RBC I The American Red Cross Colorado and Wyoming Region has opened the search for an executive director to lead the American Red Cross of Northern Colorado. The Red Cross will fill the leadership position when current Executive Director Erin Mounsey steps down in July after 11 years working for[Read More…]
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Rainbow trout make major comeback
RBC I After being devastated by whirling disease in the 1990s, rainbow trout populations are increasing in most major rivers in the state thanks to a 20-year effort by Colorado Parks and Wildlife aquatic scientists and biologists. “It’s been a long road, but bringing back populations of fish that were[Read More…]
Deep Creek, part of Flat Tops, is recognized by Forest Service act
RBC I On July 9, after seven years of intensive collaborative, public involvement and more than 30 years since local citizens first championed the idea, the White River National Forest released a decision that the first 11 miles of Deep Creek, located on the southeastern corner of the Flat Tops[Read More…]
Outfitters threatened by minimum wage order; exemption sought
RBC I For more than 40 years, Mike Cottingham has been sending teenagers into national parks, forests and wilderness areas for multi-week backcountry outings. They run rapids, ride horseback and summit some of the West’s most famous peaks. But Cottingham believes he will be forced out of business by a[Read More…]
From My Window: Having to dial all 11 numbers for local call not progress—or good biz
My window is muddied up with what could be perceived is a case of lousy customer service. I’m not happy. But who cares? Right?
CPW offers free class on hunting first aid July 22
RBC I The big game hunting seasons are approaching quickly and now’s the time for hunters to begin preparing, reminds Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
CPW offers grants directed at shooting ranges
RBC I The 2015 Shooting Range Small Grant Program at 6060 Broadway in Denver is accepting applications through 5 p.m. on Aug. 31.
RIO BLANCO COUNTY ON PATROL
RBC I The following is a two-week review of the calls for service that were reported to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office, running from 8 a.m. on June 22 to 8 a.m. on July 6. Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office:
County Extension: Type of land, location is key to planting trees… Part One of Two
RBC I With spring approaching, green thumbers and homeowners are thinking about green lawns, budding trees, colorful flowers, bountiful gardens and taking pride in upgrading the landscape or yard. Planting a tree is one way to enhance a landscape and it brings a focal point to any design.
Letter to the Editor: Hurray for Clean Power Plan
Dear Editor: It is becoming more clear by the month that what is good for the environment has benefits for many other aspects of humanity. Health care professionals are voicing the medical position that fossil fuels are detrimental to the length and health of a human life, and religion has[Read More…]
Rio Blanco on Patrol: June 8-22
RBC I The following information is a weekly review of the calls for service that were reported to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office. If you have any questions or would like an explanation of the call types listed please make a comment on this posting. We will not release[Read More…]
Road delays to continue on Highway 13 north of Meeker
RBC I The Colorado Department of Transportation has announced the following highway project now underway with work continuing through October.
