The following information is a weekly review of the calls for service that were reported to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Communications Office. If you have any questions or would like an explanation of the call types listed please call 878-9600. We will not regularly post any information as to[Read More…]
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Pinnacol Assurance issues $179K to RBC employers
RBC | Pinnacol Assurance, Colorado’s leading workers’ compensation insurer, is distributing $179,000 in workers’ compensation dividend checks this month to 228 Rio Blanco County policyholders. In total, nearly 53,000 employers throughout the state—roughly 94 percent of the company’s policyholders—will receive a portion of Pinnacol’s $50 million dividend. Check amounts are calculated[Read More…]
New Moos
Calving and lambing season are in full swing on ranches throughout the county. Jen Hill Photo
Children’s Chorale in Rangely April 27
RANGELY | Since 1974 the Colorado Children’s Chorale has delighted audiences across the globe with their voices, choreography and enthusiasm. They’re coming to Rangely for a free performance Friday, April 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the high school auditorium.
Help CNCC’s flight team go to nationals
RANGELY | Show off your skills and help CNCC’s NIFA flight team get to nationals. We are calling all cooks to enter their best rib and/or chili recipe in a winner-take-all contest April 21 at Cedar Ridges Golf Course from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. No entry fee is required,[Read More…]
Rifle Gap boating season begins March 31; boaters have responsibilities
RBC | Water lovers take note—Rifle Gap State Park, one of Western Colorado’s most scenic and popular outdoor recreation areas, will open its ramps March 31. Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites everyone to come out and enjoy a variety of water-based outdoor recreation, including boating, jet skiing, sailing, water skiing and[Read More…]
Meeker parks and rec board chooses Arkansas firm for trail development
MEEKER | The full Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan (ERBM) Board of Directors met March 20 for regular business and discussion. After approving minutes and financials, the board considered bids for the Trails Development Project, a collaborative project with several local entities which will add 4.5 miles to the existing China Wall[Read More…]
MHS drama program April 5, 6
MEEKER | Meeker High School’s drama program will present the Tony Award-winning musical comedy “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” on Thursday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m. and Friday, April 6 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person and are available at Hollidays and Cuppa Joe.
Learn to cook well on a budget
MEEKER | Need help preparing healthy meals on a limited budget? Sign up for Cooking Matters, a free class held once a week for six weeks. Chefs and dieticians will answer your questions, you’ll eat in class, go home with groceries and have childcare provided. Classes held April 3-May 8[Read More…]
Register for community ed classes now
MEEKER | Spring CNCC Community Education Classes starting in April and May are open for registration, and due one week prior to class starts. Don’t miss these opportunities to learn or create something new! Food Safety Works – April 4 -Training for food service workers, get three year certification. Social[Read More…]
Warranty Deeds: January-February 2018
JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2018 SELLER: MICHAEL AND HEIDI WALKER BUYER: TORY AND JAMIE EYRE DESCRIPTION: RIVERBEND SUBDIVISION 201132 3 13247 COUNTY ROAD 8 TRANSACTION PRICE: $329,000.00 SELLER: ENRIQUE SEVILLANO AND DILLY GUTIERREZ BUYER: CORY SILVA DESCRIPTION: SANDERSON HILLS SUBDIVISION 185454 78, 79 1135 MICHAEL CIRCLE TRANSACTION PRICE: $229,000.00 SELLER: BB34 LLC BUYER:[Read More…]
Commissioners determined to resolve flooding problems below airport
RBC | Rio Blanco County Commissioners revisited an unresolved problem with flooding on the properties surrounding the Meeker Airport Monday. Since the airport update was completed, property owners below the airport have reported repeated trouble with flooding and subsequent road damage following heavy rain or runoff. “We’re flooding people out,” said[Read More…]