I’m so happy to live here in Rangely, not just because it is a great place, but because of the good people with huge hearts who answer the call to help in any way, like they did Jan. 23 at the “Mexican Dinner Benefit” for my uncle, Genaro Marquez.
Opinion
Letter: Thanks to supporters of Christmas baskets
Rangely Elks Lodge No. 1907 delivered 90 Christmas baskets to Rangely and Dinosaur households on Dec 20. The Elks members were assisted with deliveries by the Rangely Fire Department.
‘Other driver’ says Jan. 19 fatal accident is still a blur
Carla Slagle was about a mile from Meeker, having driven from Rangely the morning of Jan. 19. She was bringing her two dogs — both white schnauzers — for a grooming appointment at Arlene Estes’.
Letter: Meeker supt. explains use of school funding
I am writing to inform the public about use of school funding. Meeker voters authorized a bond issue to build the elementary school and upgrade the middle and high schools. I believe that there may be a misconception that the school district has an abundance of money available from the[Read More…]
Letter: Goal of 4-day research is improving schools
RE-4 School District’s vision is “to be the best school district in Colorado through constant growth and achievement.” In order to achieve the academic rigor in the classroom, professional learning communities must be established.
Letter: Groups say thanks for fundraiser support
The Rangely Community Education Association (co-presidents Kathy Thorsby and Madelin Morrill) with the help of the Rangely Student Council (leaders Betty Lopez and Crandal Mergelman/co-presidents Mike Dillon and JC Chumacero)
Letter: A challenge to join stockgrowers assoc.
The year 2010 is going to be the most important election of our lifetimes. Every person needs to become active to get the right people elected this year.
Letter: Local government took advantage of levy
When our property valuation by the county was received last year I wasn’t overly concerned that the value of our place was increased by 45 percent.
Letter: Small-town caring shines through again
Once again tragedy has struck this small town we call home. Seems like all we hear or pay attention to are the problems, arguments and disagreements that are the latest topics of conversation in the coffee shops and in the paper.
Letter: You get the Congress that you vote for
James Garfield, the 20th president of the United States, 1877: “Now more than ever before, the people are responsible for the character of their Congress.
Letter: Some thoughts on a four-day school week
I am writing in hopes that you will publish my thoughts on the school district’s proposal to change to a four-day week.
Letter: Angels & Outlaws owner says thanks
Thank you to the town of Meeker and its great citizens. Since October 1990, when I first saw the town of Meeker and the surrounding area, myself and my family have been blessed with many great memories and friends. From day one, I felt like I belonged here.
