RBC | The big (game) day is almost here! Hunters mark their calendars for the first Tuesday in August each year to take a shot at any big game hunting licenses remaining after the primary and secondary draws. Remaining licenses for 2022 are placed on the leftover list and will[Read More…]
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Free entry to all Colorado State Parks Aug. 1
RBC | In celebration of Colorado Day, and the 146th birthday of the state, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is offering free entry to all Colorado state parks on Monday, Aug. 1. Colorado Day was created by the state legislature to mark the anniversary of statehood, granted in 1876 by President[Read More…]
Online directory of behavioral health providers and services called OwnPath launches in Colorado
RBC | Online Directory of Behavioral Health Providers & Services called OwnPath Launches in Colorado The Colorado Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) launched a new care directory called OwnPath this week, providing an accessible, transparent experience for all people in Colorado seeking behavioral health care and services. Recognizing that we are[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT: July 26, 2022
RBC | In work sessions Tuesday, July 26, RBC Human Resources Director Laura Smith updated commissioners on changes surrounding employee policies and procedures to comply with legislative changes. Some of the changes involve the family leave plan and unemployment benefits, among others. Commissioners also discussed evaluation systems and employee pay[Read More…]
RBC students graduate U. Wyo
RBC | Rio Blanco County students awarded degrees by the University of Wyoming upon completion of the spring 2022 semester include Austin Ficken of Rangely, Bachelor of Science; Macy Jaye Collins of Meeker, Bachelor of Science; Paula W. Cooper, Bachelor of Arts; and Natalie E. Simonsen, Bachelor of Science in[Read More…]
ALL’S FAIR …
The 101st Rio Blanco County fair is coming up. The horse show is set for this weekend and the main event will be Aug. 1 through 6. Find details in this year’s Fair Book, available at https://rbc.us/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/1154
Days Gone By: July 28, 2022
The Meeker Herald125 years ago • Black crickets are becoming dangerously plentiful on the divide between White and Yampa rivers.• E.D. Hayden is laying the foundation of a handsome residence on Park Avenue. Mr. Hayden will build with stone in modern architectural style, and will incidentally give Meekerites and idea[Read More…]
NEWS NOTES: July 28, 2022
Farm Bureau ribbon cutting MEEKER | Come for the ribbon cutting and enjoy an ice cream social, enter to win a swag basket, and meet new Farm Bureau Agent Kris Deines and staff this Thursday, July 28 at 733 Main St. from 4-6 p.m. Plan ahead for temp bulk water[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: July 18-24, 2022
Editor’s Note: The Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office has compiled the following information for publication to keep residents apprised of law enforcement activity within Rio Blanco County. ARRESTS: 40 Yr old male sentenced to 18 months county jail on child abuse charges by Judge Norrdin 43 Yr old male sentenced to 90[Read More…]
Everyone welcome for 110th annual dinner and dance
RBC Pioneers Association shifts gears to include newcomers, younger generations RBC | According to a brief note in the June 29, 1912, Meeker Herald, the pioneers of the White River Valley had been holding a summer reunion before that year, but 1912 is the official date given for the Rio[Read More…]
ROUND UP …
From the Grand Junction Sentinel: “More than 300 wild horses have been gathered from lands in Rio Blanco County and nearly 200 of them shipped to a Utah holding facility, now that operations to reduce their numbers have ramped up with the start of a helicopter-assisted roundup Friday (pictured above.)[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT: July 20, 2022
RBC | RBC Commissioners toured the county’s west side facilities in Rangely prior to work sessions with Budget and Finance Director Janae Stanworth and IT Director Trevor Nielsen. Stanworth discussed planning and preparing for the upcoming budget season, and Neilsen updated the board on the coming departure of Visionary, one[Read More…]
