MEEKER I After eluding its captors for a couple of hours, a young mountain lion was corralled last week at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds. “I think that one was harder than usual,” Jon Wangnild of the Colorado Division of Wildlife said of the capture of the mountain lion Oct.[Read More…]
Features
Striegel Engineering Center dedicated at CNCC Rangely
RANGELY I Blazing new trails is nothing new for the W.C. Striegel Company. The company specializes in laying pipeline in the rugged and treacherous high country of Colorado and other western states.
Orphaned mountain lion corralled
MEEKER | It took some doing, but a young mountain lion was corralled Wednesday afternoon near the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds and not far from the new Meeker Elementary School. The lion, estimated to be about six months old, was captured and taken by DOW officials to a wildlife refuge[Read More…]
Opinion: Memories of Gene Scritchfield live on two years later
It’s been almost two years since Gene Scritchfield died. His memory, however, lives on. And it always will. As someone wrote to Gene’s wife, Ann Marie, after his death, “Gene’s presence will be felt in those mountains forever.”
Shifting soils at new school site prompt questions of oversight
Meeker schools have had long history of problems caused by shifting soils Editor’s note: Residents who had problems with the site of the new elementary school shared their concerns long before the situation occurred with the gym. Because of fears about possible retribution for speaking out publicly, they requested anonymity.
Officer Cindy…
Cindy Garner is the town of Rangely’s new animal control officer. Her husband, Rich, is a Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s deputy. They lived in Granby before moving to Rangely. They have two sons.
The County Cubicle: New rules for local governments?
Editor’s note: In an effort to keep residents informed on happenings within county government, county employees will contribute biweekly articles for “The County Cubicle.” These articles may include responses to reader questions or expression of interest. Readers are encouraged to submit questions or suggestions to County Administrator Pat Hooker at[Read More…]
Stout remembered
Darryl Stout, shown here with his wife, Susan, at Niagara Falls, was the voice of Meeker Cowboy home football games for 15 seasons. Stout, who died in April, will be honored at Friday’s home game as a new sound system at Starbuck Stadium will be dedicated in his memory.
The Commish
Commissioner-elect Bolton ‘trying to get a handle on things’ MEEKER I Shawn Bolton won’t be sworn in as Rio Blanco County’s newest commissioner until January. But even when he officially takes office, he’ll still be a businessman at heart. “I’m not a politician,” Bolton said “I’m a businessman.”
Local government will feel state budget pain
RBC I Given the state’s budget woes, the trickle-down effect means local governing bodies won’t be spared taking financial hits. “It’s just pain across the board,” said Sen. Al White, R-Hayden, who represents Rio Blanco County.
Skull is closer to being identified
MEEKER I The mystery of an unidentified skull — discovered in a field more than 45 years ago — may be a step closer to being solved. After seeing a photograph of the skull published Sept. 9 in the Herald Times, along with a request from Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s[Read More…]
Rangely Rock Crawlers to host fourth annual ride, competition
RANGELY I This weekend, the trail leads to the Rangely Rock Crawling Park. The park will be the site of the fourth annual trail ride and competition at the rock crawling park.
