Dear Editor: The (lack of) response to request for qualifications (RFQ) for development of a Meeker Adventure Center should be a nail in the coffin. No major investor is interested in the proposal. This confirms warnings from investment experts published previously in these pages. The Adventure Center is not economically[Read More…]
Letters To The Editor
Letter: New public health nurse supports preventative care
Dear Editor: It sure was refreshing to read last week’s newspaper referencing Pioneers Medical Center’s CEO, Ken Harman’s thoughts about the role of prevention in healthcare. The most frustrating thing as a clinician is treating a patient for what should be a simple problem, but with co-morbidities making the real[Read More…]
Letter: Grateful for first responders
Dear Editor: Thank you LORD. In our humblest expression of gratitude. Thank you to Devon Smith, RBCSO and to our first responder team—Nancy Richardson, Fain Richardson and Roger Hall—God bless you for your actions and response to our call on Saturday. You are all awesome human beings and we are[Read More…]
Letter: MEF thanks donors
Dear Editor: The Meeker Education Foundation is extremely grateful for the support its Grant Award Program has received from generous donors. The program provides teacher/student grant awards for academic and enrichment opportunities. Due to an extreme need, the program is currently focused on textbooks, other curricular materials, supplies, support and[Read More…]
Letter: Resident wants rocks returned to Highland Cemetery, and he’s not the only one
Dear Editor: Prior to the removal of the large rocks around the flagpole and parking areas at Highland Cemetery there was no public comment or official approval for their removal by the Meeker Cemetery District board. After questions were raised by the public, the Meeker Cemetery District on July 6,[Read More…]
Letter: Keep an open mind, but don’t be stupid
Dear Editor: With all due respect to you, I enjoyed reading your thoughts and opinion regarding “Keeping an Open Mind.” Well written column and thought provoking. My utmost respect still goes to my “Good Old Dad” (WWII-era) and his opinion: “To keep an open mind is a good idea! But,[Read More…]
Letter: MHS alumnae grateful for PHF scholarship
Dear Editor: I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge Pioneers Healthcare Foundation Board of Trustees and all of the employees at Pioneers Medical Center for their generosity in granting me a scholarship for the upcoming school year. Since being named one of the recipients of the Employees of[Read More…]
Letter: Rangely Good Samaritan does a good deed for stranded motorist
Dear Editor: I’d like to relay a recent experience I had in Rangely. On Friday, June 16, I pulled into the convenience store on my motorcycle to buy gas. That’s when I discovered that I had lost my money clip. I’m 1,100 miles from home and I don’t have any[Read More…]
Letter: URA funds should fix blight, not support private business
Dear Editor: Last week, Meeker’s Urban Renewal Authority (URA) notified property owners that it is conducting a survey to determine whether their properties meet criteria for designation as “blighted” or “slum.” The affected properties lie generally between Main Street and the river, including the business district and Post Office block.[Read More…]
Letter: Thank you from the Baughman family
Dear Editor: Thanks to everyone who made Dianne’s memorial picnic such an incredible day. The turnout was phenomenal and will not be forgotten by me or my family. For those that were unable to attend, thank you for your prayers and well wishes but I have to tell you that[Read More…]
Letter: Gratitude from Rural School Project Team
Dear Editor: The Rural School Project team would like to thank everyone who donated baked goods or bought things at the Coal Creek School baked goods and vintage sale. The money raised will help us continue with the restoration of the school. From the reactions of people who peeked in[Read More…]
Letter: Film director thanks Rangely residents
Dear Editor: On June 7–9, I directed a short film in Rangely called “Bake Sale,” about a pastor’s daughter who sets out to help a less fortunate family than her own only to discover that learning to love your neighbor is sometimes more difficult than it seems. During this shoot,[Read More…]
