MEEKER | As another school year begins, I have been having pedestrian thoughts. Literally, thoughts about walking. Trying to cross a busy street in both rural and urban areas these days can be a nightmare for one reason—texting while driving. While there are specific zones set aside for walkers, everyone[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Regional rep for Bennet in Rangely Aug. 20
RBC | Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet invites residents from Rio Blanco County to meet with Alyssa Logan, Bennet’s Regional Representative in Rangely Tuesday, Aug. 20 from 3-7 p.m. at Rangely Town Hall, 209 E. Main St., Rangely, Colorado. Do you need help dealing with the Department of Veterans Affairs,[Read More…]
Mine rescue team takes top honors in Craig competition
RANGELY | Blue Mountain Energy’s Deserado “Silver” mine rescue team participated in the 28th annual Coal Mine Rescue, First Aid and Bench Contest in Craig July 15-18. Nine teams from Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming gathered to compete for ranking. The teams are judged and scored by officials[Read More…]
OPED: Self-care conversation
RBC | Self-care has been a challenge for me and a number of people that I have spoken with over the years. While it’s an essential part of balancing both our physical and mental well-being, it is definitely one area that many put off or just don’t even attempt. I[Read More…]
Free admission day at Classic
MEEKER | The Meeker Classic has added an extra day of competition this year and will offer free admission to spectators. This will bring folks to town earlier, adding to local business coffers and help accommodate the ever-increasing waiting list of 300 plus entries. One hundred seventy sheepdogs will compete this[Read More…]
Letter: President signs National Service Act
Dear Editor: At long last, Congress has recognized the service of those who served honorably, but were previously not allowed to join the American Legion and show their pride of service because Congress had only recognized those who served in active times of war. President Trump signed this long awaited[Read More…]
Apply for free deer or elk hunts by Aug. 16
MEEKER | Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Louisiana Purchase Ranch are offeringbig-game hunters an opportunity to apply for a limited number of free, unguided private property elk and deer hunts this fall. Colorado Parks and Wildlife is accepting applications until the Aug. 16 deadline. The hunts are open to all[Read More…]
ERBM Surplus Auction Aug. 16
MEEKER | ERBM Recreation and Park District will be hosting a surplus property auction on Friday, Aug. 16 from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Maintenance Shop located at 101 Ute Rd, Meeker. For a list of auction items and more details, visit www.ERBMrec.com/surplusauction.
Cedar Ridges couples tourney results
RANGELY | Cedar Ridges Golf Course hosted the couples tournament last weekend in Rangely. Twenty teams participated. Results follow: Championship Flight First Gross—Taylor Walters and Ty Caron of Rifle, Colo. First Net—Ellen Boudreaux and Luke Geer of Rangely, Colo. Second Gross—Tie between Erin Stephens and Nate Greene of Vernal, Utah[Read More…]
Obituary: Theron Loyd Strickland
Theron Loyd Strickland Dec. 10, 1949 ~ July 31, 2019 Theron Loyd Strickland passed away July 31, 2019, at Littleton Adventist Hospital, Littleton, Colorado. Viewing was held Friday, Aug. 2 from 4-6 p.m. at Horan McConaty, 1091 South Colorado, Denver, Colorado. Services were held Saturday, Aug. 3 at 10 a.m.[Read More…]
Weekly Call Review: July 29-Aug. 4, 2019
The following information is a weekly review of the calls for service that were reported to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Communications Office. If you have any questions or would like an explanation of the call types listed please call 878-9600. We will not regularly post any information as to[Read More…]
Letter: Successful Rangely National Night Out
Dear Editor: The Town of Rangely would like to thank the following agencies/individuals for helping make National Night Out a huge success! We had a great turnout and really enjoyed a nice evening in the courtyard interacting with everyone in the community. Rangely Volunteer Fire Department, Rangely Hospital EMS, Colorado[Read More…]
