Dear Editor: Thank you to all the people that came to my retirement party and those that stopped in the museum or on the street to wish me a good retirement. Thanks for the gifts that I have received. Thanks to the ladies who made all the goodies and drinks.[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Varner named outstanding wrestler in Fruita dual
RANGELY | Rangely’s young Panthers started their season in Fruita this past weekend in a big dual team tournament. The Panthers wrestled Fruita A, West Redlands A, Mt. Garfield and Nucla. They didn’t win any duals due to giving up so many forfeits. In head to head matches they competed very[Read More…]
Letter: Moyer announces candidacy for commissioner seat
Dear Editor: I am writing to announce my candidacy for the office of Rio Blanco Commissioner, District 1 and to ask for your support. I consider myself a strong conservative and firmly believe in limited government. I would consider it an honor to represent the citizens of Rio Blanco County,[Read More…]
2nd annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
MEEKER | It’s time for the second annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. This year’s event, with proceeds once again going to the Meeker Multiple Sclerosis Fund (administered by the Meeker Ministerial Alliance), will be held on Friday, March 16 at 7 p.m. in the Buffalo Room at Chippers, 285 Sixth St.[Read More…]
RHS boys headed to regionals Friday
RANGELY | The Rangely Panthers had a tough weekend of basketball as they started into the post season. The Panthers started off by hosting the Vail Mountain Rangers Wednesday. The game started fast, and the Panthers were able to jump to an early lead in the first quarter. The Rangely squad[Read More…]
Lady Panthers host regionals after besting lady Cowboys 52-51
RANGELY | The lady Panthers had a big week as the regular season ended and playoff time began. The Panthers hosted Hotchkiss on Wednesday and came out swinging, scoring nine points before Hotchkiss was able to get the ball across half court. That set the tempo for the rest of[Read More…]
Heritage tourism planning March 2-3
Meeker | RBC Historical Society was selected by the Colorado Tourism Office for a grant to conduct a county-wide strategic planning seminar on Friday and Saturday, March 2-3 at the Old West Heritage Culture Center, 517 Park Ave, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 5[Read More…]
Smith, Harvey named to honor rolls at U. of Wyo.
MEEKER | Meeker’s Sheridan Harvey, a freshman at the University of Wyoming, has been named to the dean’s freshman honor roll for the fall semester. The freshman honor roll includes freshmen who have earned a 3.25 or better grade-point average. To be eligible, students must have been enrolled for a[Read More…]
Open seat on Rangely Chamber board
RANGELY | The Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce has an opening on its board of directors. The chamber board meets the third Thursday of every month at noon. Application packets to serve on the board are currently available for members at the chamber office and are due by March 19.[Read More…]
RBC Woolgrowers meeting Friday, March 2
MEEKER | The Rio Blanco Woolgrowers Association annual meeting and luncheon will be held Friday, March 2 at the fairgrounds in Meeker starting at 9 a.m. A lamb lunch will be served to attendees. There will be a full agenda of informative speakers to address issues that affect the sheep[Read More…]
Rangely Racquetball returns March 9-11
Rangely | The 25th annual Rangely Racquetball Tournament will be held March 9-11 at the Rangely Recreation Center. Entry fees must be received by noon Monday, March 5. Sign up early, as participation is limited. Call tournament director Shirley Parsons, 970-675-5360, or call the rec center at 970-675-8211 for details.
Weekly Call Review: February 22, 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…]
