The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago • Rain set in Wednesday and turned to snow Thursday, which continued till yesterday afternoon. Here in town the snow melted about as fast as it came down, but in the higher country it is reported that over two feet of new snow[Read More…]
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Nominations sought for six seats on Resource Advisory Council
RBC I The Bureau of Land Management’s Northwest Colorado District is seeking public nominations for six open positions on its Resource Advisory Council.
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…]
CNCC Days at the TANK May 4-5
RANGELY | The TANK Center for Sonic Arts invites all Colorado Northwestern Community College students, graduates, alumni, families, friends, professors, administrators and staff to enjoy, explore, and experience the spectacular sonic environment of The TANK on May 4 and 5, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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.
Wagon Wheel OHV Club meets May 3
MEEKER | The Wagon Wheel OHV Club will meet Wednesday, May 3 at 7 p.m. in the Kilowatt Korner at Sixth and Market streets. Plan to attend and renew your membership for 2017. All OHV riders are invited. The club has numerous events and projects planned for this year.
County clerk’s office closed May 3
MEEKER | The Rio Blanco County Clerk and Recorder’s office will be closed Wednesday, May 3 due to moving the office to the previous location in the courthouse. The office will reopen Thursday, May 4 at 8:30 a.m. Thanks for your patience.
Moosehead Lodge ribbon cutting
RANGELY | The Moosehead Lodge in Rangely is under new ownership. There will be a ribbon cutting on May 1 from 1-3 p.m. Refreshments will be served. 856 E. Main St., Rangely, Colo. 970-629-0561 for more information.
Full-scale emergency exercise to be carried out by county in May
RBC I For the better part of a year, Rio Blanco County Emergency Management Director Ty Gates has been creating a plot that’s worthy of a screenwriting award. But this plot isn’t for a movie, it’s for training purposes.
Community Calendar: April 27, 2017
Commissioners approve rezoning request for Sleepy Cat Ranch
RBC I County commissioners approved a rezoning request for Sleepy Cat Ranch, owned by Bob Regulski, from agricultural to rural residential Monday, despite opposition from the Elk Creek Ranch homeowners’ association.
Community gardens planting party April 29
RANGELY | Rangely Community Gardens is kicking off the season. Help plant the town’s Main Street flowers at a planting party Saturday, April 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Community Gardens. Bring hats, gloves and sunscreen. Drinks and lunch provided.
