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Letters to the Editor: September 18, 2008
Dear Editor,
Looking Back: Cowboy credo
Every so often, you’ll find yourself in a conversation with someone who remembers the life of the working cowboy. The common theme is usually built around the strength of character, about how a man’s word was more important than his signature on a piece of paper.
Contemplating meeting with a mountain lion concerns me … I’m not lyin’ either
A couple of weeks ago, I pulled my Jeep onto Third Street in Meeker about 11:30 at night, and right in front of me was a good-sized deer, taking its sweet time crossing the road. I’ve heard it’s not unusual to see deer in town, but for a guy from[Read More…]
Letters to the Editor: September 18, 2008
Dear Editor,
Looking Back: Good old school days in Meeker
The fall start of “school days, school days, good old golden rule days” has always meant gathering school supplies for “opening day” in the fall, yet one Axial Basin family’s fall tradition differed a bit from families nowadays hurrying around to gather the required school supplies.
This year, sheepdog trials enjoy good weather while Septemberfest soaks
It didn’t rain during the Meeker Classic Sheepdog Champion-ship Trials. In fact, there was nary a cloud in the sky during most of the event. The weather was perfect. But rain sure did dampen Rangely’s Septemberfest the previous weekend. In the past, it’s often been the other way around. At[Read More…]
Letters to the Editor: September 11, 2008
Dear Editor,
Pinedale’s view on energy is helpful but where do we go from here?
It helps to get an outside perspective. That’s why last week’s visit by folks from Pinedale, Wyo., was a good thing.
Letters to the Editor: September 4, 2008
Dear Community,
Who said there’s nothing to do in Rio Blanco County?
It seems to me, there’s no shortage of community events in Rio Blanco County. Who says there’s nothing to do in a small town? OK, I’ve only been here for three months. But, during that time, there’s been plenty of activities going on. And I’ve enjoyed them all.
Loose Ends: Taking nothing for granted
MEEKER — A recent trip to the emergency room and a ride in the ambulance made me grateful for the hospital and the wonderful care provided by the Pioneers hospital staff. It also made me realize how easy it is to take local health care services for granted.
