The Meeker Herald – 100 years ago n Much opposition has developed in Meeker and Rio Blanco County generally over the recent scheme to hold the Meeker-Rifle stage until nine o’clock in the morning, in order to catch the Grand Junction daily papers. The proposed change would give them a[Read More…]
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Rangely artists’ trading card club
RANGELY I Remember all the fun you had trading baseball and Pokemon cards? Here’s a new twist to an old favorite: artist trading cards.
Letter to the Editor: Obama obsessed with oil company taxes
Dear Editor: On Fortune magazine’s recent list of the most profitable companies in 2010, Exxon’s profit as a percent of revenues was 8.6 percent. By sharp contrast, Coca-Cola’s was 34 percent. Google’s was 29 percent.
BLM’s Director’s Challenge initiative
RBC I As part of its ongoing effort to ensure the health of Western public rangelands, the Bureau of Land Management is announcing its “Director’s Challenge” initiative to expand volunteer participation in monitoring and sustaining the health of wild horse and burro Herd Management Areas (HMAs).
Fritzlan wins world title
RANGELY I Colten Fritzlan, 11, left for Ogden, Utah, with dreams and determination to be a world champion. The Chris Shivers Miniature Bullriding World Finals entailed two long rounds with the top 15 advancing to the short round, a total of 40 boys in the junior age group representing 17[Read More…]
Up and down el Rio Blanco: No new taxes
Meeker High School teacher and former Colorado state representative Kathleen Kelley quoted president Thomas Jefferson before moderating the Meeker Board of Education candidate forum Monday last.
Time to think about flu shots
RBC I This year, the theme for the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s flu campaign is “Do Something Easy,” because getting a flu vaccination is a whole lot easier than most of the tasks Coloradans pack into their busy days.
How to volunteer with passion
RBC I If volunteerism is a measure of someone’s passion, then Lisa Sellman’s passion knows no bounds. Sellman, a professional dog trainer and owner of a pet care business, volunteers with activities ranging from working at an animal shelter to taking disabled kids on nature hikes during the summer. She[Read More…]
2012 budget presented
RBC I The 2012 budget for Rio Blanco County was presented to commissioners Monday by budget/finance director Chris Singleton.
What the White River Valley and Bel Air, Calif., have in common
MEEKER I Taking time to listen often reveals unexpected information, as is the case with Rex Ross and his family history.
Agent Orange eligibility expanded
RBC I Honorably discharged veterans who served on the Korean DMZ from April 1968 – Aug. 1971 are now eligible for enrollment into VA provided health care.
Up and Down El Rio Blanco: Working together
It has been said “the more hands, the easier the work,” and more can be accomplished when people or groups work together. Teamwork has been in evidence a lot lately and not just by our local sports teams. Many volunteers, groups and organizations have worked together and accomplished much.
