MEEKER I “Whereas, a committee formed in Rio Blanco County to promote economic development and increase tourism by providing for the operation of off-highway vehicles in Rio Blanco County and Northwest Colorado, made a presentation to the Town Board of Trustees (Town Board) proposing the Town consider the adoption of[Read More…]
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A heart for the mountains, inside and out
MEEKER I The recent Memorial Day wreath presentation at Highland Cemetery was beautiful. From the perfectly groomed grounds to the remarkable people involved, it is a special event every year.
From Marathons to Mountains: The Ward Family does it all
When it comes to outdoor recreation, the Ward family does things all the way or not at all.
Rock crawling park has plenty to offer stock 4x4s
Visitors to Rangely’s rock crawling park are used to seeing custom-built four-by-fours navigate steep inclines flanked by unforgiving slick rock and sheer cliffs.
Hickenlooper visits RBC
Natural Soda held a groundbreaking ceremony for a $30 million expansion, which was attended by several local and state officials, including Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper.
RHS Class of 2012 …
Twenty seniors received diplomas from Rangely High School during graduation ceremonies in the gymnasium last Sunday.
A “Hart” of gold
MEEKER I She came to Meeker in 1930 on horseback, accompanied by her brother, six horses and 16 head of cattle to live on Lime Kiln. “I don’t know if I have much of a story to tell,” said Ruby Hart, 96.
OHV trails: Moving ahead
RBC I “There is a lot of momentum behind this project and it is very exciting,” Meeker Chamber of Commerce director Katelin Cook said of the Wagon Wheel Trail Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) trail system.
Tucker’s legacy continues through scholarship
For the past five years, the Bob Tucker Memorial Golf Tournament has raised funds for a scholarship given every year to a Meeker High School senior.
CNCC Class of 2011~2012
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE Josephine May Meeker, CO Brandi Miller Peyton, CO Mardi I. Oliver Craig, CO
RHS track team holds on to trophy
RANGELY I Last weekend was Rangely’s very own “Rangely Open” track meet. Even though it was a very small meet, the majority of the Panther athletes continued to excel in their times, distances, heights and lengths.
Byers family has long history in Rangely
RANGELY I “I’m thankful for two things, wrinkles don’t hurt and you don’t have to be good at golf to enjoy it,” said Gordon Byers after his retirement in Rangely.
