Springtime in the Rockies means snow showers and flowers, all at the same time. Don’t forget to spring forward this weekend on the clock, as well–Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday. | PAT DAGGETT PHOTO
Author: Special to the Herald Times
DNA, in Ed’s Dictionary, stands for Don’t know Ancestors
Ok, maybe Webster doesn’t agree with me. On the other hand, Daniel Webster in 1806 didn’t know what DNA was either. Today the common tests used in genealogy are available by mail order. These tests don’t unravel your whole DNA, just the segments pointing to ethnicity or parentage. Don’t strain[Read More…]
Obituary: Matt Grenfell
Matthew Allen Grenfell of Rangely, Colorado, passed away on Feb. 28, 2022, at his home. He was born on Aug. 13, 1952, in Golden, Colorado, to Richard and Ila Grace Reber Grenfell. Matt was an avid hunter, fisherman, golfer and Broncos fan. He loved all sports. He provided many services[Read More…]
Kaye’s Corner: Volunteering: too much, too little?
I have been thinking about volunteering which is an integral part of our Meeker lifestyle. For good hearted souls, it is natural to sign up for a worthy cause. Our community operates successfully on many fronts due to the donated time and efforts of many folks. This seems to lead[Read More…]
Loose Ends: Always talk about weather
Last week, as I was considering some of those subjects that lend themselves to light conversations, I came upon a few of the local go-to gabfest topics over many years. Recently, I reread a few of my notes from the 100 and 125 year old Days Gone By column, which[Read More…]
Obituary: Jannis Knoblock
June 9, 1947 ~ Feb. 10, 2022 Jannis Knoblock passed away on Feb. 10, 2022, in Bowie, Arizona. She was born in 1947 in Rangely, Colorado, to Slim and Alma Hegwer. She graduated from Rangely High School and attended one year at Rangely Junior College. She then married her high[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY: March 3, 2022
The Meeker Herald 125 years ago • A deal was carried through this week whereby the old Dreifuss ranch above town charges the proprietorship of the W. F. Dendy to that of H. S. Harp. • Joe Rooney returned from Leadville Saturday and reports having a royal time at the[Read More…]
Rio Blanco County welcomes Mobley to undersheriff position
RBC I On March 11, 2022 there will be a new Undersheriff serving Rio Blanco County, as current Undersheriff Jeremy Muxlow submitted his resignation in February. In a letter to Rio Blanco County staff, Sheriff Anthony Mazzola stated, “Jeremy has made a decision based on his priority of his family.[Read More…]
PICK A PUZZLE …
In the spirit of the little free library, a renovated newspaper rack houses jigsaw puzzles at St. James Episcopal Church for loan. Need a puzzle? Leave a puzzle. | NIKI TURNER PHOTO
New and expanded CNCC rodeo program
RBC | Hello! This is Tammy Olson. I joined the CNCC rodeo program late last fall, as their rodeo coach. We have been preparing for our Spring 2022 season and I wanted to update you, Rio Blanco County residents on “all things” CNCC rodeo… CNCC competes in the Rocky Mountain[Read More…]
BMS WRESTLING …
The Barone Middle School Cowboy wrestling program got off to a great start. The Cowboys took first place in their first of three tournaments this season last weekend in Rangely. | COURTESY PHOTO
Cowboys take fourth at tourney
MEEKER I The number 17 ranked Cowboys took fourth in their district tournament after two very tough and heartbreaking losses. Meeker began as the number one seed, bypassing the Tuesday pigtails and moving straight to the semifinals to take on Vail Christian after they beat Rangely. The Cowboys and Saints[Read More…]
