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Hello, all! Hopefully, you haven’t forgotten me. I have taken some time off since my accident last summer but I’m back to feeling great and ready to share some news with you.

February 27, 2011 by Herald Times Staff Comments are Disabled

Up and Down El Rio Blanco: “Thanks”

More than 20 years ago in Steamboat Springs, Father Tom Dentici gave my all-time favorite sermon. I don’t remember it verbatim but the bottom line was: “The ultimate prayer, is a prayer of thanks,” Father Tom said.

February 25, 2011 by Bobby Gutierrez Comments are Disabled

Letter: Crab Crack a huge success

The 2011 Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce Crab Crack was a huge success! This is because of the following volunteers and organizations as well as all of the people who purchased tickets and attended this very fun and worthwhile event.

February 21, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Letter: Mystery behind memorial revealed

It is with mixed emotions that I write this letter but I do so to make good on a promise and to solve a mystery. This is a follow-up letter to the Meeker Herald’s coverage from 1991 to 1993 of the events sparked by the mysterious appearance of the “little[Read More…]

February 21, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Letter: Readers commend Rangely Chamber

It was our privilege to attend the Crab Crack in Rangely last Saturday night. The people of Rangely are to be commended for such a great job, it was an outstanding event.

February 21, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Letter: A privilege to live in a place like Meeker

As I sit here in my motel room the same day my home, possessions and beloved pets were destroyed in a fire I realize why I live in small town America and especially Meeker.

February 21, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Letter: Overdue thank you

This note of thanks is long overdue. I am so fortunate to live in Meeker where the city keeps the snow removed at once and the big litter clean-up after the 4th of July celebration. Thank you city workers and city administration for everything you do. Doris Walters Meeker

February 16, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Up and down el Rio Blanco: Chambers continue annual traditions

For years, the Meeker and Rangely chambers of commerce have hosted annual events to gather, recognize, socialize, network, feed and entertain their members and the tradition continues in Meeker tonight and in Rangely Saturday.

February 15, 2011 by Bobby Gutierrez Comments are Disabled

Letter: Federal spending at unprecedented level c

The Obama Administration is spending our money at unprecedented levels and it is projected to continue for years into the future. Our annual federal deficit is approaching $1.5 trillion and will probably hit $2 trillion before long. Our national debt is projected to go from $14 trillion now to $25[Read More…]

February 13, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Letter: Citizen says “thanks”

Meeker is such a great town to live in. I want to thank all the wonderful people who live here and have helped me out the last couple of months. So many people helped me with both incoming and outgoing packages before Christmas.

February 9, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Up and down el Rio Blanco: After all, it’s just a word

It’s just a word. It was supposed to be funny and in my mind, maybe add a little balance, something I strive for. But it’s not so funny when you have to explain it and that’s what I had to do the other day.

February 7, 2011 by Bobby Gutierrez Comments are Disabled

Letter writer stands by her opinion

With all due respect Mr. Hill, I believe my facts to be just that, facts. If the facts I presented are to be considered “propaganda,” then your facts are also considered “propaganda” as well. You and I are presenting two sides of this issue. My intent is to inform the[Read More…]

February 6, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled