Dear Editor: Over the past several years, the White River has drawn a great deal of attention and concern from folks along our valley. Landowners, residents and even seasonal visitors to the area have noticed increased development and other activities along the river, and more recently, algae blooms. The algae[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Polar Plunge returns Nov. 10
RANGELY | The annual Polar Plunge will return to Kenney Reservoir Nov. 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Get a team together and support Special Olympics. For more information please contact the Chamber of Commerce at 970-675-5290 or email [email protected]
MHS vs. Limon in state quarterfinal games this Saturday
MEEKER | A 12-7 against the Holyoke Dragons earned the Meeker High School Cowboys football team another week of practice and a trip to the quarterfinals this Saturday in Limon. “We didn’t play our best,” said head coach Shane Phelan of the game against Holyoke. “Both sides of the ball[Read More…]
RHS vs. Hoehne in state quarterfinal games this Saturday
RANGELY | Last weekend the Rangely Panthers hosted the first round of the state playoffs. The Akron Rams came to town. The Rams are a perennial power house and had a lot more playoff experience than the Panthers. Rangely came out quickly scoring on the second play of the game[Read More…]
MHS volleyball heads to state tournament, still undefeated
MEEKER | The road to state for the Meeker Cowboys was paved with a season of wins, tough matches and a group of girls ready to battle it out in Denver. “I have never had an undefeated team, and I am so glad these girls battle every night to make[Read More…]
Letter: Kelley thanks supporters, congratulates Moyer
Dear Editor: Just a quick note here to congratulate Gary Moyer on his election as the next District One RBC commissioner. I wish him the very best. In addition, I want to express my gratitude to all those who so kindly encouraged me and helped support my campaign. As I[Read More…]
Public Notices: November 8, 2018
NOTICE OF PROPOSED TOWN OF MEEKER 2019 BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING DATE: NOVEMBER 20, 2018 Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget for the Town of Meeker for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2019 has been submitted to the Town of Meeker Board of Trustees, Rio Blanco County, Colorado,[Read More…]
Classifieds: November 8, 2018
Ads for 11/8/18 **ANNOUNCEMENTS** MEEKER STREAKER MONTHLY SCHEDULE November 2018 NOTE: Please schedule out -of-town appointments before 2:00 PM and call-in advance to set up all medical appointment rides. 970-878-9368 or Cell# 970-456-7701. Chuckwagon: 970-878-5627. Activities are subject to change. Schedule subject to driver availability-thank you for your patience while[Read More…]
Guest Column: How genetics and behaviors affect our health
RBC | You might have heard me say “Health is in the genes that choose us and the jeans we choose.” I was recently asked about this comment and explanation is probably in order.
Mixed results for hunters during first, second season
RBC | Hunters in NW Colorado saw a good first rifle season, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife Area 6 Manager Bill de Vergie. “Some areas found elk and the harvest was good,” de Vergie said via email.
Veteran’s Day Assembly at BMS
MEEKER | The Barone Middle School Student Council invites all veterans, their family members and any other community members to attend this year’s annual Veterans Day assembly. The assembly will take place at Barone Middle School at 12:30 p.m. on Nov. 12. All you need to bring are your amazing[Read More…]
Weekly Call Review: Oct. 22-28, 2018
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…]
