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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Planned emergency exercise May 19-20
RBC | On May 19-20 law enforcement officers, county staff, fire and ambulance crews, industry reps and others will participate in a detailed full-scale training exercise to test all levels of emergency response—from communication to personnel to equipment—in the event of a multi-layered domestic threat. The exercise will take place[Read More…]
CNCC May classes in Meeker
MEEKER | Spring CNCC community education classes are winding down but there is still time to take advantage of late offerings. May 11: summer main dish ideas for entertaining. May 17: Cottage Food Safety Training—Operating a food business from home and for farmers markets? Learn the requirements of the Colorado[Read More…]
Tourism event in Meeker May 11
MEEKER | Join the Meeker Chamber of Commerce and the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) for the Discover Colorado Roadshow to showcase the new Colorado Tourism Roadmap. The CTO team will be on a 1,000-mile, five-day trip across the state sharing insights into a new statewide strategic plan in eight destinations[Read More…]
Rangely Jr./Sr. high band concert May 9
RANGELY | The date of Rangely High School’s spring concert has been moved to Tuesday, May 9, at 7 p.m. We are still looking for community members who would like to play with us. The two pieces we will perform together are “Into the Clouds” and “Kool-Aid.” If you are[Read More…]
Do you have a Centennial Farm?
RBC | Farmers and ranchers who are eligible and interested in applying for recognition at this year’s Centennial Farms event can apply up through the extended deadline of May 15. Find the application at bit.ly/2pY5yAb. Nominees must meet the following requirements: – Farms or ranches must have remained in the[Read More…]
Arts and Cultural Council meets May 8
MEEKER | The Meeker Arts and Cultural Council (MACC) will meet on Monday May 8, at 6:30 p.m. at the Heritage Culture Center at 517 Park Ave. MACC is providing high quality performing arts entertainment for the Meeker Community but needs help and participation by community volunteers in order to[Read More…]
County clerks urged to voice their opinions
RBC | Colorado Secretary of State Wayne Williams urged county clerks to voice their opinions in May after they view proposed regulations for allowing unaffiliated voters to participate in primary elections without any restrictions. The Secretary of State’s office earlier asked some clerks for their ideas on drafting rules to[Read More…]
CNCC graduation Saturday at 2 p.m.
RANGELY | Colorado Northwestern Community College will host its 54th spring commencement exercises Saturday, May 6 at 2 p.m. in the Colorado Room of the Weiss Student Center in Rangely, Colo. Jamie L. Bair will deliver the commencement speech. Both the Rangely and Craig campuses will recognize particular students with[Read More…]
CNCC graduation this Saturday
Colorado Northwestern Community College will host its 54th spring commencement exercises this Saturday, May 6, at 2 p.m. in the Colorado Room of the Weiss Student Center in Rangely, Colo. Jamie L. Bair will deliver the commencement speech. Both the Rangely and Craig campuses will recognize particular students with awards.
Closing reception of MHS art show tonight
MEEKER | Meeker High School’s art show will have its closing reception tonight at the Meeker Elementary Library from 6-8 p.m. Woodworking exhibits will also be on display.
Community Calendar: May 4, 2017
– 17th Annual ERBM Recitals. May 6 and 7. See ad on this page for times. Free, at the MHS auditorium, Come support our dancers, tumblers, and karate participants! Visit meekerrecdistrict.com or call 878-3403. – A free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney, will be featured from 2-3[Read More…]



