Dear Editor: It sure was refreshing to read last week’s newspaper referencing Pioneers Medical Center’s CEO, Ken Harman’s thoughts about the role of prevention in healthcare. The most frustrating thing as a clinician is treating a patient for what should be a simple problem, but with co-morbidities making the real[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Colorado River Valley Little League team wins one, loses one at state
By John Hanson Special to the Herald Times RBC | Sometimes we get swept up in an event that helps build part of our character without us realizing it until much later in life. Sometimes much, much, later. So, perhaps, will be the journey that 13 boys with a love[Read More…]
Edinger continues recovery following traumatic accident
EDITOR’S NOTE: Savannah Edinger, 22, lives in Grand Junction now but grew up in Meeker and works at Buffalo Horn Ranch. She suffered severe burns and a broken foot, and the loss of two of her beloved horses, in a tragic fire on I-70 earlier this month that destroyed her[Read More…]
Letter: Grateful for first responders
Dear Editor: Thank you LORD. In our humblest expression of gratitude. Thank you to Devon Smith, RBCSO and to our first responder team—Nancy Richardson, Fain Richardson and Roger Hall—God bless you for your actions and response to our call on Saturday. You are all awesome human beings and we are[Read More…]
Wagon Wheel OHV club meets Aug. 2
MEEKER | The Wagon Wheel OHV Club will meet Wednesday, Aug. 2 at 7 p.m. at Kilowatt Korner at Sixth and Market streets. All OHV riders are invited. Plan to attend and support motorized recreation.
Letter: MEF thanks donors
Dear Editor: The Meeker Education Foundation is extremely grateful for the support its Grant Award Program has received from generous donors. The program provides teacher/student grant awards for academic and enrichment opportunities. Due to an extreme need, the program is currently focused on textbooks, other curricular materials, supplies, support and[Read More…]
Fire safety
RBC | Wildfire season is here. The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) is sharing key steps to staying safe during this dangerous season. Follow these tips to reduce your risk from wildfire. – Make a plan. Find the best two evacuation routes from your home and from your community. Know how[Read More…]
Rally America drivers pleased by Rangely course, community
By Pat Turner [email protected] RANGELY | Rally America, “the premier rally championship in the United States,” was in Rangely July 20-22 According to their website, “The eight-event Rally America National Championship stops at venues across the country, from Portland, Ore., to Newry, Maine. Rally America competitors can reach speeds of[Read More…]
July 4 parade winners
MEEKER | Best of Show: Jim Dunlap’s Chuck Wagon. The chuck wagon was hand crafted by Jim, who is the great-grandfather of Emily Amick, 2017 rodeo queen. The wagon took 18 months to build from wood sawed and mulled by hand. It is fully functional and is great grandpa Jim’s[Read More…]
Rangely OHV Rally registration
RANGELY | Register now for the Rangely OHV Adventure Rally Aug. 1-10. Registration is open until July 31 for $65. After July 31 registration is $75. Kids under 10 are free. Visit www.wagonwheeltrails.org to register. For more information, call the Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce at 970-675-5290.
Guest Column: Why everyone should get behind local 4-H programs
By Natalie Nicole Harris Special to the Herald Times RBC | Before you read this please know it is coming from my point of view as a past 10-year 4-H member, current 4-H -Hvolunteer and parent of a current 4-H’er. My thoughts are based off my experience and love for[Read More…]
Ribbon Cutting …
