Dear Editor: Two weeks ago approximately 64 percent of “active” registered Colorado voters received primary election ballots. Although I am “active,” I did not receive a ballot. As one of the 35 percent of Colorado voters “unaffiliated” with either major official party, all I received was a letter stating that[Read More…]
Opinion
From My Window… A countywide look at trash, concerts and Rangely tragedy
I applaud the nudge from the Town of Meeker requiring residents and landlords to pick up limbs and trash from their properties and to require thigh-high grass to be cut.
Letter to the Editor: Letter from new Jr./Sr. High principal
Dear Editor: This is an open letter to members of the Rangely community. I am honored and excited to have been selected for the position of Rangely Junior/Senior High School principal. I am currently serving as interim director of federal programs and student success in the Boulder (Colo.) Valley School[Read More…]
Guest Editorial: Facts on fracking are ignored; fear is only tool for environmentalists
RBC I Researchers in Colorado just came forward with a shocking claim: hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking,” the decades-old method of using a high-velocity mixture of water, sand and chemicals to blast through rock to release oil and gas deposits, causes birth defects. There’s just one hitch: it isn’t true.
Letter to the Editor: Buford Fish Fry was a huge success
Dear Editor: The 2014 White River Community Association’s Fish Fry this past Saturday was a tremendous success. With the help of some very dedicated folks, we were able to serve crispy fried white fish and delicious side dishes to about 250 attendees.
From My Window… Fishing Day, Fish Fry fun work, unite communities
It was a fun weekend to be working. Can’t always say that, but covering the Meeker Kids’ Fishing Day on Saturday morning and traveling upriver to attend the Buford School benefit fish fry on Saturday afternoon reminded me of what is fun about covering local events for a small publication.
Letter to the Editor: Important to support small local businesses
Dear Editor: I grew up in a small town. I think back to the values I held then and still hold now because of how I was raised and the morals that not only my parents but my community instilled in me.
From My Window… Father’s Day salute to those dads who deserve it!
Father’s Day is Sunday, and once again Dad is being honored for the role he plays at home and in society.
Letter to the Editor: Barone Middle School thanks volunteers
Dear Editor: As Barone Middle School wraps up a fantastic year, we would like to take this opportunity to thank our many volunteers who have enriched the learning experiences for our kids.
Letter to the Editor: Time for change in sheriff’s office?
Dear Editor: Is it time for a change in the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Department? Perhaps this is the question the citizens of this county should be asking themselves. My reason for bringing this up is that it wasn’t that long ago that a major drug cartel was broken up[Read More…]
Letter to the Editor: In support of Anthony Mazzola for sheriff
Dear Editor: I would like to submit the following letter of support for Anthony Mazzola for Sheriff of Rio Blanco County. I would also like to urge the voters to take the time and speak with their candidates and remove any doubt about the “myths” that surround every election.
Letter to the Editor: Supporting Anthony Mazzola for sheriff
Dear Editor: I feel it is extremely important to write a letter to the voting citizens of Rio Blanco County to let them know about the person I have had the privilege to know and work with for more than 30 years.
