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Opinion
Town faces up to past, does right thing with powwow
RBC — Meeker has been receiving its share of criticism — some would say deservedly — for its unwelcoming attitude toward outsiders. But it did itself proud last weekend. Based on the number of recent letters to the editor, as well as comments I hear on the street, there must[Read More…]
Letters to the Editor: July 31, 2008
Dear Editor,
“Bubba” letter strikes chord with some, not others
RBC — In the July 10 edition of the Herald Times, we published an anonymous letter to the editor. The “Bubba” letter, as it has become known, created a bit of a stir. Some liked it, some didn’t. One thing for sure, it definitely has been a topic of conversation.
Letters to the Editor: July 24, 2008
Dear residents and property tax payers of the WRBM, The project manual for the Rangely recreation center remodel is completed and the job is out for bid. Bids are expected to be turned back in to the general contractor’s office on or before July 24 with construction to begin the[Read More…]
Shenanigans: How much is a billion?
MEEKER — I hope you’re enjoying this beautiful summer weather we’re having, and that you had an opportunity to see the beautiful wild flowers bloom between Meeker and Rifle! It looked just like a flower garden — gorgeous! The big meadows up on the Flat Tops were almost a solid[Read More…]
Small-town living has its charms … and its challenges
RBC — Being new to the area, I’ve been asked by a lot of people what I think about living in a small town. I always give the same answer: I like it. They usually seem surprised. Some who have asked are almost apologetic, as if what they meant to[Read More…]
Letters to the Editor: July 17, 2008
Looking Back: Old-time ingenuity came in handy
MEEKER — One of the western character traits that typified area settlers was ingenuity. Not only did a settler have to be persistent and resilient to survive the hard times, he or she had to come up with unique solutions for obstacles that arose daily. Reading the family histories of[Read More…]
Letters to the Editor: July 10, 2008
Dear Editor, I am a current resident at the Love’s RV Park. Reading your article today on what Jeff Madison had to say about the housing crunch here in Meeker has just confirmed to me that the county commissioners’ office doesn’t really understand the full spectrum of what this decision[Read More…]
All eyes open wide as bombs burst in air
RBC — While giving instructions prior to the start of Friday’s Meeker fireworks show, Todd Morris, who is in charge of the event, reminded the volunteers to wear goggles, along with their fireman’s jackets and helmets and, of course, ear plugs. That should have been my first clue.
Playtime in smalltown
MEEKER — Early morning walks often reveal strange sights in a small town. Long handled tool in hand, the woman was heading over to a cluster of trees shading the ditch. She seemed to be in no particular hurry. Wondering what wild growing thing she could be tending, I asked,[Read More…]
