By Janet Trautwein Special to the Herald Times RBC This year’s Affordable Care Act open enrollment period started Nov. 1. Millions of Americans will soon visit HealthCare.gov or the online insurance exchange run by their state to shop for 2018 health plans. Many will be confused by what they find.[Read More…]
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Obituary: Shirley Jean (Cavaliere) Barone
Shirley Jean (Cavaliere) Barone Aug. 3, 1928~Nov. 16, 2017 Shirley Jean (Cavaliere) Barone, of Villa Grove, Salida, and Meeker, Colo., passed on Nov. 16, 2017, at the age of 89 in the White Wing Mansion Hospice Care facility in Gilbert, Ariz. Shirley Jean Barone was born on Aug. 3, 1928,[Read More…]
Letter: Meeker resident displeased by Sierra Club’s wolf plan
Dear Editor: This is an open letter to Richard Levy of the Trappers Lake Sierra Club. Mr. Levy: Rural communities in Northwest Colorado are struggling to revive their economies. Tourism is one of the possibilities. Communities such as Rangely and Meeker stand a chance of reviving their economies by promoting[Read More…]
Bringing music and joy to the residents of the Walbridge Wing
By Doc Watson Special to the Herald Times MEEKER | Johnny and Virginia Barton have had a regular Thursday evening “gig” at the Walbridge Wing for 17 years, where they play old country and western songs that our senior citizens can appreciate and enjoy. With Johnny on the guitar and[Read More…]
BLM Christmas tree permits on sale
RBC | Permits for cutting Christmas trees on Bureau of Land Management lands within suggested areas of the White River Field Office are now on sale. Permits are $10 per tree and may be purchased at the White River Field Office, 220 E. Market St., Monday through Friday between 7:45[Read More…]
Rangely Basketball …
Rangely High School senior boys leading the basketball team this season are Doug Denison, Kobe Broome, Patrick Scoggins, Brennan Noyes, Cameron Filfred and (not pictured) Austin Ficken. Matt Scoggins photo
Letter: Meals on Wheels makes a difference
Dear Editor: The holidays are times for family and togetherness, hearty meals and scrumptious treats. While it is easy to take this special time for granted, often there are senior citizens or shut-ins who spend the holidays alone and hungry because they are unable to prepare nutritious meals for themselves[Read More…]
Christmasfest festivities in Rangely
RANGELY | Dec. 7 is the annual Light Up Rangely contest. Sleigh rides and a chili and cocoa bar will be Dec. 8. The Elf Land Carnival, the Snowflake Baby contest, Breakfast with Santa, Parade of Lights and the a cappella concert take place Dec. 9. For more information and[Read More…]
OPED: Not so fast on tax act, says congressional candidate for 3rd District
By Diane Mitsch Bush Special to the Herald Times RBC | Many economists, tax analysts, nonpartisan organizations like the Joint Committee on Taxation, and former officials from both Republican and Democratic administrations agree that the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will not simplify the tax code, provide long-term tax cuts[Read More…]
The Upstairs Gallery hosts open house
MEEKER | Kick off your holidays with an open house at The Upstairs Gallery Thursday, Nov. 30 from 5-8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 1 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 2 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The featured artwork will be paintings by Pat Sheeran-Daggett , ceramics[Read More…]
Holiday trade show in Meeker Dec. 8-9
MEEKER | Holiday Meeker Market and Craft and Trade Bazaar Friday, Dec. 8 from 12-7 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hugus Building, Sixth and Main. Booths are available for exhibitors to display and share information about your businesses, crafts and trades. Holiday[Read More…]
It’s a good time to check your tax withholding
RBC | As the end of 2017 approaches, the Internal Revenue Service encourages taxpayers to consider a tax withholding checkup. Taking a closer look at the taxes being withheld now can help ensure the right amount is withheld, either for tax refund purposes or to avoid an unexpected tax bill[Read More…]
