RBC | June is full of reasons to celebrate. By now, summer has arrived in all of its glory, allowing unfettered access to our high county and abundant recreation opportunities. Schools are no longer in session, giving families some much-needed time to reconnect and spend quality time together. While these[Read More…]
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Free workshops for ag producers offered by CSU Extension
RBC | CSU Extension is offering two upcoming free workshops aimed at supporting agricultural producers with financial, mental health, and resource planning. On June 28, a Drought Mitigation Workshop will be held at the Weld County Southwest Service Center in Longmont. Topics will include financial decision-making, pasture and grasshopper management,[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – June 19th, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago From all directions comes word that crowds from the four points of the compass will be in Meeker on the Fourth. The telephone will be in operation for the Fourth of July. George Hald, the manager of the Hugus company at Rifle, has the[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: JUNE 1-7, 2025
ARRESTS 6/1/2025-Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 27 year-old male on several warrants. He was taken to jail and remains in custody. 6/1/2025- A 71 year-old female was arrested on a warrant for Failure to Appear. She was booked and posted bond at the Sheriff’s Office. CALL SUMMARIES 6/1/2025[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – June 12th, 2025
Who is ALICE? MEEKER | Join United Way of the Yampa Valley members TODAY (June 12) from 2-4 p.m. at Kilowatt Korner (233 6th St.) to talk about ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families who represents a growing number of working individuals and families who are unable to afford[Read More…]
Top 10 in the State
Out of 12 possible Colorado and out-of-state 4-H livestock judging contests for the 2024/2025 season, Hattie Brennan (left) and Ally Black (right) have secured spots in the top 10 available slots for Colorado 4-H Livestock Judging All-State accomplishments. Hattie attended 6/12 contests ranking within the top 10 High Individuals Overall[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – June 12th, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Next Tuesday there will be a partial eclipse of the moon. Strawberries are becoming more plentiful on the market. ‘Tisn’t like eating money now, as it was a few weeks ago. Almost every day one or more outfits are passing through town, the objective[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT – Commissioners hold regular meeting in Rangely, hear from RDH on mental health services
RBC | The Rio Blanco County Commissioners held a regular meeting in Rangely on May 27. Rangely resident Wendi Gillard, attending virtually, asked if the Child Protective Team has been re-established in the county. She was told the public comment period is not a time to ask questions, and that[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: May 25-31, 2025
ARRESTS 5/25/2025- Rangely PD arrested a 22 year-old female on domestic violence charges. She was taken to jail and released on a PR bond. Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office picked up an inmate from Kimball County Detentions Center in Junction, Texas, for a domestic violence warrant out of Rangely PD.[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – June 5th, 2025
Father’s Day beef drawing, enter to win! MEEKER | Rio Blanco Cattlewomen are once again teaming up with Watt’s Ranch Market to give away $50 worth of beef for Father’s Day. Enter to win beginning Wednesday, June 4. Drawing will be held Wednesday, June 11. Enjoy delicious beef for Father’s[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – June 5th, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Clear weather has permitted the eclipse to be visible here early last Monday morning. Meeker will present more attractions on the coming Fourth than any other town on the western slope. For Meeker’s celebration, there will be a band here of twenty-two pieces, all[Read More…]
County Beat – Commissioners hold off on bid approval for Meeker Airport project at special meeting
RBC | The Rio Blanco County Commissioners held a special meeting Monday, May 19 to review three agenda items. Discussed at length was the funding for the replacement of the general aviation ramp at the Meeker Airport. A “GA Ramp” is the area where smaller, private aircraft are parked, tied[Read More…]
