Editors note: Sue Hicken of Meeker found this article from the Meeker Herald. It originally appeared June 15, 1918. It’s a letter from her grandfather Ralph Hicken to his brother William “Ray” Hicken.
County
New NC Telecom owner known Friday
RBC — A three-year wait is almost over. NC Telecom — a high-speed Internet and digital wireless provider in northwest Colorado — and all of its assets, will be sold to the highest bidder during a bankruptcy auction at 10 a.m. Friday.
Precipitation below average
Precipitation below average MEEKER — Precipitation at the plant center in November measured only 0.90 inch and includes 8.0 inches of snow.
Police Blotter: December 11
Activity for Nov. 28-Dec. 4
October incidents increase a dramatic 30.4 percent over ’07
RBC — The combined incidents during October 2008 for the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office and the Meeker Police Department rose dramatically, with a 30.4 percent increase, compared to October 2007.
CNCC works with FNBR to offer business banking degree
RANGELY — A new two-year business and banking degree program is available now at Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC). Students interested in the banking field can earn an associate’s degree through the program, which will be offered at all five CNCC locations in western Colorado, as well as online.
Ten great reasons to shop locally this holiday season
The holiday season is upon us and many of you have probably begun your holiday shopping whether driving miles to fight the crowds for a bargain on Black Friday or surfing the Web for one-day on-line deals on Black Monday, you along with millions of other shoppers are hoping to[Read More…]
Sweet Adelines
CRAIG — The Yampa Valley Chorus of Sweet Adelines International Christmas Concert “Holiday Harmony” will be
Wyman Crafters to make ornaments
CRAIG — The Wyman Museum would like to invite the community out to make ornaments with the Wyman Crafters Saturday, Dec. 13.
Shell named ‘energy company of the year’
RBC — Shell was recognized with “Energy Company of the Year” and “Industry Leadership” awards at the Platts Global Energy Awards Ceremony on Dec. 3.
Commission meeting canceled for Dec. 15
RBC — The Board of County Commissioners’ meeting scheduled for Monday, Dec. 15 in Rangely, has been canceled.
The Scary Guy
Motivational speaker delivers message of acceptance of others; elimination of hate, prejudice and violence at Rangely schools
