FACILITIES Facilities Director Eric Jacquez and staff shared a quarterly update with commissioners. A facility-wide replacement of automated paper towel and soap dispensers will save about $2,600 annually, according to Jacquez. The project coincided with the rollout of a new work order system, semi annual HVAC maintenance and other general[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Kracht’s linoleum block print to advance to NYC competition
MEEKER I Meeker High School senior Sarah Kracht was recently selected for a Gold Key award in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards competition that recognizes the work of exemplary high school students. As a regional Gold Key nominee, Sarah’s work will advance to a national stage in New York[Read More…]
HOGWARTS RETURNS …
On March 4, Parkview Elementary transformed into Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for staff, students and parents alike to attend. The school was packed and the sound of wonder and joy filled the rooms and halls. Principal Carlene Cantrell was excited to host the event after covid forced administration[Read More…]
Rangely Rec Center seeks mill levy increase
RANGELY I The essence of a viable community is the means by which it provides for the educational, recreational and health needs of its citizens. Special districts provide community-based services that are invaluable and uplift the community. The health of a community is judged by the resources it provides for[Read More…]
SPRINGING AHEAD …
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
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…]
