RBC | The time to apply for more than 160 temporary positions for the 2021 season on the White River National Forest is quickly approaching. Temporary wildland fire positions are open for applications now through Nov. 27, while the application period for a large variety of non-fire jobs including resource,[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Thank you for allowing me to serve
RBC | Thanksgiving is here and the holiday season is now in full swing. In what has been a year full of hardships and unexpected outcomes, 2020 has certainly tested our nation’s resolve. Regardless of the events of this year, if you are reading this today, there are certainly blessings[Read More…]
Tis the season to give thanks
I’m thankful that both my husband and I have been able to work throughout this pandemic. I’m thankful for our health and above everything, I am thankful for my beautiful daughter!~ Kaylee Ahrens I am thankful for the people who are our first line of defense. Law enforcement and paramedics[Read More…]
Obituary: Ronald L. Davis
Dec. 26, 1946 ~ Oct. 17, 2020 Ron lost his five-year battle with cancer on Oct. 17, 2020, at Valley View Hospital in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Ron was an avid outdoorsman, loved to hunt, loved playing three-card poker in Vegas, fishing, shooting, cooking and camping. He was a very generous[Read More…]
James Conrad Carstens
June 9, 1932 ~ Nov. 3, 2020 On Nov. 3, 2020, James Conrad Carstens left this world to be with his “Sweetie.” Jim was born on June 9, 1932, to Alex Carstens and Nona Rector-Carstens in Rifle, Colorado, and later, his family moved to Meeker, Colorado, where he attended primary[Read More…]
Conservation Corner: Forest Health and Pine Beetles
CSU-Extension states: “Mountain Pine Beetles (MPB), Dendroctonus ponderosae, are the most important insect pest to Colorado’s pine forests.” They can have devastating effects on whole systems. Unfortunately, there are currently millions of dead trees across western North America. Prior to signs of dying trees, indications of an MPB infestation include:[Read More…]
White River Algae Study update
RBC | The White River Conservation District and Douglas Creek Conservation District (Districts) are pleased to report that the White River Algae Study is on course for completion as anticipated. We expected significant algal growth this summer with warm temperatures and low flows. However, all reports indicate algae levels were[Read More…]
Letters to the Editor: Nov 26, 2020
Typhoid Mary Dear Editor: Typhoid Mary was a real person. She was not sick and did not have symptoms of typhoid. She spread the disease to many people. We all want the kids back in school and businesses to open. Everyone needs to do their part to stop the spread[Read More…]
COVID Hopeful
MEEKER | “It is not even the beginning of the end. but it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning.” I often recall these words from Winston Churchill who was announcing a small victory for the Allies. The message from World War II is that we are not finished with[Read More…]
Farm Bureau receives state award
MEEKER | Rio Blanco County Farm Bureau received the Policy Implementation Award of Excellence from the Colorado Farm Bureau (CFB), recognizing the Dance Without Wolves fundraiser hosted to defeat Proposition 114, the ballot initiative that will introduce wolves into Western Colorado. The Dance Without Wolves event raised $34,000 and was[Read More…]
Extra secret santa…
RANGELY | A long-standing Rangely event is going to look a little different this year. After discussing COVID-19 concerns, the Rangely Elks BPOE #1907 decided that they would not be able to hold their annual Children’s Christmas Party in December. Also recognizing that 2020 has been a year where many[Read More…]
