“When you face a crisis, you know who your true friends are.” ~ Magic Johnson As I write this on Wednesday morning, many of our friends and neighbors have either been evacuated due to the fires or are waiting to be told to evacuate. The skies are a little more[Read More…]
Opinion
GUEST COLUMN: HOPEWEST – Meeting you exactly where you are
At HopeWest, our work isn’t just about care — it’s about presence. That simple idea has shaped how we walk beside people through aging, illness, and grief for more than thirty years. When you or someone you love needs support, we take the time to understand what matters most to[Read More…]
EDITOR’S COLUMN – Becoming consistent
‘Reality control’, they called it: in Newspeak, ‘doublethink’.” ~ George Orwell, 1984 There’s a saying about consistency: “What you do every day matters more than what you do once in a while.” In July I signed up for ladies’ golf classes — a first for me — in an effort[Read More…]
LETTER TO THE EDITOR – July 31, 2025
First annual FUNdraising Games set for Aug. 8-9 Dear Editor: For more than 30 years, Wendll’s has always been about the hoopla, cheering on the locals who support us all year, while promoting our local businesses, the great communities of Meeker and Rangely, along with the beautiful White River valley[Read More…]
LOOSE ENDS: Are you going to the dinner and dance?
Are you going to the dinner and dance this year?” is the annual question usually asked by county residents at the beginning of the summer. If the answer was a resounding “yes!” then you didn’t have to answer the second question: “How long have YOU lived here?” The residency requirement[Read More…]
EDITOR’S COLUMN – It may not be your imagination… time is going faster
“Those who make the worst use of their time are the first to complain of its brevity.” ~ Jean de La Bruyère You can say “amen” or “ouch” to that quote. I’ve been chalking up the feeling that time is slipping through my fingers faster and faster to having another[Read More…]
LOOSE ENDS: ‘In the know’
Is there ever a time, when calling someone you love a gossip is OK?” I was recently asked. The friend’s inquiry came after I solicited her opinion first when I inadvertently blurted out that g-word to describe a longtime friend. I should have said she was sweet, kind, and in-the-know[Read More…]
EDITOR’S COLUMN – Nothing to see here… Oh look, a squirrel!
“Big Brother isn’t watching. He’s singing and dancing. He’s pulling rabbits out of a hat. Big Brother’s busy holding your attention every moment you’re awake. He’s making sure you’re always distracted.” ~ Chuck Palahniuk, Lullaby Distraction might seem like a modern issue, but it’s just part of being human. John[Read More…]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – July 17th, 2025
Thanks to first responders Dear Editor: I want to personally commend the Rio Blanco/Meeker 911 response for ambulances and personnel to our need and request for help Wednesday July 9, 2025 at the Rolling R Ranch in Buford. Your emergency 911 crew showed up timely and exhibited professionalism in retrieving[Read More…]
FROM V.F.W. POST 5843: From stories to solutions: How local veterans can share their experiences to inspire support
In the heart of our communities, veterans carry stories that have the power to inspire and mobilize support from those around them. These men and women, who have proudly served our country, hold experiences that can bridge divides, foster understanding, and drive meaningful action to address the challenges they face[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: YouthZone — Impact of federal funding on local programs
We’ve been getting a lot of questions about how some of the recent federal-level executive actions have impacted us at YouthZone. While these conversations are nuanced and complex, they tend to revolve around two distinct topics: the safety and security of our staff and clients, and the financial stability of[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: CNCC unveils five-year strategic plan
A year ago, the leadership of the Colorado Community College System, including members of its Board of Trustees, embarked on a statewide listening tour to hear from employees and students across its 13 community colleges. The goal? To understand the needs and expectations of those they serve and incorporate them[Read More…]