RBC | Northwestern Community College in conjunction with the Colorado Community College System began a strategic visioning process to address growth concerns surrounding the CNCC Craig campus. In the months that have followed, CNCC has accomplished a number of initiatives designed to be responsive to the campus and community, including:[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Fire restrictions, recreation site closures implemented by Forest Service
RBC | Acting Regional Forester Jennifer Eberlien today announced and signed an order to temporarily close developed recreation sites and an order to implement fire restrictions within the Forest Service’s Rocky Mountain Region to align with local, state and federal orders and guidelines to protect public health and safety. The[Read More…]
Mind Springs Health offers new mental health support line during COVID-19
RBC | Increased anxiety, stress, and depression are just a few of the negative effects COVID-19 is having on many Coloradoans. Social distancing has intensified existing mental health issues for some, while bringing forth first-time struggles for others. In response to the concerns about increased mental health needs in Western[Read More…]
Colorado consumers urged to be diligent about COVID-19 scams
RBC | The Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) is urging consumers to take extra precautions to avoid scams that prey on fears and anxiety related to the spread of COVID-19. During times of emergencies or natural disasters, scammers seek to take advantage of vulnerable populations, and federal agencies are[Read More…]
Letter: Thank you from Healing Waters
Dear Editor: Some people wanted me to let the little town of Meeker know how much they appreciated Meeker’s hospitality. This happened back on March 13-15. This group was called Healing Waters. They are veterans from around Colorado. For the past couple years, they have been guests of L.D. Grove,[Read More…]
Guest Column: When the virus hits you, it hits hard
MEEKER | When my wife, Edel, a teacher, developed a cough after working with a woman who came to the elementary school slightly sick, we assumed it was just that, a cough. The word from New York Mayor DiBlasio to parents was still, “Come to school,” though many teachers seemed[Read More…]
Letter: Vote for Root
Dear Editor: A 2020 candidate for U.S. Congress, I’ve lived in Durango 26 years. After driving 5,000 miles over this winter, through mountain pass blizzards, I’ve twice visited all 29 of our 3rd Congressional District counties; meeting, greeting and speaking. I appreciate the wonderful folks I’ve met on this trip;[Read More…]
Birth: Olive Lynn Gray
Olive Lynn Gray was born March 13, 2020, at 12:29 p.m. at Valley View Hospital in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. She weighed 7 lbs. 10 oz. and was 19 inches long. Her parents are Keith and Larisa Gray of Meeker. Siblings Ella Jo and Hudson welcomed their new sister, as do[Read More…]
Lady Cowboys recognized for season efforts
MEEKER | The season came to a close too soon, but numerous lady Cowboys were recognized for their efforts on the basketball court. The Mile High Prep Report named Julia Dinwiddie to its first team all-state and Sarah Kracht to honorable mention. They also named Dinwiddie as the player of[Read More…]
CPW closing facilities until further notice
RBC | As the State of Colorado continues taking measures to combat the spread of COVID-19, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) will close all playgrounds, campgrounds, camping and camping facilities (including yurts and cabins) at Colorado’s state parks as well as camping at State Wildlife Areas effective Thursday, March 26[Read More…]
Loose Ends: Git Along, Little Dogies
MEEKER | Each spring for a few weeks, advertisements in the newspaper suddenly appear to let everyone know an annual ritual has begun. It doesn’t happen until the ranchers are done with lambing and calving and a long procession of livestock moseys along the highway up into the high country.[Read More…]
Obituary: Robert Allen Wren
Robert Allen Wren Oct. 2, 1936 ~ March 26, 2020 Robert Allen Wren, 83, passed away on March 26, 2020, surrounded by family. Robert (Bob) was born on Oct. 2, 1936, to Harry and Ercel (Wallace) Wren in Dayton, Ohio. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mary[Read More…]
