When Tracy and Teresa Mack of Meeker watched the movie “Taking Chance,” it was like watching real life. Because it was. “It was really strange, but knowing the story, it was an instant cry through the whole movie,” Teresa said.
Opinion
Letter: Looking for local families of military
I am affiliated with the group www.soldiersangels.org, which sends care packages to soldiers stationed oversea. I have funds in an account that have been donated by the people in our community for just this purpose.
Letter: Theos is now a life woolgrower member
At the recently held convention of the Colorado Woolgrowers Association in Montrose, Nick Theos was accorded the honor of a lifetime membership for his service to the livestock industry, and particularly the sheep industry. Mike Harper, president, CWGA, made the announcement at the closing luncheon at the convention.
Letter: To the community work group
Editor’s note: Following is a letter from Mayor Mandi Etheridge, sent to members of a community work group, following the work session with Richard Sales about the old elementary school. The Board of Trustees for the town of Meeker recently met with Richard Sales with the Colorado Center for Community[Read More…]
Letter: Coroner candidate offers her thanks
Campaigning for public office was never at the top of my to-do list, or for that matter, ever even on it. Even though I had many positive experiences during my election campaign, I can honestly say that I am glad that portion of my life is over.
Touring France while watching the Tour de France
Jeff Madison rides his bike to work every day. But for his summer vacation, he rode in an RV, while he watched other people ride their bikes. But these weren’t your typical bicycle riders. They were the best riders in the world.
Letter: Martin’s experience didn’t need comment
I was shocked and embarrassed when I read last week’s paper informing the town and anyone who happened to pick up our local paper of Paul Martin’s job status and his family situation. This young family has been though more in the last six months than most of us would[Read More…]
4-H member says thanks to sponsors
Thank you to Grandma and Grandpa Thompson, Grandma and Grandpa Stewart and Great Grandma Fritzlan for sponsoring me and my 4-H sheep project this year.
Proud dad anticipates walking daughter down aisle
A couple of weeks ago, I received an unexpected phone call. I was on the phone at the office when I noticed my cell phone vibrating. I saw it was my oldest daughter’s boyfriend who was calling.
Letter: Bark in the Park gets a wag of the tail
A huge thank-you to the Meeker Recreation Center for keeping the dream alive with this year’s Bark In the Park. It was wonderful to see everyone having such a great time socializing and meeting new friends. Thank you for opening the pool up, too, that was priceless.
Letter: Thanks to participants in Highway 5 cleanup
I would like to take a minute to thank our oil and gas industry partners: Williams, Encana, Enterprise, XTO, Shell, Halliburton and Whiting, as well as our volunteers Mary K. Eversman and Steve Cox, Rio Blanco County and the RBC Sheriff’s Office for their dedication to the safety and well[Read More…]
Letter: Rangely Food Bank in great need of supplies
I am so glad to be back home in Rangely, sure missed the nice weather and good friends. Back working the Rangely Food Bank and we are in great need of supplies. Could use toiletries such as soap, shampoo, conditioner, laundry soap and toilet paper.
