Sometimes, this job sucks. And so does life sometimes. In case you haven’t already guessed, I’ve gone through a rough patch lately, for reasons professional and personal. Mistakes are hard to live with, whether in life or on the job.
Opinion
Letter: Thanks for taking us to the state fair
We would like it to say thank you to Dessa Watson and Heather Franklin for taking us to the Colorado State Fair. It was very fun.
Letter: Report from the Rangely Food Bank
Since my last letter, the Rangely Food Bank has received two refrigerators from Byrne Equipment Sales of Craig and Albert Knoblock of Rangely. The Catholic Church has bought us a new upright freezer. We have received several food and toiletries donations and a cash donation of $100. Sales of peanut[Read More…]
Opinion: The movie, ‘Taking Chance,’ was like real life for couple
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.
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.