Rangely

Family still seeks answers in death of Rangely man

RANGELY I It has been eight months since Jerry Snider Sr. was killed in his home here and his oldest son was arrested on first-degree murder charges. And while the homicide case involving Jerry Snider Jr. is on track for trial — likely to start this summer — the family[Read More…]

Principal has seen short week up close

RANGELY I While the Rangely School District continues to study switching to a four-day school week, Rob Winn has already done his homework. Winn, the principal at Rangely Junior/Senior High, had firsthand experience with a four-day school week while teaching at Hayden.

Panthers’ year ends in Meeker loss

RANGELY I The luck of the draw didn’t prove very lucky. Based on how they finished in the league, the Panthers drew county rival and top-ranked Meeker in the first round of districts Saturday. It was the third meeting this season between the two Rio Blanco County teams. And the[Read More…]

Obituary: Ester Miner

DINOSAUR | Ester Miner, 70, a resident of Dinosaur, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, went to be with Jesus on Feb. 16, 2010. She was born in Pine Creek on March 8, 1939, to George and Grace Terry. She moved to Salida, where she was later was graduated[Read More…]

Lady Panthers host Hayden Friday

RANGELY I On to the next round. And on to a rematch against Hayden. But this time it will be different — the game will be on the Lady Panthers’ home court. “I’m excited we’re hosting districts,” Rangely coach Jimmie Mergelman said. “We always seem to play a little bit[Read More…]

EnCana Oil & Gas offering scholarship

RBC I EnCana Oil & Gas is in search of high school seniors who exhibit a solid academic record, embody community involvement and leadership, and plan to pursue a post-secondary education related to the oil and gas industry.