After an initial investigation, CPW wildlife officers are confident in confirming a wolf depredation incident has occurred on a domestic calf in North Park. Just after 9 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 19, a CPW District Wildlife Manager (DWM) received a report of a calf carcass on a ranch in Jackson[Read More…]
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5 tips to help tackle holiday stress
We’re in what’s often dubbed “the most wonderful time of the year,” and you may agree. Still, added pressures amid the holiday season can test even the jolliest of elves. Beyond the usual decorating, shopping, cooking, social obligations and more, this year there may again be concerns about avoiding COVID-19[Read More…]
Letter: Commissioner concerns
Dear Editor: I was at the Commissioners meeting here in Meeker Dec. 14 to bring up a couple of concerns. I will be the first to admit that I do not attend meetings unless something gets my attention and I want to ask questions that hopefully will help me understand[Read More…]
Letter: Omicron among us
Dear Editor: The omicron variant of the novel coronavirus is very likely already amongst us. There’s still an awful lot we don’t know about it, but here’s what’s evident so far. Omicron is exceptionally contagious. Doubling times for infections are on the order of two or three days. That is,[Read More…]
Rio Blanco County COVID update
TESTING Testing for COVID-19 is recommended for all symptomatic individuals (please see CDC website for list of symptoms), and all individuals who are exposed to a known case. If you have no symptoms, but have been exposed, it is advised to test 5-7 days after your last known exposure, or[Read More…]
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Panther wrestlers close year out with a bang
RANGELY | The Rangely Panther Wrestlers have closed out 2021 with a bang. Over the weekend, the Panthers headed to West Grand for a pair of duals on Friday and a tournament on Saturday. The Panthers started out a little slow with their first matchup against the West Grand Mustangs,[Read More…]
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD…
Once again the Operation Christmas Child campaign was a great success in this little town with a big heart. A total of 389 shoebox gifts, pictured here with volunteers Stella McGruder (left) and Karen LaBonte (right), were packed and donated this year by local churches and individuals. These donations will[Read More…]
NEWS NOTES: Dec 23, 2021
NYE masquerade party at brewery MEEKER | Countdown to the new year at Smoking River Brewing Co. on Friday, Dec. 31 with live music by WAVE11 at 9 p.m., and Bier Rockin with Mitch’s Wild Weiners Food Truck. Masquerade means wear your mask (the other fun kind)! If you don’t[Read More…]
WRBM to seek mill levy increase for pool repairs, maintenance
Rangely’s Town Board of Trustees convened on Tuesday, Dec. 14 for a full meeting. Trustee Tim Webber switched hats from town trustee to director of the parks and recreation district to address the board regarding a bond to increase mill levies. He described the rec center ceiling dropping 2 inches[Read More…]
The trouble with Mind Springs
Two counties are breaking from their mental health provider. Others are taking notes. By SUSAN GREENE Colorado News Collaborative This investigation is part of the ongoing “On Edge” series about Colorado’s mental health by the Colorado News Collaborative, the nonprofit that unites more than 160 communities and news outlets to[Read More…]
