 Chase Cochrane during Friday night’s home game against Vail Christian. Despite their efforts, the Panthers fell 36-20. They will look to bounce back on the road Friday, Oct. 3 against West Grand. MATT SCOGGINS PHOTO
Support local with ‘10 for the Town’
MEEKER | The Meeker Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the return of our “10 for the Town” campaign, encouraging our community to support local businesses. Here’s how it works: • Shop at local businesses in Meeker. • Collect 10 receipts from your purchases. • Submit your receipts to[Read More…]
RBC Sheriff’s Office announces arrests in Yellow Jacket Fire investigation
PRESS RELEASE RBC | On Aug. 15, 2025, Rio Blanco County deputies responded to a wildfire in the Yellow Jacket area northeast of Meeker. Rio Blanco County Deputies began an investigation and were able to preserve evidence while there was active fire with firefighters and air support actively engaging the[Read More…]
Honoring Angelo (Butch) Theos and the legacy of Theos Swallow Fork Ranch
MEEKER | In a world where passing down a family ranch from one generation to the next is increasingly rare, Theos Swallow Fork Ranch stands as a remarkable exception—a shining example of perseverance, tradition, and vision. While many family-owned ranches struggle to survive beyond the second generation, the Theos family[Read More…]
Sen. Roberts, Rep. Lukens tour fire/flood impacts
State Senator Dylan Roberts and District 26 Representative Meghan Lukens toured the Elk and Lee burns on Monday, Sept. 22 to view fire and flood impacts to Rio Blanco County. County officials briefed them on efforts to document fire and flood impacts to support requests for assistance. (Left to right)[Read More…]
