RBC | Transferring dispatch services from the Communications Center in Meeker to the Colorado State Patrol’s (CSP) regional call center in Craig won’t be as easy as simply signing a contract and pushing a button, RBC Commissioners learned Tuesday in a work session with Jeff Davis, director of CSP’s communications[Read More…]
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Data breach compromises personal info. of veterans
RBC | The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Management today announced a data breach involving the personal information of approximately 46,000 Veterans and actions taken by the department to prevent and mitigate any potential harm to those individuals. The Financial Services Center (FSC) determined one of its[Read More…]
Leaf peeping season kicks into high gear
RBC | As fall officially begins and the aspens start putting on a spectacular show, Colorado’s “leaf peeping” season also kicks into high gear. While the stunning display is worthy of the annual crowds drawn to some of the state’s most scenic trails, Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds those on[Read More…]
Range Call Royalty at Septemberfest
2021 Range Call Royalty attended the Septemberfest parade in Rangely on Labor Day. “We never get tired of the amazing community support we see around Rio Blanco County,” said Karolyn Wakefield. Pictured: Senior Royalty Princess, Olivia Olsen, 1st Princess Attendant Braydin Raley, 2nd Princess Attendant Kalee Ivy. Junior Royalty Queen[Read More…]
Body of missing Rangely woman found
RANGELY | A body discovered near County Road 23 on Wednesday has been positively identified as that of Rangely resident Laurie French, 34. According to a Facebook post from the Rangely Police Department on Sunday, Sept. 12, French was last seen on the evening of Tuesday, Sept. 5. Her body[Read More…]
MHS football returning this fall
MEEKER | The boys of fall are returning to Starbucks Stadium. The Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) voted 12-3 Wednesday evening to let schools make a choice to play football in the fall (Schedule A) or in the winter (Schedule C). Superintendent of schools Chris Selle decided early Thursday[Read More…]
2020 Meeker Mustang Makeover enjoys record success in tough year
Started by a group of Meeker citizens just one year ago, this year’s Meeker Mustang Makeover more than doubled in size from last year, adding more horses overall, and a youth division with five yearling wild horses. Each youth participant who satisfied the obstacles received an $800 scholarship check. Helping[Read More…]
Providence Recovery opening satellite clinics in RBC
PRESS RELEASE | Special to the Herald Times RBC | Do you know anyone who is struggling with opioid, stimulant, alcohol, or other Substance Use Disorder (SUD)? Chances are, even if you are not aware, you do. Aug. 31 was International Opioid Overdose Awareness Day. A day of remembrance for[Read More…]
TREE-RIFIC …
For this year’s Arbor Day celebration, ERBM staff planted six trees which arrived from Mountain View Tree Farm and Nursery last Thursday, Sept. 3: two cottonless cottonwoods (Sanderson Park), one cottonless cottonwood (Town Park), one sensation maple (Town Park), and two honey locust (Paintbrush Park). All are treated, watered and[Read More…]
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Duck, duck…
Rangely High School Student Council would like to thank the community for their support in our Duck Race fundraiser. First place winner was Susan Hinaman ($200), Melissa Key took second ($150), Teresa Gilbert’s duck took third ($100), and Kyle Wren took last place ($50).
40th annual Septemberfest
The 40th annual Septemberfest featured a Seaplane Splash-In, parade, Ice Cream Social and more.
