MEEKER | Firefighters from the Northwest Colorado Interagency Fire Management Unit continue to manage the Hunt Fire on Bureau of Land Management land about 26 miles southwest of Meeker in Rio Blanco County. Lightning ignited the fire on Thursday, September 5. It is remotely located, burning in thick brush on[Read More…]
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Thank you, garden!
Eureka! At last I have produced enough home-grown vegetables to freeze a few for the upcoming colder months. My harvest is far short of my parents who grew enough vegetables to can or freeze and last a family of six through the winter. It feels like I’ve made huge progress[Read More…]
Regional group signs agreement with Mexico
Western States and Tribal Nations (WSTN), an initiative led by sovereign tribal nations, states and counties to advocate for rural economic development and a cleaner environment through sustainable production of natural gas, today welcomed the State of Baja California’s Ministry of Economy as its newest member. The State of Baja[Read More…]
RBC WEEKLY CALL REVIEW
The following information is a weekly review of the calls for service that were reported to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Communications Office. If you have any questions or would like an explanation of the call types listed please call 878-9600. We will not regularly post any information as to[Read More…]
UPDATE: Hunt Fire—Rains slow fire growth
MEEKER | Firefighters from the Northwest Colorado Interagency Fire Management Unit continue to manage the Hunt Fire on Bureau of Land Management land about 26 miles southwest of Meeker in Rio Blanco County. Lightning ignited the fire on Thursday, Sept. 5. It is remotely located, burning in thick brush on[Read More…]
NEWS BRIEFS: Grant Dentistry paying it forward
Grant Family Dentistry would like your help in paying forward the blessings of this community. The fair pig purchased by Grant Family Dentistry will be donated to several families in need throughout the county. Please nominate families by calling or texting 970-878-5853. Nominations will remain anonymous. All that is required[Read More…]
Paige Jones bringing new skills to HT staff
Meeker I The HT is pleased to welcome Paige Jones to its staff. A 2015 Meeker High School alumnae, Jones earned her Bachelor’s Degree in communications with minors in art and English from Western State College in Gunnison this year. Her family owns Meeker Drugs. She’s glad to be back[Read More…]
Rangely junior high football defeats Meeker 30-0
The Rangely junior high football team defeated the Meeker Cowboys 30-0 in Rangely on Thursday. The game started fast as seventh-grader Gage Fielder ran the opening kick off back for a touchdown. The ensuing Cowboy drive stalled and the Panthers took over around midfield. Jaxon Torsell capped off a solid[Read More…]
NEWS BRIEFS: CNCC Fall classes
Fall classes are ready to begin very soon. Microsoft Word—Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to noon; Sept. 11 from 6-8 p.m. Review computer skills. Basic Computer—Sept. 11, 10 a.m. to noon. Increase knowledge of computer. Machine Quilting—Sept. 11 from 2:45-5:45 p.m. Start or complete unfinished projects. Smart Phone Basics Workshop—Sept.[Read More…]
Hunt Fire grows to 2,300 acres
MEEKER | In a press release issued at 10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 8 from the Northwest Colorado Fire Management Unit, firefighters continue to manage the Hunt Fire on Bureau of Land Management land about 26 miles southwest of Meeker in Rio Blanco County. The Hunt Fire continued steady growth yesterday,[Read More…]
How to train a mustang in 100 days: Paige and Nitis
“Would you like to see his favorite trick?” asks Paige Burnham as she helps her sorrel mustang Nitis bow to a visitor. The visitor, being me, is dumbfounded and all I can do is stand there with my mouth open. Just three months ago, Nitis (Native American for “Red Boy”)[Read More…]
NEWS BRIEFS: Farm Bureau Picnic
Farm Bureau picnic, meeting Sept. 15 RBC Farm Bureau Membership Appreciation picnic and annual meeting on Sunday, Sept. 15, at 12:30 p.m., Meeker Town Park Pavilion for RBCFB members and their families. Meat, buns, beans and beverages furnished. Potluck salads and desserts welcomed. Q&A with guest speaker Zack Riley, CFB[Read More…]