MEEKER I Imagine if everyone’s story began, “I came here with nothing,” continued with striving, “I had a goal to give my kids a start,” and finally the realization of, “I made it.” It describes the American dream and sums up Wayne Moody’s hard-working life.
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CNCC ropes course completed
RANGELY I The finished attraction sits on top of Kennedy Drive waiting for activity.
Snider sentenced to life without parole
RANGELY I After more than two years, two trials and two convictions, 31-year-old Jerry Snider Jr. was sentenced to serve the rest of his life in prison without the chance of parole for the murder of his father, Jerry Snider Sr. In addition, as a habitual offender, the court sentenced[Read More…]
Thank you to all veterans, families
RBC I In our small community we are very fortunate to enjoy all the freedoms our veterans have fought and continue to fight for. It is imperative in this time to appreciate the service men and women that sacrifice so much for us. In our county combined with Routt and[Read More…]
Flash mob …
A flash-mob, led by Waldo (dance instructor Kari Jo Stevens) broke out on the courthouse lawn during the annual ERBM Recreation and Park District’s Pumpkin Eats ‘N Treats.
Oil shale technology has come a long way
RBC I Progress has been made in oil shale research and development in the United States during the past year. Similar advances have been made outside U.S. borders.
Rangely Elks Annual Charity Ball Nov. 5
Don’t miss the annual Rangely Elks Annual Charity Ball on Nov. 5! Join us for Happy Hour and Hors d’oeuvres from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The live auction will be held from 7-8:30 p.m. Live music from Roundabout 8 p.m.
Nettie Faye’s a real treat
MEEKER I Nettie Faye Modlin sees as many adults as she does children on Oct. 31. Her homemade Halloween treats have been a community favorite for 57 years. Her donuts, popcorn balls and apple cider are so well-known parents have passed down their love for her table of treats to[Read More…]
RBC votes in record numbers
RBC I Both school districts in Rio Blanco County have new board members after the Nov. 1, 2011 coordinated election, which had a record voter turnout in the east end of the county
Modest Hero: Ernie Garcia
MEEKER I Modesty is a common thread among World War II veterans, soldiers who fought for our country nearly 70 years ago and won a war that had such a vital impact on America and the world.
Hunting Africa…
Suzan and Nathan Pelloni along with Chris Calver just returned from a 10 day plains game hunt in South Africa. All three hunters bagged warthogs, pictured here. courtesy photo
CNCC Rangely adds challenge course to campus
RANGELY I The Rangely campus of Colorado Northwestern Community College has just begun construction of a ropes course across the street from the CNCC softball field. Contractors began the implementation of what looks like several large telephone poles on the site.
