Rangely

Rio Blanco County Days Gone By

The Meeker Herald — 120 years ago March 22, 1890 • The approaching election is becoming a live issue. So far candidates are not numerous — for mayor, L.J. Bemer and Frank Barton. For trustees: W.H. Clark, J.L. McHatton, H.C. Gilmore, C.A. Booth, John A. Watson, Lou Craig and Phil[Read More…]

March 27, 2010 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Letter: Rangely election will be mail-in ballot

I would like to take this opportunity to remind the voters of Rangely about the upcoming election for mayor and town trustees. This is a mail-in ballot so you may have already received your ballot.

March 27, 2010 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

DA makes his case against Jerry Snider Jr.

RBC I Jerry Snider Jr. walked upstairs at his father’s house in Rangely, retrieved a hatchet, returned to the living room where his father was sitting in a recliner and used the sharp instrument to kill his father with nine fatal blows to the head.

March 26, 2010 by Jeff Burkhead 1 comment

DA looking for deputy in county

RBC I The district attorney’s office is looking for a new deputy for its Rio Blanco County office. DA Martin Beeson thinks he’s found his man.

March 26, 2010 by Jeff Burkhead Comments are Disabled

Chambers name members of the week

RBC I The Meeker Chamber of Commerce Member of the Week last week was local dentist Charles Vandiver. To read the story about Charles and DeeAnna, go to www.meekerchamber.com. The Rangely Chamber of Commerce Member of the Week was Ducey’s Electric. For more information, go to www.rangelychamber.com.

March 25, 2010 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Rangely rabies clinic Saturday April 17

RANGELY I The Rangely Animal Shelter, in conjunction with the Rangely Police Department, will again sponsor its annual rabies clinic on Saturday, April 17 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (after the health fair) at the Rangely Fire Hall on East Main Street.

March 24, 2010 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Splitting wood is out of Jesper Jonsson’s hands from now on

Jesper Jonsson makes his living with his hands. So when he almost lost a finger in a log-splitting accident in January, it threatened not only his career, but his livelihood. Jesper, a chef with an international reputation, owns and operates The Bistro restaurant in Meeker with his wife, San.

March 24, 2010 by Jeff Burkhead Comments are Disabled

Rangely wrestler Ketsen Rouse received some last-minute coaching before taking the mat during last week’s home dual against Meeker’s Barone Middle School.

RJH wrestlers take third in tournament

RANGELY I They may not have the big numbers, but they can still turn in a big performance. Rangely Junior High’s wrestlers placed third out of 15 in the team scoring at a tournament Saturday at Soroco.

March 23, 2010 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

WR Snowmobile Club will ride March 28

RBC I The White River Snowmobile Club Ride has been rescheduled for March 28. Snowmobilers will depart the Lost Creek Trailhead (Ripple Creek) on County Road 8 at 10 a.m. Riders can choose to stay on the trail, or explore the backwoods. Both groups will be led by a snowmobile[Read More…]

March 22, 2010 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Letter: Rangely needs up-to-date health care

I would like to take a few minutes to relate the happenings of Dave’s accident on the morning of Feb. 19. The first thing I want to make clear is that this is not a political statement, but just a statement of fact.

March 22, 2010 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Letter: Sheriff’s office should take over grade school

In reference to the controversy over what to do with the building when the school moves, it is the perfect solution to the needs of the county. The elementary school is the same decor as the courthouse, is large enough to house the entire RBC Sheriff’s Office, and it should[Read More…]

March 21, 2010 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Rio Blanco Days Gone By

The Meeker Herald — 75 years ago March 21, 1935 • Tagert Hardware Store sponsored a John Deere picture show and lecture in the Baer building next dor to the post office. • Farm census shows Rio Blanco County unchanged since 1930.

March 21, 2010 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled