RBC | The state of the White River Basin forum and Douglas Creek Conservation District annual meeting will be held Wednesday, April 4 at 5 p.m. at the CNCC Rangely campus. A complimentary supper will be served with an RSVP by Wednesday, March 28. Call 878-9838 or email [email protected].
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Fairfield grant applications due April 2
RBC | Since April 1 falls on a Sunday, the deadline for Freeman E. Fairfield semi-annual grant applications will be 5 p.m. Monday, April 2. Applications may be mailed to P.O. Box 2302, Meeker, Colo., 81641, or delivered to Diane Dunham, 438 E. Market. Mailed applications must be received, not[Read More…]
Algae tech group approves USGS research plan
RBC | The 14 agency representatives on the county’s White River algae technical sub-group met March 21 and, after considerable discussion, approved a nearly $130,000 U.S. Geological Survey research work plan for the rest of this year. The White River Conservation District (WRCD), in the person of their executive director, Callie[Read More…]
CNCC Foundation dinner March 31 RANGELY | The 14th annual Colorado Northwestern Community College Foundation fundraiser dinner will be held Saturday, March 31 at 5:30 p.m. in the Colorado Room at CNCC Rangely. Live and silent auctions, dinner, beer and wine available for purchase. Tickets are $50/person or $275/table of six. Contact Sue Samaniego at 970-675-3216 for tickets.
RANGELY | The 14th annual Colorado Northwestern Community College Foundation fundraiser dinner will be held Saturday, March 31 at 5:30 p.m. in the Colorado Room at CNCC Rangely. Live and silent auctions, dinner, beer and wine available for purchase. Tickets are $50/person or $275/table of six. Contact Sue Samaniego at[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…]
Meeker Classic a finalist for documentary
MEEKER | The Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials is one of six finalists in the “Colorado Experience” viewers’ choice contest produced by Rocky Mountain PBS. The winning topic is turned into a half-hour episode to air as part of the historical documentary series in the fall. To vote, visit http://woobox.com/cxtj4v.
Whiskey tasting fundraiser March 30
MEEKER | Help raise funds for a new EKG and ventilator equipment at Pioneers Medical Center on Friday, March 30 with a Whiskey Barrel Bash fundraiser. For $25 enjoy four whiskeys, two ciders and appetizers at the Buffalo Room at Chippers, 275 Sixth St. in Meeker. Sponsored by Pioneers Healthcare[Read More…]
Change in election legislation cuts candidate out of petition process
RBC | Gary Moyer will be inducted as the new county commissioner as of January 2019, filling Shawn Bolton’s seat. At the Republican county assembly March 17, Moyer received 47 of 53 delegate votes, earning a place on the ballot. Mike Hoke, who entered the Republican race late, received six votes.[Read More…]
Easter eggs at the White River Museum
MEEKER | Word has arrived at the White River Museum that the Easter Bunny has dropped off 27 eggs. (Not sure why he picked such an odd number.) These eggs will be hidden about the museum and we invite children of all ages to come and find them on Saturday,[Read More…]
Community Garden welcome party today
RANGELY | Don’t miss out on opportunities at the Rangely Community Garden. Lease your own plot to grow vegetables for your family, lease a plot for your child in our Children’s Garden area or just become a volunteer. These are just a few opportunities available. Come meet our new leadership,[Read More…]
Community Calendar: March 29, 2018
– Pool Easter Egg Hunt at Rangely Recreation Center March 29 at 7 p.m. (sharp!) All ages welcome. Cost: Donation to Backpack Program (individual packaged items like granola bars, mac and cheese cups, fruit snacks.) The pool will be sectioned off into age groups and plastic eggs full of surprises[Read More…]
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…]