RBC | Christmas tree permits are now available for purchase at White River National Forest office locations. The cost per permit is $10 and may be purchased with cash, check or credit card at office locations. There is a maximum of five tree permits per person. Permits will be sold[Read More…]
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Reintroduction of wolves to Colorado is the topic of Dec. 7 Sierra Club meeting in Steamboat
RBC | Gray wolves were eradicated from Colorado by the 1940s to protect domestic livestock, but groups like the Sierra Club are working to change public perception of wolves in hopes of reintroducing the animals to their former habitat. United States Fish and Wildlife Service has restored wolf populations to[Read More…]
BLM Christmas tree permits on sale
RBC | Permits for cutting Christmas trees on Bureau of Land Management lands within suggested areas of the White River Field Office are now on sale. Permits are $10 per tree and may be purchased at the White River Field Office, 220 E. Market St., Monday through Friday between 7:45[Read More…]
Christmasfest festivities in Rangely
RANGELY | Dec. 7 is the annual Light Up Rangely contest. Sleigh rides and a chili and cocoa bar will be Dec. 8. The Elf Land Carnival, the Snowflake Baby contest, Breakfast with Santa, Parade of Lights and the a cappella concert take place Dec. 9. For more information and[Read More…]
BREAKING NEWS: Body discovered west of Rangely
RANGELY | A body was discovered in the White River yesterday approximately four miles west of Rangely at the Texas Beach area. According to a press release from the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Department issued Thursday morning, Rangely resident Luke Scott was duck hunting along the river and reported to[Read More…]
The Upstairs Gallery hosts open house
MEEKER | Kick off your holidays with an open house at The Upstairs Gallery Thursday, Nov. 30 from 5-8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 1 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 2 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The featured artwork will be paintings by Pat Sheeran-Daggett , ceramics[Read More…]
Community Calendar: November 30, 2017
– Holiday Social Final Deadline Nov. 29. Adults 50-plus are invited to join ERBM for a holiday social on Dec. 7. Register at the rec center or by calling 970-878-3403 by Nov. 29 so an accurate count can be given to the caterer. – The Rangely Moms Group meets the[Read More…]
Holiday trade show in Meeker Dec. 8-9
MEEKER | Holiday Meeker Market and Craft and Trade Bazaar Friday, Dec. 8 from 12-7 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hugus Building, Sixth and Main. Booths are available for exhibitors to display and share information about your businesses, crafts and trades. Holiday[Read More…]
Days Gone By: November 23, 2017
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – Josephine School Dist. No. 1 has purchased an organ. The instrument was paid for by proceeds from box suppers given by the teacher and pupils. Miss Thelma Fairfield teaches there. – A number of Meeker cattlemen struck it just right on the[Read More…]
It’s a good time to check your tax withholding
RBC | As the end of 2017 approaches, the Internal Revenue Service encourages taxpayers to consider a tax withholding checkup. Taking a closer look at the taxes being withheld now can help ensure the right amount is withheld, either for tax refund purposes or to avoid an unexpected tax bill[Read More…]
RBC Warranty Deeds: August through October 2017
SELLER: AMY BUDD BUYER: KRISTA BENNER DESCRIPTION: MESA VIEW STATES SUBDIVISION 188420 9 1 487 AGENCY DRIVE TRANSACTION PRICE: $440,000.00 SELLER: JEANNE NEWMAN BUYER: HENRY COUFOS, JANET WHEELING DESCRIPTION: TOWN OF MEEKER 3 93 1134 PARK AVENUE TRANSACTION PRICE: $149,000.00 SELLER: JOHN AND BEVERLY BARTUCCO BUYER: LANCE AND DANETTE COULTER[Read More…]
The Upstairs Gallery hosts open house
MEEKER | Kick off your holidays with an open house at The Upstairs Gallery Thursday, Nov. 30 from 5-8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 1 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 2 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The featured artwork will be paintings by Pat Sheeran-Daggett , ceramics[Read More…]