RBC | With new help from mobile technology, free medications and trained coaches, this could be the year you quit smoking. “Quitting the Colorado way just got easier,”said Dr. Larry Wolk, executive director and chief medical officer for the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. “We’re working with new[Read More…]
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Waving Hands Review seeks submissions
RANGELY | Waving Hands Review is seeking submissions of your creative work. Cash prizes in four categories: artwork, poetry, fiction and nonfiction. Submission deadline is Feb. 15. Visit the website for submission guidelines: https://www.cncc.edu/about-cncc/publications/waving-hands-review/
Dry conditions continue
RBC | The first two weeks of 2018 have seen a continuation of dry weather as the local region plunges further into drought-like conditions. According to the National Integrated Drought Information System, the western half of Rio Blanco County is currently experiencing Moderate Drought conditions with less than 30 percent[Read More…]
Veterans Center open Monday-Friday
MEEKER | The Meeker VFW is proud to announce that its Meeker Veterans Community Center, a 501C3 non-profit located at 290 Fourth St., across from the Mountain Valley Bank, is open Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and noon. Stop by for a cup of coffee, visit with others, play[Read More…]
Multiple opportunities available to serve on commissioner-appointed boards
RBC | Of the 18 boards and commissions appointed by the Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners, 13 have vacancies. The following is a list of the boards, what they do, when they meet and who is eligible to serve. Board-related expenses, such as for travel between Meeker and Rangely,[Read More…]
Historical Society annual meeting Jan. 14
MEEKER | The Rio Blanco County Historical Society will hold its annual meeting this Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018, at the Old West Cultural Heritage Center located on the corner of Fifth and Park streets, starting at 1 p.m. The election of four members of the Board of Directors and its[Read More…]
Proposed air permit for Colowyo released for public comment
RBC | The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) released the proposed air permit for the Collom development project at Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association’s Colowyo Mine. Public comments on the permit will be accepted through Jan. 28, 2018. The air permit is required for operations at the[Read More…]
Meeker Rec Center celebration Jan. 12
MEEKER | Don’t miss the festivities at the Meeker Rec Center this weekend to celebrate the center’s 10th birthday. Check the ad on page 7A this week for the complete schedule on Friday. On Saturday get ready for the annual Cardboard Derby at Paintbrush Park sledding hill. A free breakfast[Read More…]
Community Calendar: January 11, 2018
– MRC Birthday Celebration Jan. 12 all day. The Meeker Recreation Center has been open for 10 years! Visit the Center on Jan. 12 for free swimming, class demonstrations, and more. ERBM Recreation and Park District, 970-878-3403. – Cardboard Derby Saturday, Jan. 13. Free breakfast at 9:30 a.m. at Paintbrush[Read More…]
Days Gone By: January 4, 2018
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – Thomas Gentry spent a few days in town this week. – Rooms, 35¢ and 50¢, at the Princess Rooming house, Meeker. – With the exception of New Year’s, which was cloudy, every day this week was summer like. And now the worry[Read More…]
Weekly Call Review: Dec. 18-31, 2017
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…]
Ice Fishing Day postponed to Jan. 27
MEEKER | The Dec. 30, 2017, Family Ice Fishing Day has been rescheduled to Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018, due to the mild weather conditions and lack of ice at Lake Avery. Hosted by ERBM Recreation and Park District and Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the event is free for all ages[Read More…]
