RBC | The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for several area burn scars, including the Red Canyon, Cabin Lake, Indian Valley and Divide Fires in Rio Blanco and Moffat Counties. The watch is in effect from noon today through noon Wednesday as storm systems roll through.[Read More…]
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RBC Weekly Call Review: Aug. 6-12, 2018
Aug. 6-12, 2018 The dispatch center processed 89 phone calls this last week, receiving three 911 calls, answered 12 calls for Meeker Police Department (MPD) and placed 17 outgoing phone calls. A total of 137 calls for service were created, 61 for the Sheriff’s Office, 74 for MPD. (Please note[Read More…]
Days Gone By: August 16, 2018
The Meeker Herald 125 years ago – Nothing official has, as yet, reached this office concerning the reported marriage of H.S. Harp, which was supposed to have taken place at Rifle on Friday last, but those who keep posted on such matters say the happy event occurred as reported. The[Read More…]
Letter: Conrado presents plan for WREA
Dear Editor: I would appreciate your vote for seat on the Board of Directors at White River Electric Association, Inc. (WREA). I know the void of expertise and knowledge left by Mr. Dunham is enormous, but it would be an honor to fill his former seat. I have always had[Read More…]
County Beat: August 16, 2018
RBC | During workshops Monday prior to the regular board of county commissioners meeting, the commissioners heard from Communications Director Cody Crooks regarding the audit of Local Access Internet, one of the two internet service providers. The county has used LAI’s Quickbooks info and traced everything back from deposits. Crooks[Read More…]
Register now for Mindful Minnies
MEEKER | Register your 4-6 year old now for this six-week course on Fridays from 8 a.m. to noon, starting Aug. 24. Children will enjoy fun and safe activities on the courthouse lawn to get their wiggles out before heading to the Mountain Charisma Studio for story time, meditation (focusing[Read More…]
#CabinLakeFire Update: August 17, 2018
Quick Facts Fire size: 5,727 acres and 29 percent contained Structures lost or damaged: 0 46 residences, 81 other structures threatened Location: 16 miles southeast of Meeker Start date July 29, 2018 Cause unknown, under investigation Total personnel: 326 Closures remain in effect for the White RIver National Forest as[Read More…]
Corrections
Last week we reported coverage of the Rangely Town Council’s special meeting regarding the position of town manager. We incorrectly reported that Town Attorney Paul Benedetti was in attendance and advised the council. The Town Attorney present was Dan Wilson. We regret the error. Last week we ran a correction[Read More…]
Community Calendar: August 16, 2018
– Inflatable Pool Party at Meeker Recreation Center Pool. 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 17. All the games and inflatables will be out for this pool party before you head back to school! Normal pool fees apply. ERBM Recreation & Park District 970-878-3403 – Weekly Wanderers Fridays from 9 to 10:30[Read More…]
Air Quality Health Advisory: Thursday, Aug. 16
Widespread smoke from several in-state and out-of-state fires is impacting large sections of western Colorado. In addition, eastern Rio Blanco county has heavy smoke from the Cabin Lake Fire. Periods of moderate to heavy smoke can be expected. As of 9 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 16, the air quality index category[Read More…]
EVIDENCE at The TANK Aug. 19
RANGELY | Sunday concert Aug. 19 at 7 p.m. Renowned sound artists and TANK artists in residence Stephan Moore and Scott Smallwood will explore the radical acoustics of The TANK with their 8-channel sound system and their library of soundscapes. With special guest vocalist Samantha LightShade. Tickets $10.
Days Gone By: August 9, 2018
The Meeker Herald 100 years ago – Ben Nichols, the pioneer town marshal, is on the job again, Joe Clinard having resigned to go into the brick business. – Those who own or run autos will do well to read Ordinance No. 117, which appears in this issue of the[Read More…]
