RANGELY | In the heart of Rangely, Colorado, a small town rich in history and community spirit, the Nielsen family has become a cornerstone of local business. Bart and Sarah Nielsen, owners of the Conoco service station on Main Street, exemplify the commitment and dedication that small-town businesses bring to[Read More…]
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Septemberfest 2024
Septemberfest Grand Marshals, Dylan and Mandi Smuts. Fast, Flat & Free Participants. Rangely Jr/Sr High School’s FFA float in the “Celebrating Rangely’s Heritage” parade. Sitton Shotgun put on an awesome concert for the close out of Septemberfest. Chili Cook-Off Participants: Left to Right Beverly Hernandez, Miranda Lee (winner of Best[Read More…]
Rangely awarded $500,000 to promote economic diversification
RANGELY | Gov. Jared Polis and the Office of Economic Development & International Trade (OEDIT) announced Wednesday that Rangely and the West End Economic Development Corp. (WEEDC) in Montrose County have received Coal Transition Community grants. Rangely was awarded $500,000, while WEEDC received $210,680. These grants aim to help local[Read More…]
Rangely Area Chamber Names New Executive Director
MEEKER | The Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce has a change of leadership coming its way. Emma Baker, a chamber board member and past board president, has agreed to take on the Executive Director position. Candra Robie, the current Executive Director, will transition to an Assistant Director role within the[Read More…]
ON A MISSION…
Sister Brook Filfred from the Rangely Ward received her mission call to Mexico’s Spanish-speaking mission. She started Home MTC on Aug. 19 and will report to the Mexico MTC in a few weeks.
Celebrating Cheri Smith: A beacon of positivity and dedication
RANGELY | Cheri Smith’s journey with the Rangely School District began serendipitously in 1988, sparked by a parenting class led by the high school principal. Seeking guidance for parenting a child with disabilities, Cheri and her husband, Mark, were drawn to the principal’s educational philosophy. This connection led to a[Read More…]
Another Summer Reading Program in the books… no pun intended!
The 17th annual Summer Reading Carnival at the Rangely Regional Library gave readers an opportunity to get outside for some fun and frolic, including an “octopus toss.” This year 231 readers signed up for the program. JESSE MCCANN PhotoS RANGELY | The Summer Reading Program at Rangely Regional Library has come[Read More…]
MEMORIAL BENCH FOR BOUDREAUX
A memorial bench on Hole 3 at Cedar Ridges Golf Course was installed and dedicated (made and donated by Big D’s Oil Field Services) at Cedar Ridges Golf Course in Rangely last weekend and the annual couples tournament will, from now on, be known as the Ellen Boudreaux Couples Classic,[Read More…]
Fifth annual Nick Lancaster Memorial Golf Tournament a success
RANGELY | The fifth annual Nick Lancaster Memorial Golf Tournament was held on June 1 at Cedar Ridges Golf Course. The tournament filled up fast again with a waiting list. First place winners were Terry Lancaster, Bryan Ellis, Mark Skelton and Caleb Templeton sponsored by Baker Hughes. Second place[Read More…]
Lancaster Foundation sponsors jr. high football camp
RANGELY | The Bleed Green Lancaster #17 Foundation sponsored a football camp for the Jr. High boys June 17-20. There were 20 participants that registered. The players learned basic drills and techniques to help improve their skills. There were a handful of attendees that received awards for their leadership[Read More…]
Grammy winning vocal group returns to The TANK
RANGELY | 2017, the adventurous vocal octet Roomful of Teeth came to Rangely to give what is now a legendary performance in a thunderstorm, of which Alex Ross wrote in The New Yorker, “In my experience, music has never seemed closer to nature.” On Aug. 31, Roomful of Teeth return[Read More…]
Mark Skelton: A legacy of dedication and impact in the Rangely School District
RANGELY | Mark Skelton has been an integral part of the Rangely School District since August 1984, impacting countless lives through his dedication to education and coaching. His journey with the district began with a simple letter of inquiry, leading to a career spanning four decades. The Beginning In early[Read More…]
