RBC | Fire officials were busy again today with fires that erupted from thunderstorms moving through northwest Colorado. Reports of 12 wildland fires were confirmed; nine in western Moffat County and three in Rio Blanco County.
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Lots of interest in two local political races in primary
Judging by the number of political signs posted around the county, there’s a lot of interest in the two contested local races in the Republican primary. “I’ve never seen anything like it,” said Joe Collins, who will retire his seat on the Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners in January.
Funeral Notice: Jeannette Joyce Cooper
Jeannette Joyce Cooper Visitation for Jeannette Joyce Cooper, 92, of Rangely, will be Friday from 6-9 p.m. at Rangely Funeral Home. Graveside service will be Saturday at 2 p.m. at Grandview Cemetery in Montrose.
Twin Buttes Fire at 240 acres
RANGELY | Fire managers determined the lightning-caused Twin Buttes Fire is 240 acres. Fire activity is low with smoldering in grass and brush and no growth yesterday.
Fish Buddies planning Utah trip
RANGELY I The 4-H Sport-fishing club, The Fish Buddies, started meeting in May and the members have been extremely busy since. During the May meeting, members C.J. Lucero, Anthony Martin, Landon Rowley, Caleb and Evan Urie named their club the Fish Buddies. Anthony was voted in as the club president,[Read More…]
Police Blotter: July 9-15
Law enforcement activity for July 9-15, 2010, included:
RBC Legion team winner at Rangely tournament
RANGELY I Five games. Five wins. High fives. The Rio Blanco County Legion baseball team had reason to celebrate Saturday, winning in dramatic fashion in the championship game of its three-day tournament played in Rangely.
Letter: WRBM says thanks for fireworks support
The Western Rio Blanco Metropolitan Recreation and Park District Board of Directors would like to thank Mr. Bill Laster and Mr. Billy Estes, parks superintendent, his staff, the Rangely Rural Fire Protection District and all of the volunteers who made the Fourth of July fireworks show one of the best[Read More…]
Rough Fire should be contained this week
RANGELY I Full containment of the Rough Fire, which involved 340 acres, was expected by late Monday. Fire crews successfully held fire lines during high winds associated with thunderstorms Saturday afternoon. According to Incident Commander Dale Beckerman of the Northwest Colorado Fire Management Unit, the fire made its initial run[Read More…]
Classifieds: July 15, 2010 edition
ANNOUNCEMENTS ATV, Boat and Snowmobile Owners! You can now renew your Colorado OHV registrations on line at: www.parks.state.co.us The Rio Blanco Herald Times accepts all major credit cards. You can fax your classified ad or subscription to (970)878-4016 or e-mail to: [email protected]
Co. commission, coroner positions on Aug. 10 ballot
Editor’s note: Ballots for the Aug. 10 primary election will be mailed July 19 to registered voters. There are two contested races in the mail-in election, with three Republican candidates vying for a seat on the Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners and three Republican candidates running for the position[Read More…]
Burglary reported at RDH pharmacy
RANGELY I Officers responded Tuesday to a report of a burglary at the Rangely District Hospital Pharmacy at the former Early Education Center building, 402 W. Main St.
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There will be three cannon test shots fired downtown on Friday, May 3 as a test run for the 4th of July. For more information on the cannon itself, visit https://www.theheraldtimes.com/the-sound-of-history-come-to-life/meeker/
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As the saying goes, "Small towns are the natural habitat of the drama llama."
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Feel like you're always "putting out fires" instead of doing the important things? https://www.theheraldtimes.com/editors-column-differentiating-the-urgent-from-the-important/opinion/
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A Celebration of Life will be held by the family "when the weather warms up and the work is all done this spring," according to Kay's wishes.
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Three finalists for county administrator were interviewed by the commissioners last Tuesday. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/commissioners-interview-administrator-candidates/rio-blanco-county/
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The RBC Livestock Judging team competed in Sterling. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/rbc-livestock-judging-team-earns-multiple-awards-in-sterling/rio-blanco-county/
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MHS Drama presented "Emma: A Pop Musical" for its spring performance in April, to rave reviews. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/another-stellar-performance-by-mhs-drama-program/meeker/
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The Meeker Mustang Makeover of 2024 kicks off on Saturday with pick-up day. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/from-scared-to-paired-mustang-journey-starts-saturday/rio-blanco-county/
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