RANGELY | Last week the St. Mary’s Rural Mobile Health Vehicle made its debut appearance in Rangely, offering a variety of healthcare services to locals without the hassle of traveling to Grand Junction. Program director Josh Perrin was on hand with the vehicle, which was parked outside of Rangely’s St.[Read More…]
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Ruffner case closed
RANGELY | Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office has closed the missing person case on Rangely resident Peter Ruffner after his body was discovered in the White River on November 29th. Results from the Forensic Examination has determined the cause of death was drowning with contributors to death being methamphetamine and[Read More…]
Rangely boasts two Boettcher Scholarship semifinalists
RANGELY | This year Rangely has produced two semifinalists for the prestigious Boettcher Scholarship, seniors Kaylee Mecham and Caleb Noel. Noel and Mecham were chosen with a group of 300 semifinalists from among more than 1,400 total applicants. The scholarship provides for full tuition and fees, a living stipend and[Read More…]
Samaniego named as new director for Colorado Northwestern Community College Foundation
RANGELY | Last month the Colorado Northwestern Community College Foundation found a new director to lead the foundation, bringing in former Otero Junior College Foundation Director Sue Samaniego. In her new role Samaniego is charged with leading, directing, organizing and managing the operations of the foundation to support the college[Read More…]
Rangely’s Angel Tree serves children
RANGELY | Rangely’s Angel Tree has a long-standing tradition of helping local children during the holidays while encouraging local families to reach out and support each other. The tree is currently coordinated by Anne Urie of the Human Resource Council (HRC). The Angel Tree typically serves around 50 children, representing[Read More…]
Christmasfest Photos …
Ducey appointed to Rangely School Board
RANGELY | The Rangely School Board appointed Casey Ducey Tuesday to replace board president Leslie Nielsen following her resignation two weeks ago. Ducey was one of two applicants to the board. According to Nielsen, the board chose Ducey because he was next in line in votes received during last month’s[Read More…]
Tough Audience …
Santa had a tough crowd in Rangely last Saturday. For these two tots at Rangely’s Breakfast with Santa, the jolly old elf was a source of distress. Give it another year or two and they’ll be all smiles. For more photos from Christmasfest see PAGE 10A. WRBM Photos
Earthquake
RANGELY | The United States Geological Survey reported a 3.0 magnitude earthquake 4 km north-northeast of Rangely Tuesday. There have been 11 earthquakes in the west side of Rio Blanco County this year, the largest a 3.8 in April.
Rangely mayor resigns, council appoints Brady
RANGELY | At Rangely’s Town Council meeting Tuesday Mayor Joseph Nielsen resigned his position and the council appointed a new mayor. The council also approved the 2018 budget and funding for the Elks Club Christmas baskets. Rangely Mayor Joseph Nielsen resigned his position, effective at midnight on Tuesday. “There’s been[Read More…]
Body identified as missing Rangely man
RANGELY | The Colorado Bureau Of Investigation has positively identified the body of Peter Ruffner, a 66-year-old male resident of Rangely, Colo. Ruffner’s body was recovered from the White River near Texas Beach about four miles west of Rangely on Nov. 29, 2017. He had been missing since Friday, Sept.[Read More…]
BREAKING NEWS: Ann Brady appointed Rangely major
With the resignation of Mayor Joe Nielsen, the Rangely Town Council appointed trustee Ann Brady to the mayor’s seat. It will be the second time Brady has held the position. One trustee’s seat is now open for applications. The Rangely School Board appointed Casey Ducey to replace Board President Leslie[Read More…]
