Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Nothing succeeds like the success of some people’s failures. Smallpox is quite the epidemic in various parts of the state, but as yet there are no cases in Meeker. Rifle, however, is said to be afflicted. Irons for the new Miller creek bridge were[Read More…]
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Avalanche warning issued for Flat Tops; danger high through Thursday
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) has issued an avalanche warning for the Flat Tops mountain range and many other parts of Colorado. Avalanche danger is high (level four of five) according to the CAIC. The warning goes into effect 5 p.m. Monday, January 15 and will remain in place[Read More…]
Update: missing man found dead
El Jebel resident Henry David Twitchell was found dead along Highway 13 on Friday, Jan. 12, according to a release from the Eagle County and Rio Blanco County sheriff’s offices. According to the release: “Rio Blanco County Search and Rescue and a dog from Search and Rescue Dogs of the[Read More…]
Avalanche danger elevated this weekend
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center has issued a special avalanche advisory through Monday, Jan. 15 as additional snow and winds through the holiday weekend increase the avalanche danger statewide. Some areas will see extreme danger. Backcountry recreation seekers are encouraged to adjust weekend plans accordingly and check the forecast.
RIO HAPPENINGS: Dec. 31, 2023 – Jan. 6, 2024
ARRESTS Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office transported a female from Rock Springs Jail to Jail on 1/4/2024 for a Nationwide Warrant for Theft. The female bonded on 1/5/2024. There were no other arrests this week. CALL SUMMARIES 1/1/2024 @ 11:50 am. A homeowner in the town limits of Meeker[Read More…]
Busy meeting for BOCC
The Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners met for its first regular meeting of 2024 on Tuesday at the county courthouse. On a lengthy agenda, the board made appointments for representatives to various offices and entities and renewed some annual agreements. Meeker resident Jeff Madison and Rangely resident Alden Vanden[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – January 11th, 2024
Annual and quarterly RBCHS gathering Jan. 21 MEEKER | The annual meeting and quarterly gathering of the Rio Blanco County Historical Society will be held at the Heritage Culture Center at 1 p.m. on Jan. 21, 2024. Enjoy a potluck lunch, hear what the RBCHS is doing, and renew (or[Read More…]
Nick Theos Family Ranches conserved
The Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust (CCALT) announces the completion of a new conservation easement with the Neilson family that conserves 3,427 acres across three parcels on the Nick Theos Family Ranches. The Nick Theos Family Ranches conservation easement becomes the third largest easement CCALT holds in Rio Blanco County.[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – January 11th, 2024
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago The year may be young, but that is no excuse for supposing that it needs you as its guardian. On Thursday evening, the Rev. Handel gave a party to a few of his friends. The occasion was Mr. Handel’s birthday. About 20 persons sat[Read More…]
#117 Rio Blanco County News ~ Jan. 4, 2024
The podcast is back for the new year! Listen to news highlights from the Jan. 4 edition here.
Pre-2024 Legislative Session Virtual Town Hall
Senator Dylan Roberts, Representative Elizabeth Velasco, and Representative Meghan Lukens are hosting a virtual town hall on January 8 from 5 to 6 p.m. Please join us for a preview of the upcoming session. There will be a Spanish interpreter at the Town Hall. https://bit.ly/24townhall
Highlights, lowlights and other clips and cuts from a year of local news in 2023…
Meeker’s recycling program came to an end after two decades. Expenses, partially offset by town funds, combined with low prices and demand for recyclable materials, made the program financially unsustainable. New county officials were sworn in to office in January 2023, including Clerk and Recorder Shawn Luce and commissioners Doug[Read More…]
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Feel like you're always "putting out fires" instead of doing the important things? https://www.theheraldtimes.com/editors-column-differentiating-the-urgent-from-the-important/opinion/
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A Celebration of Life will be held by the family "when the weather warms up and the work is all done this spring," according to Kay's wishes.
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Three finalists for county administrator were interviewed by the commissioners last Tuesday. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/commissioners-interview-administrator-candidates/rio-blanco-county/
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The RBC Livestock Judging team competed in Sterling. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/rbc-livestock-judging-team-earns-multiple-awards-in-sterling/rio-blanco-county/
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MHS Drama presented "Emma: A Pop Musical" for its spring performance in April, to rave reviews. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/another-stellar-performance-by-mhs-drama-program/meeker/
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The Meeker Mustang Makeover of 2024 kicks off on Saturday with pick-up day. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/from-scared-to-paired-mustang-journey-starts-saturday/rio-blanco-county/
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With community help, Rangely High School track debuted the pole vault event at their home meet.
https://www.theheraldtimes.com/panthers-debut-pole-vault/sports/
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Even with rain and snow coming this weekend, the time is now to start thinking about your gardening plan. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/358647-2/rio-blanco-county/
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