David Linton Justus July 31, 1938 ~ Oct. 6, 2021 We are so sad to announce the passing of a wonderful man. He was kind, dependable and fiercely loyal to his family and friends, and will be fondly remembered by everyone who knew him. He was our rock. David Linton[Read More…]
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Obituary: Patricia Ann Hejl
Patricia Ann Hejl March 23, 1935 ~ Oct. 5, 2021 Patricia Ann Hejl passed away peacefully on Oct. 5, 2021, surrounded by her family. Pat was born on March 23, 1935, in Grand Junction, Colorado. She attended Grand Junction High School and graduated in 1953. She relocated to Rangely, Colorado,[Read More…]
Letter: Thanks to Dr. Sullivan
Dear Editor: Rangely is a great place to live for many reasons. One of the best is our local veterinarian, Dr. Shannon Sullivan. She is kind, caring and compassionate during good appointments and the rougher ones as well. Thank you Dr. Sullivan for all that you do. Sincerely, Dusty Moreno[Read More…]
Veteran’s Corner
By WESLEY EUBANKS Special to the Herald Times When the trooper asks for your license, registration and proof of insurance: If HB 127 is signed by the President you will be required by law to have these for your personal firearm. Penalties [Section 924(a)]: up to $150,000 and 25 years[Read More…]
Kaye’s Corner: Census results
MEEKER I The 2020 census data has been reported recently and I wondered what we can learn, especially at the county level. These results could still be corrected, but I doubt if any huge changes occur, so here goes. My primary source is www.worldpopulationreview.com. Last year was the 24th year[Read More…]
TRICKS ‘N TREATS …
Press release on hostile workplace investigation
PRESS RELEASE Special to the Herald Times RBC I On July 13, 2021, the Board of County Commissioners of Rio Blanco County authorized the county attorney’s office to contract with Employers Council to conduct an independent investigation into allegations made by six current or former employees of a hostile work[Read More…]
RSD asks for “BEST” decision
RANGELY I The Rangely School District and Board of Education is asking the community to use their voices and make their “BEST” decision for the needs of the schools and students. Issue 4A on the November ballot asks voters to empower the Rangely RE-4 district to make a “financially prudent[Read More…]
Recap: Rangely School District board of education monthly meeting
RANGELY I Rangely School District’s Board of Education held its monthly meeting Sept. 21, 2021, at the EEC building. All members were in attendance including Carlene Cantrell, principal of Parkview Elementary; Crandal Mergelman, principal of Rangely Jr/Sr High School; and school board candidate Ron Granger. Superintendent Matt Scoggins offered staff[Read More…]
Anniversaries…
The cool, damp weather on the anniversary of the Meeker Incident and the Milk Creek Battle may well have mirrored the weather from the time, based on historical accounts. Photos are from Sept. 29, 2021, 142 years after the events. TERESIA REED PHOTOS
COVID Update: Oct. 7, 2021
RBC I Total Cases to Date: 921 Meeker Active: 19 Rangely Active: 17 Current Hospitalized RBC: 2 Total Hospitalized: 71 School District Meeker: 5 School District Rangely: 5 Deaths: 6 Approximate percentage of eligible population vaccinated with at least one dose: 43.6% The COVID-19 vaccine is available to the general[Read More…]
News Notes: Oct. 7, 2021
4-H happenings RBC | National 4-H Week is Oct. 3–8. Thank you to our leaders who volunteer their time and the members who dedicated themselves. You make our program great! The 4-H Open House for Meeker will be Oct. 14, 6-8 p.m., New Exhibit Hall, RBC Fairgrounds. Free popcorn and[Read More…]
