RANGELY | The Rangely cross-country team sent three athletes to the CHSAA State Championship race at the Norris Penrose Event Center in Colorado Springs. Sophomore Taya Wren, Kellen Lefevre, and senior James Talbot represented Rangely on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. The boys’ race started at 1 p.m., followed by the[Read More…]
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RHS Panther volleyball hosts regional tournament
RANGELY | The Rangely Panthers volleyball team has achieved a major goal set at the start of the season: hosting a regional tournament. Their 3-1 victory over the DeBeque Dragons on Friday secured their position as the No. 10 seed, allowing them to host two other teams for a chance[Read More…]
Cowboys’ ground game, defense shine in road win over Grand Valley
MEEKER | The Meeker Cowboys dominated on the road Friday night, defeating the Grand Valley Cardinals 53-6. The game marked a season-high for the Cowboys, who have now won six consecutive games by at least 27 points. Head Coach Andy Coryell emphasized a steady approach. “We try to control the[Read More…]
COWBOY At State
Meeker’s Wyatt Rollins competed in the 2A State Cross Country Championship for the third time this year. “Wyatt has been contending with some knee issues this season,” coach Marty Casey commented, “but he persevered through the Regional competition, and earned his entry to State.” Casey continued, “Wyatt kept a positive[Read More…]
MHS volleyball finishes strong regular season at Buena Vista tournament
MEEKER | The Meeker Cowboys volleyball team wrapped up their regular season in Buena Vista this past weekend, competing in a challenging tournament. The team played four games against strong opponents, finishing with a 2-2 tournament record. Facing three Class 3A schools, the Cowboys secured wins against Salida and Class[Read More…]
Obituary – Barbara L. Ducey
May 4, 1934 ~ Oct. 28, 2024 Barbara was born in Craig, Colorado, and was happily married to Walt Ducey for 72 years and was a member of the Christian Church since 1959. She was preceded in death by parents Elvin Dutch and Winnie Estey and one brother, Bob Estey. [Read More…]
Obituary – John Martin Kapushion
May 20, 1944 ~ Oct. 29, 2024 John Martin Kapushion, 80, of Meeker, Colorado, passed away on Oct. 29, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Anne Kapushion, and his brothers, James and Robert Kapushion. He is survived by his daughter, Meredith Kapushion (John Krukoff); granddaughter,[Read More…]
Obituary – Joseph “Joe” Mills Goedert
Dec. 27, 1929 ~ Sept. 23, 2024 Joseph “Joe” Goedert took his final ride Sept. 23, 2024. He leaves behind the love of his life and wife of nearly 71 years, Frances Goedert; five children Cindy (Dick) Welle, Connie (Tom) Edwards, Wendy (Greg) Garrett, Billy (Natasha) Goedert and Terry (DeeAnn)[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: Oct 20-26, 2024
CALL SUMMARIES 10/21/2024 @ 1:06 p.m. A citizen of Meeker wanted to report a suspicious incident that occurred as follows: the party claimed someone he had contact with caused his liver enzymes to spike and also, while riding with the suspicious person, they would quickly turn their head to the[Read More…]
County Beat – Commissioners hear concerns from residents
RBC | All three Rio Blanco County Commissioners attended their regular meeting last week. During the public comment period, Rangely resident Wendy Gillard raised concerns about Commissioner Jennifer O’Hearon. Gillard highlighted that O’Hearon was escorted out of the Department of Human Services (DHS) in 2017 following a third-party investigation that[Read More…]
Blessing of the animals
St. James Episcopal Church held the annual “Blessing of the Animals” service on Saturday, Oct. 26. Parishioners brought their furry family members to the church for a prayer and treats. Pictured are Kim and Ted Tedford with their dog Shorty, and Father Scott Hollenbeck. KARA HOLLENBECK PHOTO
BIZ SPOTLIGHT: ROZZI’S
MEEKER | Since opening two years ago, Rozzi’s has been dedicated to providing a range of services that make clients feel renewed and confident. Now, with a recent expansion, the salon offers an even wider array of services designed to boost mental and physical well-being. Owner Candace Maes, who has[Read More…]
