It’s one of the busiest times of year for local ranchers, with new life is making its way into the world at the Brennan ranch in the Piceance Basin (above) and all around Rio Blanco County. | KARI BRENNAN COURTESY PHOTO
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Winter storm has immaterial financial impact on Tri-State; S&P affirms investment grade rating, raises outlook
RBC | Tri-State commented on its operational and financial performance during last month’s widespread winter storm, and also noted an improved outlook from S&P Global Ratings. Initial analysis on the operational and financial impacts from the Feb. 13-17 winter storm, which has created financial difficulties for utility services providers in[Read More…]
Credit Union of Colorado Foundation announces $50,000 in scholarships
RBC | The application process for Credit Union of Colorado Foundation college scholarships opened March 15 for students from around the state. The foundation will provide a $5,000 annual scholarship to 10 students — for a total of $50,000 in tuition assistance for the 2021/2022 school year. “This year marks[Read More…]
Applications for wolf advisory groups available
RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife is announcing that applications for membership in the Stakeholder Advisory Group (SAG) for wolf reintroduction and management in Colorado are being accepted now through March 31, 2021. The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission is charged with restoring and managing gray wolves in Colorado no[Read More…]
Destiny and dedication: Bryce Purkey
RBC | “With my dad being a butcher and both my grandads being butchers, I guess I was destined to be a butcher,” said Bryce Purkey, reflecting on his 88 years of history in Meeker, raising his family, running the Purkey Packing plant, developing strong community bonds, and persevering through[Read More…]
LEVEL BLUE …
Changes to reporting requirements kicked Rio Blanco County into Level Blue over the weekend. More on the new restrictions at covid19.colorado.gov/covid-19-dial. Vaccinations are well underway; phase 1.B.4 opens Friday, March 19, 2021. RBC Health Vaccination Clinic Schedules
DAYS GONE BY: March 18, 2021
The Meeker Herald125 years ago Celebrations will take place this week in honors of St. Patricks’s Day. I. G. Mitchell is supervising the building of the new hotel, which is moving at a steady pace. The White River Stock Growers’ association will meet on April 14 at 2 o’clock. The[Read More…]
CNCC staff members receive CCCS Commitment to Excellence awards
RBC | Colorado Northwestern Community College staff Jessica Wollman, Angie Kenney, TIffany Douglas and Dwaine Chesser were among 56 employees from 13 colleges and system offices to be 2021 Colorado Community College System Commitment to Excellence award honorees. “CCCS’s Commitment to Excellence Awards provides an opportunity to say “thank you”[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT: March 16, 2021
RBC | In work sessions Tuesday, the Board of County Commissioners heard from several Rangely residents who have drafted three resolutions, two for the Town of Rangely and one for the county. They asked the board to consider adopting the county resolution, which they believe would “make a statement” about[Read More…]
News Briefs: March 18, 2021
Celebrate Agriculture” BBQ Mar. 20 MEEKER | The Meeker Lions Club will be hosting a “Celebrate Agriculture” barbecue on March 20 from 4-7 p.m. at the courthouse pavilion in Meeker. Stop by and have a free hot dog or hamburger with chips and a drink to help us show our[Read More…]
New Instream Flow Water Rights Proposed
Notice of 49 new instream flow (ISF) recommendations across the State of Colorado has been provided by the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB). Twelve of these recommended ISF water rights are located in the White River drainage. The notice identifies the streams to be considered for ISF appropriations in 2022.[Read More…]
Sisters Hendrickson, VanWinkle receive Denver Business Journal Trailblazer Awards
RBC | Callie Hendrickson, executive director of the White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts, and her sister, Janie VanWinkle, co-owner of the VanWinkle Ranch and head of the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association, are the recipients of the Denver Business Journal’s (DBJ) Trailblazer Award this year. The award is part of[Read More…]
