Audra Lane, Rangely School District’s new superintendent, shared her background, what drew her to the community and how she hopes to connect with families for the Herald this week. Tell us a little about yourself: Where did you grow up, and what would you like readers to know about you[Read More…]
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PANTHER HOMECOMING
The Panthers gave Rangely something to cheer about with a 52-20 Homecoming win over Soroco Friday night. This year’s marshals were the Mergelmanns (center back). Royalty names were not available by press time, but we will publish them as soon as we can. BOBBY GUTIERREZ PHOTO
RANGELY SENIORS
Celebrate Rangely High School’s senior fall athletes and the hard work, leadership and Panther pride they’ve shown throughout their careers: Mason Long, Davon Lucero, Hunter Fouch, Cutler Lohse, Bradley Lambros, Adalyn Popham, Courtney Casto, Taya Wren and Brooke Davis.
PITCH PERFECT
Collins Lohry pitches her idea for gluten-free goodies during Rangely’s 2026 RARE Pitch Competition Sept. 18 at the CNCC Rector Building. Sponsored by the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority and the Town of Rangely’s Rangely Development Association (RDA), the competition gave local youth and adults a chance to present their[Read More…]
Rangely residents voice opposition to data centers
Council votes 4-1 against Stage 2 of geothermal study The Rangely Town Council voted 4-1 Tuesday night not to move forward with Stage 2 of a proposed geothermal development, halting for now a project that had become increasingly tied to questions about data centers, water use, cost and public transparency.[Read More…]
CNCC CORNER – New energy, continued commitment
Fall 2026 is officially underway at Colorado Northwestern Community College, and there is wonderful energy across both campuses. We are excited to welcome our students back and begin another year of learning, growth and opportunity across Northwest Colorado. It has been a busy and productive summer at CNCC. Faculty returned[Read More…]
Updated: Rangely Town Council votes down Phase 2 of geothermal project that would have been funded by data centers
Update Tuesday, Sept. 22. Rangely’s Town Council voted not to move forward with Phase 2 of the proposed geothermal project after hearing public comment from numerous residents opposed to the proposal at its meeting Tuesday evening, Sept. 22. Resident Jeff Bollinger spoke in favor of moving forward with Phase 2,[Read More…]
Blue-green algae in Kenney Reservoir
A precautionary public health advisory was issued last week after visible cyanobacteria, commonly called blue-green algae, were identified in parts of Kenney Reservoir. As of press time this week, no cyanotoxins had been confirmed, according to the Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District. According to the Colorado Department of Public Health[Read More…]
“When in doubt, stay out”: Precautionary public health advisory issued for blue-green algae in Kenney Reservoir
A precautionary public health advisory was issued after press time this week after visible cyanobacteria, commonly called blue-green algae, were identified in parts of Kenney Reservoir. As of Wednesday, no cyanotoxins had been confirmed, according to the Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District. According to the Colorado Department of Public Health[Read More…]
RBC hosting Airport Master Plan open house Sept. 10
Special to the HT Rio Blanco County, in partnership with Garver, will host a public open house Thursday, Sept. 10, to share information about the Rangely Airport Master Plan and gather community input on the airport’s long-term development. The open house will provide an overview of the master planning process,[Read More…]
CNCC CORNER
Special to the HT RANGELY | Summer at Colorado Northwestern Community College is anything but quiet. While students enjoy a well-earned break, our faculty and staff are preparing for another successful academic year. This season provides an opportunity to celebrate outstanding people, recognize important partnerships, and share projects that will[Read More…]
Airstream club visits the TANK in Rangely
SPECIAL TO THE HT RANGELY | The Colorado Airstream Club hosts a rally at the Sheepdog Trials each fall and gathers donations for the food bank at the Methodist church. They recently had an event in Rangely with lots of publicity. This year, the Rangely event was named “The Tank[Read More…]