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Letter to the Editor: Kudos for Collins deserved

Dear Editor: You have certainly given kudos to a very talented Macy Collins.

August 20, 2014 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Rangely Hurricane swimmers finish second in Cortez meet

RANGELY I The Rangely Hurricanes swim team finished its season by competing at the annual Colorado Seasonal Club State Championships in Cortez, a meet the team has won for the past six years.

August 20, 2014 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Letter to the Editor: Help Meeker schools

Dear Editor: If you would like to see the Meeker schools strong and provide the kind of education that our children deserve, please consider joining the support group “Citizens for Meeker Schools,” which was formed in order to help pass the upcoming mill levy override in November.

August 19, 2014 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Pika thriving at high elevations

RBC I The pika, one of the cutest and toughest little critters in the Rockies, appears to be thriving throughout Colorado’s high country.   While news stories have circulated recently that pikas are disappearing from the landscape, Colorado Parks and Wildlife researchers have found populations well-distributed throughout Colorado’s mountains.

August 18, 2014 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Game bird hunting seminar offered

RBC I Novice bird hunters are invited to attend Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s “Upland Game Bird Hunting 101” seminar from 6 to 9 p.m. on Aug. 28 at the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Hunter Education Building, 711 Independent Avenue in Grand Junction.  

August 18, 2014 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

What’s the county up to?

RBC I As we approach the end of third quarter of 2014, employees and elected officials of Rio Blanco County continue to accomplish many capital improvement projects, planning processes and advocate for our county and residents.

August 18, 2014 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

CPW offers ‘Elk Hunting 101’

RBC I Cooler mornings and changing weather signal that the hunting seasons are approaching quickly. Eager hunters are preparing themselves and their equipment in anticipation of one of the most exciting times of the year for sportsmen and women.

August 17, 2014 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Chamber executives…

The Montrose Chamber of Commerce hosted the second annual Western Slope Chamber Executive Meeting on July 29 at the Bridges Golf Course and Country Club. Topics discussed were ballot initiatives, oil and gas, membership, industry trends, and events and fundraisers. Top row, left to right, are chamber executives: Stephanie Kobald[Read More…]

August 17, 2014 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Supermoon aglow…

On Sunday night there was a ‘supermoon’ over Rio Blanco County. That occurs when the moon is closes to earth, and it appears larger when it rises and when it has a reddish-orange tint to it. The next supermoon and the last one of the year is scheduled in the[Read More…]

August 17, 2014 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

CDOT online job fair will continue through August

RBC I The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the Department of Labor and Employment are hosting a “virtual” job fair during August.

August 16, 2014 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

BLM delays wild horse roundup

RBC I The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has agreed to delay the proposed roundup of more than 800 wild horses in Wyoming to allow the court time to rule on a motion for a temporary restraining order and/or preliminary injunction filed late Friday by several environmental groups.

August 16, 2014 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Rangely school supply lists

PRESCHOOL 2 pkgs. colored construction paper, 3-4 pkgs. of purple glue sticks , 2 pkgs. of magic markers-washable, 1pkg. of assorted pipe cleaners, 2 boxes of 5-6 oz. wax coated cups, 2pkgs. of watercolors (Prang or Crayola), 1 pkg. of art supplies (confetti, pompoms, etc.), 1 box quart or gallon[Read More…]

August 15, 2014 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled