Special to the HT RANGELY | For over four decades, Mary Lansing has been a cornerstone of the Rangely School District, dedicating herself to students, staff, and the community. Her 44-year career is a testament to her unwavering commitment to education, growth, and making a difference in the lives of[Read More…]
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Back on Track horse training clinic brings renowned horsemen to Meeker
Special to the HT MEEKER | The Meeker Mustang Makeover is honored to welcome two legendary horsemen for the Back on Track Horse Training Clinic, scheduled for June 14–15, 2025 at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds. This two-day clinic is one of the cornerstone events of the Meeker Mustang Makeover[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: JUNE 1-7, 2025
ARRESTS 6/1/2025-Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 27 year-old male on several warrants. He was taken to jail and remains in custody. 6/1/2025- A 71 year-old female was arrested on a warrant for Failure to Appear. She was booked and posted bond at the Sheriff’s Office. CALL SUMMARIES 6/1/2025[Read More…]
Hydro plant at Kenney Reservoir undergoing additional repairs
Special to the HT RANGELY | The turbine which cost $2.5 million to repair has been installed but owing to now other needed repair and maintenance due to the hydro plant being out of commission for months, it is still not in operation. RBWCD hopes to have it running in[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: Honors and student outcomes at CNCC
RANGELY | Each June, we at the College reflect on the achievements of our students, celebrate the excitement and pageantry of commencement, and share updates on what’s next in the lives of our graduates. CNCC’s Aviation Flight Program is one of the college’s pride and joys. According to the National[Read More…]
MUSEUM MUSINGS: Letters from history No. 86
White River Agency, Colorado August 31, 1879 Sir: I think it my duty to ask you for 10,000 pounds of oats, in addition to the 20,000 pounds now arriving. We are running 6 mules to ploughs, expecting to break 50 acres this fall for sowing oats next spring, and for[Read More…]
Obituary – Karen Sue Wallace
Jan. 10, 1947 ~ May 30, 2025 Karen Sue Wallace, a cherished wife, mother, sister, friend and thinker, passed away on May 30, 2025, at the age of 78 in Meeker, Colorado. She was born on Jan. 10, 1947, in Blair, Nebraska, to Gene E. Kiefer and Delores E. Marquardt.[Read More…]
MEMORIAL NOTICE – Ruth Caldwell DeVore
April 1, 1930 ~ Dec. 11, 2025 There will be a Celebration of Life for Ruth Caldwell DeVore, mother of Bev Devore Wedding, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 21 at the Town Park Pavilion in Meeker.
RECOGNITION FOR OUTGOING HOSPITAL BOARD MEMBERS
(Left) Pioneers Medical Center would like to thank Kim Tedford for nine years of dedicated ERBHSD board service—two elected terms and one appointed. Her steadfast leadership and resilience were instrumental during times of significant challenge and transformation. (Right) Pioneers Medical Center would like to thank J.H. Sheridan for four years[Read More…]
New 748 area code coming to the 970 region for new service or add’l line
PRESS RELEASE MEEKER | With new telephone numbers in greater demand, the Colorado Public Utilities Commission approved the implementation of the new 748 area code to overlay the existing 970 region. The 970 region includes but is not limited to Aspen, Breckenridge, Durango, Estes Park, Fort Collins, Glenwood Springs, Grand[Read More…]
YOUTH ARCHERY AT BIG SKY
Two Meeker youth archers, Dawn Arnold (left) and Auri Murray (right) recently competed at the annual Big Sky Archery Challenge held in Craig, Colorado. This tournament has a reputation for big cash prize payouts attracting top archers from all over the country. Arnold shot well on day one, then improved[Read More…]
RBC 4-H judging teams travel to Montrose
MEEKER | Rio Blanco County 4-H members traveled from both ends of the county to Montrose for the Tri-River Area Livestock Judging Contest on May 10, 2025. They competed against youth from across the state, judging 12 classes of livestock, giving three sets of oral reasons, and answering two sets[Read More…]
