RBC I As we roll into the final quarter of 2014, the Rio Blanco County commissioners are busy establishing the 2015 budget. One area of importance in the 2015 budget concerns the number of employees we have serving the public. The commissioners have asked all departments to analyze staffing levels.[Read More…]
Opinion
Heritage and agri-tourism keys to Rio Blanco’s future
RBC I Have you noticed? One formerly viable and essential Meeker downtown business has failed and closed. Rumors of others struggling are rampant. Main Street is often sparsely populated with vehicles, and businesses are often nearly devoid of customers.
From My Window: Colors changing; Fall Festival a success; election ads depressing
It was a tough weekend behind us without the Broncos. Thank God for the Fall Festival on Saturday to ensure that something was going on to kill the boredom after a summer filled with what seems like a major event every weekend. But this weekend, there was no Bronco game[Read More…]
Letter to the Editor: Water conservancy district update
Dear Editor: On behalf of myself and the board members of the Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District (RBWCD) I submit this letter to the Herald Times and your readers with intent to bring deserved attention to the recent Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) meetings that took place at Colorado Northwestern[Read More…]
Letter to the Editor: Thanks to Rangely District Hospital staff
Dear Editor: My family and I would like to take this opportunity to thank Rangely District Hospital, the emergency room staff, and all employees involved with the care that I received during my recent visit to the ER.
Letter to the Editor: Both candidates for sheriff were tops; Joos will be missed
Dear Editor: In most elections, the choice between candidates is easy.
Letter to the Editor: Meeker Classic board thanks community
Dear Editor: As we button up the hatches from another year of sheepdog trials, the Meeker Classic Board of Directors would like to take this opportunity to extend our gratitude to so many in the community who make this event possible.
From My Window: Vegas fun, but glad to be home; fall colors peaking
I want to thank Jeff Burkhead, who returned to Rio Blanco County last week so my wife and I could slide away for a couple of days of badly needed vacation.
Letter to the Editor: Thanks from Rangely Outdoor Museum
Dear Editor: The Rangely Outdoor Museum’s Ice Cream Social and Homemade Ice Cream Contest, was held Sunday, Aug. 31 at 1 p.m. at the East End Park during Septemberfest weekend.
Letter to the Editor: Balanced plan for conservation needed
Dear Editor: After reading the latest news in the greater sage-grouse conservation effort, it seems high time for Colorado’s decision makers to lead on this important issue. As a state, we are facing a unique but narrowing window of opportunity to develop a proactive state conservation plan that would both[Read More…]
Letter to the Editor: Grateful to those who attended box social
Dear Editor: Thank you to all who came to the Dessert Box Social at the Buford School House.
Letter to the Editor: Thanks from Meeker Classic
Dear Editor: Dear second grade teachers, students and parents of Meeker and Parkview Elementary Schools: Thank you so much for participating in our educational field trip to the Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials.