RBC I Martin Beeson announced his candidacy for re-election Jan. 24. Citing the accomplishments of the office during his tenure, Beeson stated that he has “established a record worthy of th
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Up and Down El Rio Blanco: Community
First and foremost, my thoughts and prayers are with the family from Rangely who suffered a tragic loss last week. There are many events to bring people together in the shortest (but sometimes longest) month of the year.
Rankin announces candidacy
RBC I After encouragement from friends and family, Bob Rankin is entering the race to represent Northwest Colorado’s House District 57. The district encompasses three counties in Northwest Colorado: Moffat, Garfield and Rio Blanco.
NPS awarded FLETA Award
RBC I The National Park Service (NPS) Law Enforcement Training Center’s Seasonal Law Enforcement Training Program (SLETP) had its formal federal law enforcement training accreditation assessment in late July.
Governor’s visit
Governor John Hickenlooper paid a visit to the annual Colorado Outfitters Association (COA) convention Jan. 14 in Grand Junction.
Letter to the Editor: Senior exemption
Dear Editor: The Colorado Constitution establishes a property tax exemption for senior citizens and disabled veterans. For those who qualify, 50 percent of the first $200,000 in actual value of the primary residence is exempted from property tax.
Donation for emergency vehicle
Williams recently separated into two stand-alone, publicly-traded corporations, Williams and WPX Energy. Representatives from both were in Meeker to donate $15,000 towards the purchase of a second quick-response vehicle for the Piceance Creek area.
Rio Blanco County Days Gone By
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago There will be plenty of good things to eat at the Pioneers Ball. The Gem Theater picture shows are good; Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. The Modern Woodmen masquerade ball on Feb. 22 promises to be a humdinger.
Letter to the Editor: RBC planner responds
Dear Editor: In response to Mr. Casto’s letter of Jan. 12, asserting county officials are doing a poor job of supporting business, I feel that in order to come to an informed judgment, the public needs the correct details of the situation presented. In that the letter does not identify[Read More…]
Craig concert Sunday
RBC I The Craig Concert Association presents “ThreeStyle” this Sunday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. at the MCHS auditorium.
Ice fishing derby
Both recreation districts in RBC partnered with the Colorado Parks and Wildlife for a family ice fishing derby Saturday last on Rio Blanco Lake, where Jayden Mack caught a fish. The Meeker Lions Club provided a free lunch for those attending.
Obituary: Steve Deyo
Steven C. Deyo was born Dec.15, 1959, in Craig, Colo., to Douglas and Patricia Deyo. He died Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012, in Craig.
