RBC – For nearly three decades, Rio Blanco County’s coroner position was filled by a medical doctor. It will be that way again.
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Bolton wins GOP commission primary
RBC – Shawn Bolton did it the hard way. Bolton was the lowest vote-getter back during the Republican County Assembly in April and had to petition his way on to the ballot, with his name appearing last among the three Republican candidates for county commissioner.
Local election results: The votes are counted, but they aren’t “official” yet
Commissioner: Shawn Bolton-583 Pat Hughes 571 Wendy Gutierrez 542 Coroner: Albert Rudolf Krueger 807 Sherri Halandras 534 Nancy Ann Richardson 367
Dawson raises money for families with children who are ill or need transplants
MEEKER I Phil Dawson’s cross-country journey combines two of his greatest passions: Horses and raising money for families of children with long-term illnesses who need or have gone through an organ transplant. “I ride for organ transplant children,” said Dawson, whose journey took him through Meeker last week. “I’m trying[Read More…]
Candidates make final election pitch
RBC I In their second question-and-answer session in a little more than a week, the three candidates for a seat on the Rio Blanco County Commission again took turns trying to distinguish themselves from the competition. It may have been their last opportunity.
Collins has seen changes upriver
MEEKER I In his 72 years, Joe Collins has seen some big changes upriver. “This used to be a community within itself, where we were all neighbors,” said Collins, who grew up on ranches his parents managed upriver.
Even at age 68, Sir Paul McCartney is still rock royalty
As I’ve gotten older, I’ve found I still like to listen to the kind of music I grew up listening to. That’s why when I found out Paul McCartney was going to appear in concert at the Pepsi Center in Denver, I knew I had to go.
County sure: No interest in old elementary school
MEEKER I While the future of the old Meeker Elementary School is unclear, one thing is certain. Rio Blanco County isn’t interested in the building. “They have moved on,” said Meeker Mayor Mandi Etheridge, following a meeting July 12 between members of the town board and county commissioners. “They want[Read More…]
Lots of interest in two local political races in primary
Judging by the number of political signs posted around the county, there’s a lot of interest in the two contested local races in the Republican primary. “I’ve never seen anything like it,” said Joe Collins, who will retire his seat on the Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners in January.
Saddle Up: Meeker’s Klenda wins international award for his saddle making
MEEKER I Bob Klenda still has the first saddle he ever made. That was nearly 50 years ago. “I made it for myself, and I’ve still got it,” said the longtime saddle maker. Since then, Klenda, 74, figures he’s made “somewhere close to 500 saddles.”
Burglary reported at RDH pharmacy
RANGELY I Officers responded Tuesday to a report of a burglary at the Rangely District Hospital Pharmacy at the former Early Education Center building, 402 W. Main St.
Owners of The Bakery receive 9Who Care Award, will serve as grand marshals in July 4 parade
Small towns have big hearts Small towns are filled with big hearts, and Meeker is no exception. One business that has epitomized that persona for many years, both in word and deed, is The Bakery. While The Bakery is known throughout Meeker as the place for the best breakfast, it[Read More…]
