County
Study: Population to surge, but funds fall short by $1.4B
RBC — Commissioner Ken Parsons spent a lot of time in Denver this winter fighting for the interests of Northwestern Colorado as state lawmakers attempt to pass spending measures that could funnel oil and gas tax revenue out of Northwest Colorado.
Police Blotter: April 10, 2008
Activity for March 28 to April 3, 2008
Harpers Corner Road still snowed in
DINOSAUR — Dinosaur National Monument staff hoped to open the Harpers Corner Road by mid-April but unusually deep snow has delayed the opening.
‘Teach to save’ day set for April 29
RBC — Today’s teens are active consumers, spending $180 billion annually. But are they saving in addition to spending? To enlighten our youth on the importance of saving, First National Bank of the Rockies will share savings lessons in the communities they serve in honor of the 12th annual National[Read More…]
No surprise: Snow pack is up
RBC — The third snow survey of the winter was conducted March 31 at the four snow survey sites in the upper White River Basin. The White River snow pack water equivalent (snow moisture) is 52 percent above last year at this time. Basin wide, the White River snow pack[Read More…]
News Briefs: April 10, 2008
National Monument celebrates Junior Ranger Day
DINOSAUR — “April 26 has been designated Junior Ranger Day at Dinosaur National Monument,” said Superintendent Mary Risser. “The highlight of Junior Ranger Day is the unveiling of the newly created Junior Paleontologist activity booklet along with a new Junior Paleontologist badge at 1 p.m.”
Spring bird migration returns to Dinosaur Nat’l Monument
DINOSAUR — Bald eagles, sandhill cranes and Canada geese have returned to Dinosaur National Monument, marking the beginning of the spring bird migration. These and many other birds travel hundreds or thousands of miles between their winter and summer homes, stopping here to rest and feed.
Accidents keep RBC Sheriff’s office busy
RBC — Accidents with property damage and an ambulance call were a few of the incidents that kept Rio Blanco County sheriff’s officers busy during the last week.
Police Blotter: April 3, 2008
Activity for March 21-March 27, 2008 Key: CSP-Colorado State Patrol RBSO-Rio Blanco County Sheriff MPD-Meeker Police Department MVFR-Meeker Volunteer Fire and Rescue RAMB-Rangely Ambulance RFD-Rangely Fire Department RPD-Rangely Police Department WREA-White River Electric Association March 21 MPD-12:11 a.m.-911 hang-up call from 908 Market St., Meeker MPD-12:13 a.m.-Citizen assist at 223[Read More…]
Just can it! And bring the jam to fair
RBC — Summer is not here yet, but the traditions of canning begin now. How about you make some extra batches to share and bring to the 2008 Rio Blanco County Fair? Here are some things to keep in mind this year when you are getting ready to can.
