There has been quite the debate amongst a lot of people regarding the new Arizona Immigration Bill 1070. With all media fervor and political rhetoric aside, what does U.S. Code Title 8, Section 1325 say?
Opinion
Letter: How much control for local governments?
Lately, many questions have been going through my head about whether our local governments have gone out of control. Are they taking too much control over our personal lives and property? Why is the town of Meeker threatening to put someone in jail for creating an inventive advertisement?
Patriot Act represents largest loss of liberty
I find that I am extremely confused by a current political movement. Perhaps you, your staff or your readers could help me to understand. I see and hear a great deal about a Tea Party. At their rally there was a sign which said, “Liberty once lost is lost forever.”[Read More…]
Letter: Tucker committee says thank you
The Coach Bob Tucker Scholarship Committee would like to express its sincere appreciation to the sponsors and all who participated in Tucker Memorial Golf Tournament.
The County Cubicle: Weed ’em and reap the benefits
Editor’s note: In an effort to keep residents informed on happenings within county government, county employees will contribute biweekly articles for “The County Cubicle.” These articles may include responses to reader questions or expression of interest. Readers are encouraged to submit questions or suggestions to County Administrator Pat Hooker at[Read More…]
Letter to the Editor: Obama’s praise for police rings false
President Obama last week made some nice remarks last week at the Police Day Memorial. Isn’t that special?
Letter to the Editor: Meeker is providing ‘Safe Route to School’
Over a year ago, several community leaders all sat together at Town Hall to discuss the idea of getting our kids safely to the new elementary school.
Loose Ends: Say what, Facebookers?
When the Herald Times first joined Facebook and offered readers a chance to editorialize
Letter to the Editor: Census data vital
In March, residents in the town of Meeker, the town of Rangely and rural Rio Blanco County received a 2010 Census form,
Letter to the Editor: Former residents say thank you to Meeker
It has been two and a half years since we moved
Opinion: ‘Afterbirth Ball’ makes a comeback thanks to Stranathan
Allan Jones remembers the days of the original Afterbirth Ball
Letter to the Editor: Clarks say thanks for supporting their son
Clem Clark lost his battle with cystic fibrosis about 3 a.m. Monday at Pioneers Medical Center in Meeker.