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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Days Gone By: February 15, 2018
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – Some people are so constituted that they are disappointed when their worst suspicions fail to come true. – Oil prospecting is now a live issue in this county. – Harry Kincher, who recently returned home after spending several years on the coast,[Read More…]
Strategic planning for heritage tourism planned for March 2-3
By BOB AMICK Special to the Herald Times RBC | RBC Historical Society was selected by the Colorado Tourism Office for a CHAMP grant to conduct a countywide Craft Mentor strategic planning seminar on Friday and Saturday March 2-3 at the Old West Heritage Culture Center (OWHCC), 517 Park Ave, 9:00[Read More…]
2nd annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Meeker | It’s time for the second annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. This year’s event, with proceeds once again going to the Meeker Multiple Sclerosis Fund (administered by the Meeker Ministerial Alliance), will be held on Friday, March 16 at 7 p.m. in the Buffalo Room at Chippers, 285 Sixth[Read More…]
Mental health first aid training March 28
Rangely | Mental health first aid training will be held Wednesday, March 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the CNCC Weiss Conference Room at 500 Kennedy Dr. in Rangely. Registration is required for this free class and space is limited. Mental health first aid is an evidence-based, public[Read More…]
Obituary: James ‘Jim’ E. Norcross
James ‘Jim’ E. Norcross Jan. 7, 1929 ~ Jan. 28, 2018 James (Jim) E. Norcross, 89, of Chandler, Ariz., passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018. Jim and his wife Jeannine moved to Glenwood Springs in 1980 where he was the western slope sales representative for[Read More…]
Rangely Racquetball returns March 9-11
Rangely | The 25th annual Rangely Racquetball Tournament will be held March 9-11 at the Rangely Recreation Center. Entry fees must be received by noon Monday, March 5. Sign up early, as participation is limited. Call tournament director Shirley Parsons, 970-675-5360, or call the rec center at 970-675-8211 for details.
Celebration for Ardith Douglass Feb. 23
Meeker | There will be an afternoon tea retirement celebration for Ardith Douglass at the White River Museum at 565 Park Ave., in Meeker on Friday, Feb. 23 from 3-5 p.m.
Scholarships available for nontraditional students starting or returning to college
RBC | The Western Colorado Community Foundation (WCCF) is now accepting applications for the Lew Goodhart Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to “nontraditional students”, defined as adult students age 22 and older or a re-entry student. Enrollment in a Colorado educational facility is required and preference will be given to[Read More…]
Guest Column: Inspiration from a former patient
By Julie Drake Special to the Herald Times RBC | asked a former patient of mine to write for me this week. He exemplifies motivation, positive attitude, work ethic and drive. These are traits I admired when he was my patient and I felt all who battle serious health conditions should[Read More…]
Homegrown business working well for Meeker couple
RBC | Disney, Mattel, Apple, Hewlett Packard, Microsoft, Amazon, Google and Harley Davidson all have one thing in common. Can you guess what it is? Their origin story. Each of these household names got their start in a garage. At first glance, it might seem like an odd place to[Read More…]
Rangely Food Bank needs your help
RANGELY | The Rangely Food Bank is in desperate need of your donations. After several years of a tight local economy the Rangely Food Bank is continuing to experience increased demand for their services. With the demand increasing the food bank is in need of cash donations to help purchase[Read More…]
