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…]
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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…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: May 18-24, 2025
ARRESTS 5/18/2025- Meeker PD arrested a 59 year-old male was arrested on a warrants for Failure to Appear and Violation of a Court Order. He was medically cleared at the hospital and taken to jail. 5/18/2025- Meeker PD arrested a 48 year-old female on a warrant for Failure to Comply.[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – May 29th, 2025
Customer service training May 29 MEEKER | Join the Meeker Chamber for a class on “Mastering Customer Engagement” on May 29, 2025, from 12-1 p.m. at the Business Center (Town Hall). Lunch will be provided. Go beyond basic customer service and turn everyday customer interactions into lasting relationships? Learn the[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: 2025 LEGISLATIVE SESSION RECAP
RBC | The 2025 legislative session has adjourned. With a major emphasis on balancing our state budget and reacting to dynamics both in Colorado and across the country, it was challenging, unique, and productive. As your Senator, I am proud of the bills I passed on your behalf. My priority[Read More…]
On research: Felix Bloch and MRI technology (Part 3)
RBC | This is the final article in a series documenting the importance of scientific research in our economy and the role of research universities in driving innovation. Those universities and their research labs are presently under threat. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) provides one example of the process of[Read More…]
Colorado is Real ID ready
PRESS RELEASE RBC | As the federal REAL ID deadline takes effect, Governor Jared Polis and the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) are proud to announce that the state is more than ready, with 96% of all driver licenses and identification cards (IDs) issued in Colorado being REAL ID-compliant[Read More…]
Wildfire Awareness Month encourages Coloradans to live wildfire ready
PRESS RELEASE RBC | Wildfire is a part of nature in Colorado, but drought, high winds and warmer temperatures are increasing wildfire risk, while at the same time, more people are moving into wildfire-prone areas. Just under half of all Coloradans live in the wildland-urban interface and are at risk[Read More…]
