County

Loose Ends: Bridging the gap between cultures

F our years ago this month, the Northern Ute Tribe returned to the sacred ground of their ancestors. Since then, many individuals in both communities have come to know each other and to appreciate the efforts made by all to help them feel comfortable with each other.

Commissioners go paperless

RBC I Frontier Paving Inc., was awarded the bid to overlay Rio Blanco County Road 31 by county commissioners June 27 and bids were opened to seal coat and paint at the Rangely airport. Commissioners also approved the Tucker Minor Subdivision-Buford Store and Lodge, LLC.

Rio Blanco Days Gone By

The Meeker Herald — 125 years ago – Simp Harp, the genial manager of the Meeker Hotel, was the busiest man in town last week. The French glass recently arrived from Denver has been placed behind the bar and adds greatly to the appearance of the saloon. – The Chinaman[Read More…]

District urges caution on trails

MEEKER I This year’s heavy snowpack and cool spring temperatures are affecting travel on roads and trails across the White River National Forest. Many roads and trails that normally open in late May are still covered with snow. Several roads and trails have been covered by landslides. Soils in the[Read More…]

Lady luck…

Skid marks show where Christine Murray, 23, of Meeker, swerved to miss a deer, lost control of her vehicle, and landed in the White River between Pearce’s and Rogers’ bridges on RBC Road 8.

Building a legacy one log at a time

MEEKER I The Range Call committee has selected two exceptional individuals for this year’s parade marshals. The criteria must have been impeccable character, unmatched work ethic, family values and tremendous history in the area. These characteristics describe Dick and Merle Dean Moyer, the well-deserving 2011 Range Call honored guests.