RBC — The Colorado Geological Survey (CGS) announced the release of a new booklet, “A Guide to Swelling Soil for Colorado Homebuyers and Homeowners, Second Edition,” that is now available to the public. This colorful, easily understandable booklet describes swelling soil, a geologic hazard that has damaged thousands of homes[Read More…]
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Police Blotter: February 14, 2008
Activity for Feb. 1-Feb. 7, 2008 Key: CSP-Colorado State Patrol DOW-Division of Wildlife 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 TOM-Town of Meeker WREA-White River Electric Association
Funds, resources for adoptive families
RBC — Now in its third year, more than 1,000 Colorado adoptive families have been assisted by Colorado Post-Adoption Resource Center (COPARC), a resource network for families who have adopted through the child welfare system. Approximately 6,000 Colorado families are eligible for support from COPARC, which is funded by a[Read More…]
Piceance Creek incidents set record numbers for 2007
RBC — The residents of Rio Blanco County are well aware of the impact the oil and gas industry has on our area. This impact is especially evident when driving the roads in and around the Piceance Creek Basin. The volume of incidents for 2007 dramatically increased over the 2006[Read More…]
Hayes earns grand champion at 4-H feeder show
RBC — This year’s beef feeder show had 36 4-H and 4 FFA members participating. The morning was spent weighing and tagging 62 steers. Steer weights varied from a 385-pound miniature Hereford to a 960-pound cross breed steer. An outstanding lunch was once again furnished by 4-H parents and leaders[Read More…]
Board members defend fire chiefs
RBC — Rio Blanco County commissioners heard requests from Rangely and Meeker fire district board members, asking them not to adopt the 2006 edition of the international fire code.
Above average Jan. precipitation
RBC — Precipitation at the plant center in January measured 1.90 inches and includes 25 inches of snow.
News Briefs: February 14, 2008
Williams’ plan moves forward
RBC — Williams announced last week that Northwest Pipeline GP is launching an open season to seek binding commitments from shippers for participation in its Sundance Trail expansion project.
Local Entities: Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this a community plan? Who will be involved?
Local entities meet to discuss infrastructure needs
MEEKER — A recent survey of 12 entities that provide public services revealed that six of those entities need to invest in major capital improvements within the next five years.
DOW, Wyatt’s sponsor ice fishing clinic
RBC — The Colorado Division of Wildlife and Wyatt’s Sports Center will sponsor an ice fishing clinic Feb. 23 for kids ages 5-15.
