MEEKER I This is the time of year that invites people outside to work in their yards and enjoy the outdoors. Lucy Jane Howey was at work in her large, well-kept lawn when she shared the incredible story of her family’s pioneer heritage.
Stories
Doll wins state title
— 12 state medals return to Rio Blanco County — RBC I Meeker High School junior Kathryn Doll became the first lady Cowboy to win an individual state track title in the current century.
After Birth Ball a success for FFA chapter, chamber
MEEKER I The Meeker Chamber of Commerce and the newly founded Friends of the FFA joined together to provide a fun-filled evening for the community on May 21.
Hames retires from Rangely School District
Her last week of school, for the 33rd time RANGELY I This is the 33rd last week of school for Parkview Elementary’s secretary, Betty Hames. The longtime Rangely School District employee will retire after a remarkable 33 years of service. “I feel lucky to have found a job that never[Read More…]
Landowners team up with CDOW for youth turkey hunt
Participating in the Youth Turkey Hunt were (back) CDOW officer Terry Wygant, Jeff McGuire, CDOW officer Jon Wangnild, CDOW officer Mike Swaro, Brad Bauer and Joe Newman. (Front) Caitlyn Shepherd, Brennan Jensen, Kyle Wangnild, Eli Newman. Courtesy Photo For three Colorado youngsters, spending chilly, late April weekends enjoying a free[Read More…]
Four Panthers to state
The 2011 Panther track season has come to the end for all but four athletes. Rangely will be sending two seniors, one sophomore and one freshman to the state track meet this weekend in Denver.
Perfect Attendance
Class valedictorian, 4.0 grade point average, student council president as a senior, class president for freshman, sophomore and junior years, National Honor Society officer, local and district FFA officer, lettered in six sports during senior year, 4-H council president, works two part-time jobs and selected Ms. RHS by the teaching[Read More…]
New owners for RBC funeral homes
The funeral homes in Rio Blanco County have new owners. Mitchell (Mitch) and Ty Ann Blackburn have purchased Rio Blanco County Funeral Homes from Joseph and Teresa Swiger.
Like a good neighbor…”down on the creek”
There’s probably no greater compliment than to be called a good neighbor in that 42-mile community of friends “down on the creek,” Piceance Creek, that is.
Wild horse program celebrates 25 years
Come celebrate the Wild Horse Inmate Program’s 25th anniversary with the Bureau of Land Management during a two-day event and adoption with performances by the Westernaires, a horse parade of former adopters and a live training demonstration.
Love of a Lifetime: Charles & Muriel Devereaux
Charles and Muriel Devereaux have lived in the Meeker area for the majority of their lives and share a tangible love still evident after more than 50 years. Their eyes light up when they talk about each other.
One family’s hard work benefits the whole town
Rangely has witnessed the ups and downs of the energy industry over the years. Since 1947, through these highs and lows, the Humes have done their part to maintain small-town business and offer services in and around their community.
