RBC I Recent questions regarding the new Rio Blanco Broadband fiber optic telecommunications services for residential and business locations have been expressed in the Herald Times with everyone wanting to know the details of this project. The following “frequently asked questions” are offered in an effort to address those and[Read More…]
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Early Deadline Reminder!
Community Calendar: Nov. 19-25
• Photography Show. By Colorado Northwestern photography students, Thursday, Nov. 19 from 7-9 p.m. in the Johnson Banquet Room at CNCC in Rangely. • Science Friday with Doc Bob. Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Meeker Public Library. • Tot Spot Drop-in Childcare. Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m.-1[Read More…]
BLM seeking input on travel plan
MEEKER I The Bureau of Land Management has announced a public scoping period for travel and transportation management in the White River Field Office in northwestern Colorado.
Craig energy meeting attracts White House advisor
RBC I While the region’s path to economic prosperity might not be exactly clear, one thing is: The path must be forged together. That message was the focus of the Economic Diversification Roundtable on Wednesday at Colorado Northwestern Community College’s Craig campus. Craig-Moffat Economic Development Partnership (CMEDP) hosted the event,[Read More…]
Champion…
Kolbi Franklin competed at the the Northern International Livestock Expo (NILE) in October in Billings, Mont., where she won grand champion market steer and was reserve champion intermediate showman.
Community Calendar: Nov. 12-18
• Science Friday with Doc Bob. Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Meeker Public Library. • Winter Line-Up Registration begins Nov. 16. Make sure you get your spot in the classes you want for the Winter session of ERBM Recreation & Park District programs! Visit www. MeekerRecDistrict.com[Read More…]
County’s economic development plan nears completion
RBC I In the coming weeks, Rio Blanco County will receive the final Recommended Action Plan from Better City, an economic development firm based in Ogden, Utah. Over the past year, Rio Blanco County, working collaboratively with the Towns of Meeker and Rangely, Meeker and Rangely chambers of commerce, Colorado[Read More…]
LEAP can assist with winter heating bills
RBC I Colorado’s Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) is now accepting applications for its 2015/16 season, and with an increase in applicant income qualification this season, more Coloradans will qualify for assistance with paying their home heating costs.
Farewell…
The Rio Blanco County commissioners honored Ken Coffin, the U.S. Forest Service District Ranger for the White River National Forest—Blanco Ranger District, on Oct. 26 with an Award of Special Recognition for his years of service locally to build community relationships and encourage multi-use of public lands. Coffin has accepted[Read More…]
Christmas tree permits available
MEEKER I Christmas tree permits are now available from the White River National Forest offices, including the one in Meeker. 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, and[Read More…]
National Weather Service explains warning system
RBC I When a weather warning is issued during the winter season, will you know what it means, and will you know how to respond? During this Colorado Winter Weather Preparedness Week, please become familiar with the National Weather Service’s list of potentially life-saving winter weather products. This statement contains[Read More…]
