County

Rio Blanco County On Patrol

Activity for Sept. 11-17 Friday, Sept. 11 RBSO-6:34 a.m.-Traffic complaint at 44000 Hwy 64, Rangely MPD-10:19 a.m.-Motorist assist at 300 Market St., Meeker RBSO-11:44 a.m.-Motorist assist at 45000 Hwy 13, Meeker

Rio Blanco County On Patrol

Friday, Sept. 4 RBSO-12:30 a.m.-Assist CSP at 70000 Hwy 139, Rangely RBSO-6:05 a.m.-Traffic arrest at 22000 Hwy 13, Meeker RBSO-7:42 a.m.-Animal call at 1533 County Rd. 13, Meeker

CDOW Fishing Report

Fishing tip of the week: Fish can see colors, fact or myth? We know through scientific information that at least some fish see colors; however, we do not know if all fish are capable of seeing in color because not all fish have been tested for color vision.

Rio Blanco County Days Gone By

The Meeker Herald — 50 years ago • The Meeker Cafe and Lounge were sold to a Denver couple, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Springer. • Headline: “Oil Well Drilling the Most Active It Has Been In Years.”

Tax revenue down in May, June

RBC | Local government entities are having to tighten their budgetary belts just like the rest of us, as sales and use tax dollars continue a downward trend compared to last year’s highs.