Perhaps it’s the devotion to their family that keeps them going. MEEKER I There may not be a better example for Valentine’s Day than Meeker natives Fran and Carolyn Sullivan. The couple will have been married for 65 years in March. They were born and raised in the area and[Read More…]
Stories
Judge calls for mistrial
RBC I After six weeks, including jury selection, testimony and five days of jury deliberation, Judge Gail Nichols declared a mistrial in the Jerry Snider Jr. murder trial. A new trial has been set to begin May 4.
Cold weather closes new school, recreation center
MEEKER I Sub-zero temperatures created several problems at the Meeker Recreation Center and the new elementary school, closing both facilities for at least two days. “Tuesday when it got real cold our heating system went off line that night and when we came in Wednesday morning, it was 32 degrees[Read More…]
Atoafa to receive scout award
MEEKER I Alema Atoafa has completed the requirements for Scouting’s highest honor, the Eagle Scout Award, which he will receive at an Eagle Scout Court of Honor to be held at 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 5, at the Meeker LDS Church at 903 3rd St. Alema is a member of[Read More…]
Letter: Rancher remembers when it was different
I read Patti Williams’ article on feral horses with interest. Having served on the Rio Blanco County Planning Commission and BLM’s Northwest Colorado Resource Advisory Board I have learned to listen to both sides before making a decision. So, it was with disappointment that I realized the author had not[Read More…]
Moeller plays role in students’ success
RANGELY I In any profession, assistants are often the key to success – the people working behind the scenes who benefit the organization. Duane Moeller has been an assistant coach and teacher for the Rangely School District for 17 years. He has been in education for 35 years altogether and[Read More…]
Snider trial wraps up with closing statements
RBC I The jury will now decide the fate of Jerry Snider Jr., who is charged with first degree murder and aggravated robbery, in the death of his father, Jerry Snider Sr. The defendant has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity.
Baby steps toward Market St. sidewalks
MEEKER I It has been said that the wheels of government move more slowly than any other. Nowhere does that seem to be more true than on the Market Street section of Colorado Highway 13.
Holding their ground: Burke pioneers
RBC I National twin day was Wednesday, Jan. 19. Our county has two men who truly epitomize the concept of family loyalty and hard work. Dean and Dale Burke live on the ranch their grandfather bought in 1886. The original 160 acres remains in the Burke name, a name frequently[Read More…]
George named CNCC president
“This school is so important to the communities and students it serves, it’s something special.” RBC I Before being named president of Colorado Northwestern Community College Jan. 18, Russell George was introduced to faculty, students and members of the Rangely and Craig communities by Dr. Nancy McCallin, president of the[Read More…]
Elks Park to undergo remodel
RANGELY I This spring the Western Rio Blanco Recreation Center is planning on remodeling the Elks Park in Rangely. A bond passed in 2008 put into place the remodeling of the Recreation Center, as well as a new playground at Elks Park and improvements at the Columbine Golf Course.
Kurt Douglas, a man of many talents
RANGELY I With winter sports well underway, who knows more about the operations and work involved than long-time teacher, coach and athletic director Kurt Douglas. He taught for 32 years, coached for 27 and served as the athletic director for approximately eight years.
