Offering transportation options for those residents who suddenly find themselves without a vehicle for a multitude of reasons continues to be one of the most important concerns in Colorado rural communities. This issue seems come up as more and more residents find they need help getting to out-of-town appointments. Local[Read More…]
Opinion
Knowing ‘why’ empowers change for good
Begin to ask yourself, with lots of curiosity and little judgment, ‘why am I doing this?’ So much learning in that one practice. ~ Maurice Moe Mitchell There’s a lot to unpack in that little quote. Much of what we do on a daily basis is mechanical or habitual, whether[Read More…]
Newcomers at Old Timers
Tracy and I were invited to the Pioneers Dinner and Dance. Since we are newcomers to Meeker, we didn’t really feel qualified to attend. Thanks, Johnnie, we really enjoyed ourselves. Thanks to the officers, helpers and Jan, it was well attended. The food was great and servers always ready to[Read More…]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: August 25, 2022
Meaningful engagement Dear Editor: I owe a lot of my neighbors, friends and family so many deeply sincere “thank yous” for the hours they spent face-to-face educating me on water, on history, on family connections, on science, on drought, on range–even though I only used 1% at most of what[Read More…]
Stuff, stuff and more stuff
“We live in an age when unnecessary things are our only necessities.” ~ Oscar Wilde The train that carries passengers into Denver from the west travels through the backyards of several suburban neighborhoods, both high- and low-end, and provides a glimpse into aspects of American life that are usually tucked[Read More…]
Here, there and somewhere else
There was a time in Meeker when one could get daily bus service to Grand Junction. My own arrival in the White River Valley taught me not to take any transportation service for granted. The locals might have viewed this two-hour journey as a quick trip, while newcomers found this[Read More…]
Remembering ‘Slug Bug’ and ‘The Love Bug’
I lived most of my teen years with a bruised shoulder. My brother and I engaged in a game called “slug bug” on road trips. We weren’t content with the games Mom gave to pass the time. Car bingo and “I Spy” just wasn’t violent enough for my older brother,[Read More…]
Letter from county regarding Visionary Broadband
Dear Editor: On May 31, 2022, Visionary Broadband notified the Board of County Commissioners of Rio Blanco County (County), Colorado, of their intent to vacate their position as a provider on the County Broadband Network. However, Visionary is extending their billing and support for broadband customers in Rio Blanco County[Read More…]
The Baby Survival Package ~ Part Two
This is part two of THE BABY SURVIVAL KIT. Years ago, I started a tradition of giving a gift basket to expecting parents. It was for the first-born child of couples we knew well. It started out as both practical guide and a source of humor for nervous new parents.[Read More…]
Guest Column: Tear off the rearview mirror
When driving in your car, the rearview mirror lets you see what is coming up behind you. On the road, vehicles in back of you can follow too closely, hit you, or pass you. But if you try driving by looking only in the mirror you won’t get very far[Read More…]
“Set up a life you don’t need to escape from.”
It’s our birthday! This week’s edition marks the start of the 138th volume of this newspaper. Every year we reach this milestone with a sigh of relief. We made it another year, thanks mostly to all of you, our readers, advertisers and subscribers.Birthdays and anniversaries are a good time for[Read More…]
Letter: Yellowjacket Project EA
Dear Editor: This letter is to inform interested parties that the Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Yellowjacket Project, located in Rio Blanco County and on the Blanco Ranger District, is complete and I have drafted my decision. The EA and draft Decision Notice (DN)/Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for[Read More…]
