HAYDEN I (AP) With several pails of diesel fuel at his side, veteran Hayden firefighter Wayne DeLuca was preparing to show this year’s class of recruits how to fight fire. Inside the training facility just south of Hayden, DeLuca poured fuel on a small fire and the smoke above his[Read More…]
County
Reseeding planned in county
GRAND JUNCTION I (AP) The federal Bureau of Land Management is planning to reseed portions of areas where two wildfires burned this summer.
Homemaker will not have free pumpkins
RBC | Because of drought conditions and severe hailstorms, Homemaker Furnishings of Craig will not be able to give away free pumpkins this October.
Last of Ruedi water under contract
ASPEN I (AP) A deal has been made to pay off the outstanding $34 million construction debt on Ruedi Reservoir and keep the last of the un-contracted water for Western Slope users.
Federal shutdown not affecting CPW properties
RBC I Despite the shutdown of the Federal government, hunting, fishing, camping and wildlife watching opportunities continue in Colorado. Colorado Parks and Wildlife-managed parks and lands are open for business and visitors affected by the shutdown are welcome to take advantage of our facilities.
Flood refunds announced for rifle seasons, property updates
DENVER I A few game management units in Northeastern Colorado will have refunds offered for rifle seasons in response to the flood, but many units are huntable as additional lands and properties return to normal in the northeast region.
Poaching case brings new emphasis to protecting wildlife
RBC I The recent arrest of four South Carolina men by Colorado Parks and Wildlife for poaching has prompted public discussion and debate about the importance of ethical hunting. It also illustrates how seriously the agency, law-abiding hunters and many residents of the state take illegal wildlife activity.
Rio Blanco County Days Gone By
The Meeker Herald — 125 years ago • At Ronges, a small stage station about 60 miles north of Rawlins, Wyo., a shooting fray took place on the 19th in which Eli Signor shot and killed Charles Davis to save himself. Signor runs a road ranch at Ronges and Davis[Read More…]
Broadband meeting eyes possibilities
RBC I The Rio Blanco County Broadband Telecommunications Summit, held Tuesday at Colorado Northwestern Community College in Rangely, attracted a variety of broadband technical experts, service providers, local, county and state officials, chambers of commerce, health care providers, community organizations, college officials, business owners and county residents as well as[Read More…]
Two area drives suggested for fall colors
RBC I Autumn brings a chill to the night air, an earlier sunset and children back in school. Colorado is fortunate to have four distinct seasons, and this is the time of the year to get out and enjoy the fall colors around Rio Blanco County.
Dogs and moose not a good mix in Colorado’s outdoors
RBC I In the wake of several people being injured by moose this year, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is reminding outdoor enthusiasts that moose can be aggressive when dogs and humans get too close.
Guest Editorial: Rio Blanco needs help on domestic violence
TOPEKA, KAN. I The district attorney announced he would no longer prosecute misdemeanor cases due to budget cuts. Domestic violence cases comprised approximately half of those cases.
