RANGELY | The Rangely Panthers high school cross country team had the weekend off this past weekend, instead running the Uintah Invitational on Wednesday. The course was fast and just 3 miles as opposed to the typical 5K, circling through the grass of city park in Naples, Utah. The five lady[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Obituary: Robert Eugene Dunker
Nov. 2, 1936 ~ July 3, 2020 Robert (Bob) Eugene Dunker of Rangely, Colorado, was called home July 3, 2020. He leaves behind his loving wife Virginia (Ginny is what he called her); children Melissa and Eddy Garcia of Bakersfield, California; Teresa and Randy Nelson of Aloha, Oregon; Mark and[Read More…]
Obituary: Lomell Croom Poole
Jan. 22, 1930 ~ Aug. 20, 2020 From a small farm near Pansey, Alabama, a young girl grew up learning to work diligently, do her best in all endeavors, and make something from nothing. Mom recounted her childhood to us with stories about conquering her fear in gathering stray eggs[Read More…]
New addition…
The Meeker Public Library recently bought a “Charlie Cart.” The cart is part of a national program to educate kids on culinary and kitchen skills and comes with a sink, toaster oven, and kitchen equipment. Classes will be held at the library for kids from age 5 to fifth grade.[Read More…]
Welle resigns from WREA board
MEEKER | After a long and distinguished career at White River Electric Association, which included 38 years as an employee and five years as a Board member, Dick Welle has retired yet again from WREA. In 2013, Mr. Welle retired as General Manager but was later appointed to fill a board[Read More…]
Conservation Corner: How do the Conservation Districts affect me? (Part 2 of 3)
Last week you read about the White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts’ (Districts) mission and the work being done to study the excessive algae growth in the White River. Today, we share the purpose of conservation districts nationwide which is, “To make available technical, financial, and educational resources, whatever[Read More…]
Guest Column: Happy Retirement!
MEEKER I May I say a few kind words about Judy Eskelson as she transitions into retirement? Many of you have known her far longer than me, but I would like to share a few thoughts about this stellar health care worker. As a patient, I just have to say, “gosh, darn[Read More…]
Letters to the Editor: Sept. 17, 2020
Thank you from property owner Dear Editor: I have owned property on the Meeker Dome for over 25 years. The land is special to me and is providing much in the way of recreation, relaxation and rejuvenation for myself, family and friends. For the past several years, the property has[Read More…]
Honoring Diane Mobley…
Rio Blanco County native Diane Mobley was honored for her work with the Piceance Mustangs this last Saturday, Sept. 12 at a luncheon at the Meeker Cafe. Mobley was inducted into the Colorado Plateau Horseman Hall of Fame (CPHHOF) for her significant contribution to the equine industry in Western Colorado.[Read More…]
Rangely police chief joins Law Enforcement Organization to steer kids away from crime
RANGELY | Last month, Rangely Police Chief TiRynn Hamblin became a member of Fight Crime: Invest in Kids, an anti-crime organization of over 5,000 police chiefs, sheriffs, prosecutors and violence survivors nationwide, including more than 90 law enforcement leaders in Colorado. For nearly 25 years, Fight Crime: Invest in Kids members have[Read More…]
News Briefs: Sept. 17, 2020
Drive thru flu clinics in Meeker, Rangely RBC | RBC Department of Public Health and Environment is holding drive through flu vaccination clinics this year. Meeker’s clinic will be held Thursday, Oct. 1 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m at the RBC Fairgrounds and Rangely’s clinic will be held Tuesday, Oct. 6 from[Read More…]
Voting questions? We’ve got answers.
RBC | Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, but registered voters in Colorado will receive mail-in ballots after Oct. 9. With national concern about the veracity of mail-in ballots, Colorado has become a focal point. Colorado began statewide vote by mail in 2013, although some counties used it before that.[Read More…]


