Letters To The Editor, Opinion

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – April 2nd, 2026

Rio Blanco County Detention Center: Explanation on closure and reopening 

Dear Editor:

I want to take some time to address the reopening of the Rio Blanco County Detention Center, since a couple of people have asked, “Why did we close the jail?”

First, a little personal background. I worked in the old Rio Blanco County Jail from 1996 until 2005, when I transferred to patrol. I truly enjoyed my time there. It was a great…