RBC | Everyone experienced the Elk and Lee fires from their own perspective. For some it meant the inconvenience and discomfort of having to evacuate, for others it brought damage and destruction to property and livelihood. The impacts continue to ripple through the community, and will likely be felt for[Read More…]
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A Legacy with Altitude: David Cole
MEEKER | David Cole stood tall and proud as he was inducted into the Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) Hall of Fame Saturday, Sept. 27, surrounded by friends, family and colleagues. David made history as one of CNCC’s six inaugural inductees, receiving recognition for his contributions to the CNCC flight[Read More…]
Six individuals inducted into CNCC’s 2025 Hall of Fame
The recipients of the 2025 CNCC Hall of Fame honors included (L-R) Paul Conrad (his posthumous award was received by his son, Rusty, pictured); Joyce Key, Diana Sizemore, David Cole, Tiffany Douglas and Sarah Ward. RANGELY | Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) recently hosted its 2025 Hall of Fame Induction[Read More…]
Cole to be inducted into CNCC Hall of Fame Saturday
Special to the HT MEEKER | Meeker’s David Cole is one of six inductees to the Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) Hall of Fame this year. The induction ceremony will be held Saturday, Sept. 27 at 4 p.m. on the Johnson Building Lawn at the Rangely CNCC Campus. The other[Read More…]
Years of dedication pay off in Mergelman’s final 4-H fair
RANGELY | From the barn at age 2 to the show ring this year, Ryann Mergelman’s 4-H journey ended with a double victory. She capped her career at the Rio Blanco County Fair by winning Grand Champion hog and Reserve Grand Champion lamb. Mergelman has shown livestock since she was[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: CNCC September update
RANGELY | CNCC Fall classes are in full swing, and students welcome and success activities areunderway. Our fall enrollment is up compared to this time last year, and our incoming students are excited to begin both their academic journey and out-of-class experiences.The first home soccer game took place on Aug.[Read More…]
Rangely volleyball shows promise in Hill’s debut
RANGELY | The Panthers volleyball team opened the 2025 season on a high note, hosting a tournament at Rangely High School under the direction of new head coach Angie Hill. Rangely started the weekend Friday against Hayden, earning a straight-set sweep. The Panthers won 25-20 and 25-22, their fourth consecutive[Read More…]
Boys golf returns to Rangely High School for first time since 2018
RANGELY | For the first time in seven years, boys high school golf is back on the course at Rangely High School. Leading the revival is head coach Clark Edwards, a 2008 Rangely graduate who has called the town home nearly his entire life—except for a few years in Arizona,[Read More…]
Hydro plant at Kenney Reservoir still under repair
RANGELY | The main topic of the most recent Rio Blanco Water Conservancy meeting was news that despite the recent $2.5 Million repair, the Hydro power unit is not in operation yet. Originally, the hydraulics seized due to solids in the oil, all the oil has been flushed and replaced[Read More…]
Rangely takes first strides under Hill at Meeker scrimmage
RANGELY | Before the first whistle of the regular season, the Rangely Panthers hit the court in Meeker for a two-day preseason camp—leaving with more than just court time, but a clearer picture of the team’s potential. The Panthers competed in a scrimmage tournament this past weekend, facing off against[Read More…]
ALIRE HORSE WINS WYOMING RACE
Jess No Secrets, a 6-year-old quarter horse bred and owned by Rangely’s Ross Alire won the Q-Racing Video Wyoming Distance Challenge Stakes at Wyoming Downs on July 12. The win adds $18,445 to the gelding’s lifetime bankroll of $86,496. Jess No Secrets is trained by Rick Scudder and ridden by[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: CNCC unveils five-year strategic plan
A year ago, the leadership of the Colorado Community College System, including members of its Board of Trustees, embarked on a statewide listening tour to hear from employees and students across its 13 community colleges. The goal? To understand the needs and expectations of those they serve and incorporate them[Read More…]
