RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeking input on two draft management plans for elk and bears in northwest Colorado. The draft plans can be viewed on the Herd Management Plan page of our website, and are open to public review and comment through June 30. CPW is evaluating[Read More…]
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Hippology winners
RBC | The first Rio Blanco Open Hippology Contest was a huge success with multiple ribbons and prizes awarded, much learning accomplished, delicious food, great atmosphere and company. We couldn’t have done it without our amazing sponsors: Bonnie Long (a longtime supporter of youth judging contests, livestock judging coach and[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – June 5th, 2024
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago We predict that the despised native cottonwood will receive more attention than usual next spring. F.E. Sheridan and Charley Taylor returned from Denver Wednesday evening after leaving Dr. French at St. Luke’s hospital. The doctor stood the trip very well. Clarence Allen is home[Read More…]
Free fishing weekend June 1-2
RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) invites resident and nonresident anglers of all ages to participate in Free Fishing Weekend. On June 1-2, 2024, the fishing license and Habitat Stamp requirement will be waived, allowing anyone interested in fishing to try it out and hopefully get hooked. Fishing offers a[Read More…]
Community Calendar: May 30, 2024
The TANK RANGELY | Concerts at The TANK this summer: June 10, Zara, 8 p.m., free; June 12, Rooster Blackspur — Davis Phinney Foundation Benefit. Food preservation classes June 1, 8 MEEKER | Learn about food preservation at the RBC Fairgrounds kitchen (700 Sulphur Creek Rd., Meeker). Jams, jellies and[Read More…]
County DHS earns performance award from state
RBC | Rio Blanco County is one of 25 Colorado counties recently recognized by the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) with the 2023 C-Stat Distinguished Performance Award. C-Stat is a performance management tool that allows CDHS to better focus on and improve performance outcomes that enhance people’s lives. The[Read More…]
Rio Happenings: May 19-25, 2024
ARRESTS A 40 year-old male was arrested on 5/24/2024 on Garfield County Warrants. A 38 year-old male was arrested on 5/24/2024 for Obstruction of a Police Officer, Resisting Arrest and Violation of a Protection Order. He was released on a $100 PR bond. A 38 year-old male was arrested on[Read More…]
Museum Musings
Letters from History No. 50 White River Agency, Colorado.June 16, 1879Sir: I send you my cash account for first quarter, 1879. The delay arose, first, from not receiving funds until May 9; and. Second, I failed until a few days ago to get Mr. Lithgow’s vouchers signed.Respectfully,N. C. MEEKER,Indian Agent[Read More…]
White River National Forest renews food storage order
Proper food storage reduces conflicts between campers and bears PRESS RELEASE RBC | With summer camping season beginning this month on the 2.3-million-acre White River National Forest, officials are reminding campers about the long-standing food storage rules on the Forest as well as other tips for an enjoyable trip. The[Read More…]
Days Gone By: May 30, 2024
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago John Goff took a party of tourists up the river a few days ago. They went after bear. A fine range for the rifle club is being fitted up near the race track. Next Monday is Decoration Day. Meeker Herald ~ 100 years ago[Read More…]
Summer travel season kicks off on White River Nat’l Forest
Visitors urged to stay off muddy roads, trails Special to the HT RBC | With the summer motorized and mountain bike travel season beginning May 21 in most areas on the White River National Forest, forest officials are urging visitors to avoid muddy or snowy roads. “Conditions vary, and not[Read More…]
US Postmaster General agrees to delay changes to Western Slope mail processing
By Niki Turner | [email protected] RBC | Responding to pressure from 24 senators, including Sen. Michael Bennet (CO), United States Postal Service (USPS) Postmaster General Louis DeJoy said he will pause plans to convert the regional processing center in Grand Junction to a local center, causing Western Slope mail to[Read More…]
