Dear Editor: Listening to county residents about how our county government can better support and improve their lives is a primary concern of my campaign and will be a primary tenet of my public service if I am elected one of your county commissioners. Within the limits of our financial[Read More…]
Opinion
Letter: Collins for Campbell
Dear Editor: It is my pleasure to write a letter in support of Boots Campbell. I worked with Boots in our Meeker School District. In just a few words, I respected her intelligence, her multitasking ability, hard worker and a go-to person. I felt I could always trust Boots. I[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: How big is your future?
Every week doesn’t include a baby shower and a funeral service. Last Saturday I attended a baby shower for a young woman I’ve known since birth. Monday I attended the funeral of a gentleman I had the privilege of working for more than a decade ago. Both events were celebrations[Read More…]
OPED: Newspapers, knowledge bombs and shapewear
RBC | Most people have no clue how a newspaper comes together, just that it appears magically each week for their enjoyment (or ire, depending.) As the editorial designer, one of the biggest questions I get is why items get “buried” on page 10 or 11. In the office we[Read More…]
Letter: Vaughn thanks Clerk & Recorder staff
Dear Editor: I just wanted to say that no matter what happens in this election, it’s been an absolute privilege to work with these amazing ladies in the Clerk and Recorder’s office and their dedication to their work, our office and this community. The level of customer service that they[Read More…]
Letter: What if education was used as economic development?
Dear Editor: My kids would roll their eyes the moment I would say, “I have been thinking…” I would hear moans, groans, and “now what?” I can only assume its because I think outside of the box, I like to analyze, dismember concepts, things in general, and look at all[Read More…]
Guest Column: Join the voices for recovery part 3: get stressed
RBC | Have you heard about the wonderful mental health benefits of social connection, laughter, and eating well? No? Go read parts 1 and 2 of the Health Partnership’s wellness series in celebration of Recovery Month! In the third part of our Recovery Month Wellness series, we’re focusing on another foundational[Read More…]
Letter: Vaughn for clerk and recorder
Dear Editor: I am writing this letter in support of Emma Vaughn for Rio Blanco County Clerk and Recorder. I have known Emma for more than 20 years. I was Emma’s supervisor when she worked for the Division of Wildlife when she was in high school. She always showed herself[Read More…]
Letter: False rumors and lies
Dear Editor: I am now sure of where the false rumors and lies that are being spread about me are coming from. I’ve been told by several people that they came out of my office so they thought they could be true. Yes, they have been coming out of my[Read More…]
Letter: Thanks to WREA voters
Dear Editor: I’d like to extend my sincerest thanks to all those who supported me in my recent election to the WREA Board of Directors. Your trust, support and encouragement mean a lot to me. I’d also like to thank everyone who participated by voting in the election, whichever candidates[Read More…]
Letter: S’fest successful because of community
Dear Editor: This year’s Septemberfest was a huge success because of all the volunteer help and from many who put service before themselves!
Editor’s Column: How many sides are there?
I‘m not one of those wives who automatically “likes” her husband’s Facebook posts just because, but this week Pat wrote something that has stayed with me: “They may demand that you choose a side, but how can you when they only see two and you see in 3D?” If that[Read More…]