RBC I Colorado’s unique situation as a headwaters state provides the backdrop for diverse issues and concerns related to a most precious resources: water. Rural landowners in Colorado can benefit from understanding how water resources are utilized. A four-part online series will highlight water conservation practices that won’t compromise crop[Read More…]
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News Briefs: July 26, 2012
RBC Search & Rescue poker run Saturday MEEKER | The first annual Rio Blanco County Search and Rescue OHV poker run will be held Saturday, July 28 at Lake Avery.
Fires burn more than 1,600 acres in Rio Blanco County
RBC I Lightning started the Powell and Little Duck fires in Rio Blanco County last week, burning more than 1,600 acres before monsoon rains helped more than 200 firefighters and a Type II fire management team contain the blazes.
Rio Blanco County Days Gone By
The Meeker Herald — 125 years ago n C.B. Jefferies, formerly with the Union Trading company, is now at Oldland’s. “Jeff” is a popular salesman and a mighty fine fellow.
Visitors increase at center
DINOSAUR I “Since the opening of the new Quarry Visitor Center and Quarry Exhibit Hall last October, Dinosaur National Monument has experienced an increase in park visitation over 2011’s numbers,” announced Superintendent Mary Risser.
Comments: New pipeline
RBC I The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on an Environmental Assessment of a proposed 95-mile 16-inch pipeline to transport natural gas liquids.
County valuation currently up
RBC I Rio Blanco County assessor Renae Neilson presented the commissioners with the 2012 protest valuation report at its most recent meeting and showed an increase in assessed value from 2011.
Understanding new tax exemptions
RBC I On May 14 the Rio Blanco County Board of County Commissioners passed Resolution 12-15 allowing three new sales tax exemptions to the original sales tax resolution. These are already exempt at the state level and will now be exempt at the county level effective July 1. Some vendors[Read More…]
News Briefs: July 19, 2012
Rangely dog wash Sunday, July 22 RANGELY | Make plans to attend The Dog Wash this Sunday, July 22 at Elks Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come get your dog washed and support the Rangely Animal Shelter.
Rio Blanco County’s Got Talent
RBC I This year, 4-H coordinator Roxie Leischer decided that the Rio Blanco County Fair should add something offered at fairs across Colorado: a talent show.
2nd annual cast, blast
RBC I The Wyman Museum was full of fishing and shooting events on July 1.
Veterans clinic to be dedicated
CRAIG I The Craig Veterans TeleHealth Clinic will be dedicated to Maj. William Adams, Medal of Honor recipient, on July 20 at 10 a.m. The ceremony is open to the public. The clinic is located at 785 Russell St. in Craig.
