MEEKER | My name is Kari Brennan. I am a dental hygienist in Meeker, Colorado. Due to the recent ballot initiative concerning Rangely’s water fluoridation system in the upcoming April ballot, I would like to share some information with you so that you may make an educated vote. We just[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Cowboys end season
RBC | After a slow start to the season, the Cowboys ended their year with a 12-11 record, a bid to the regionals, and an improvement over the 2018-2019 season. “We finished strong, struggled in the beginning, but did really well at the end,” said head coach Klark Kindler. Meeker[Read More…]
Obituary: Patricia Jean Ferguson Jordan
Patricia Jean Ferguson Jordan Dec. 26, 1929 ~ Feb. 13, 2020 Patricia Jean Ferguson Jordan took her first breath in heaven on Feb. 13, 2020, at Meadowlark Homes in Grangeville, Idaho. She was 90 years young. She left family and friends who take comfort in knowing she is at peace[Read More…]
RDH announces partnership with Senior Life Solutions
RANGELY | Rangely Community Medical Health & Wellness Center (Rangely District Hospital) is pleased to announce a partnership with Senior Life Solutions. Senior Life Solutions will be located in the hospital at 225 Eagle Crest Dr. in Rangely. Senior Life Solutions is an intensive outpatient group therapy program designed to[Read More…]
START ‘EM EARLY …
Seven-month-old Tucker Rust, son of Tyler and Kehaulani Rust, went on his very first fishing expedition last weekend in the White River. Although the family lives in Rifle, they spend most weekends in Meeker on the White River, where the fishing last weekend “was great, as usual.” Courtesy Photos
9Health postpones spring health fairs, including Meeker’s
RBC | 9Health has postponed the spring 9Health Fairs amid the growing public interest in COVID-19, otherwise known as the coronavirus. The spring 9Health Fairs, hosted in late March through early May across Colorado, will be postponed to a later date in 2020. “We are moving swiftly and thoughtfully to[Read More…]
Enroll now for Search and Rescue
RBC | Take the next step in your outdoor career by becoming certified in basic search and rescue. This short course runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends from March 21 to April 12 (no class on March 28 or 29) in Rangely. The class includes practical experience[Read More…]
CNCC taking steps to prevent spread of COVID-19
RBC | To ensure the health and safety of campus communities across Colorado, the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) activated its emergency operations team focused on coordinating the system’s response with the CO Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and the guidance provided by the Governor’s Office and the[Read More…]
OPINION: More than a debate
MEEKER I Ms. Hemmerich has wrapped up her climate denial. Here is my response to her fourth guest post, published last week, and a hope for what our community might do in response.
OPINION: Rebuttal on climate change
EDITOR’S NOTE: Due to print space constraints, this piece is only available in its entirety online. RBC I Since Dr. Dorsett chose to try to discredit the sources I used rather than discuss the science, I asked if I could offer a counter to some of what he wrote, and[Read More…]
Shed hunting prohibited through Apr. 30
RBC I Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds shed hunters that the collection and possession of antlers or horns on all public lands west of I-25 is prohibited between Jan. 1 and April 30 each year. This closure, in place since 2018, is intended to protect wintering animals from unnecessary human[Read More…]
It’s o-fish-ally fishin’ season
RBC I Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds anglers the upcoming 2020-2021 fishing season is upon us. This year, fishing licenses became available and valid on Sunday, March 1.
