MEEKER | Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan (ERBM) Recreation and Park District will be celebrating Arbor Day with the chance to win one of three trees. To be eligible to win a tree, the public is invited to write a one page essay titled “Why I Want a Tree” and submit[Read More…]
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Reagle memorial service
MEEKER | There will be a memorial service for Mabel “Mickey” Reagle on April 21, 2018, at 11 a.m. at Meeker United Methodist Church with a fellowship reception to follow in Elbert Hall.
Obituary: Leland Earl McClain
Leland Earl McClain May 27, 1929 ~ April 1, 2018 Leland Earl McClain was born to Thomas Winnet McClain and Elsie Anna Schack on May 27, 1929, in Boyero, Colo. He was one of four children. Leland attended school in the Hugo area, having to travel 20 minutes to and[Read More…]
Rangely Pick-Up Days April 24-26
RANGELY | For seniors 65 years of age or disabled individuals, The Town of Rangely public works department will pick up debris and rubbish by appointment only. Qualified persons must make an appointment by April 24. Please sign your Rio Blanco County landfill coupon and give it to the public[Read More…]
‘Ag in Motion’ brings agriculture to elementary students
RBC | There are many youth and adults, particularly in urban areas, who have little knowledge or understanding of how the agricultural industry provides a wide variety of essential consumables sold internationally in stores and other outlets. The Colorado Farm Bureau “Ag in Motion” educational outreach trailer was brought to the[Read More…]
Cedar Ridges golf tournament April 21
RANGELY | The annual Cedar Ridges golf tournament will support the CNCC NIFA team’s trip to national competition. Entry fees are $200 a team or $50 for individuals. For details contact Kris Kauber: [email protected].
Help CNCC’s flight team go to nationals
RANGELY | Show off your skills and help CNCC’s NIFA flight team get to nationals. We are calling all cooks to enter their best rib and/or chili recipe in a winner-take-all contest April 21 at Cedar Ridges Golf Course from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. No entry fee is required,[Read More…]
Choose your weapon wisely (Millennial Musings)
RBC | Shotgun or sniper rifle? It depends on the job you’re trying to do. It’s the same way with news. Do you want a smattering of buckshot—some hits, some misses? Social media is great for this. Quickly get an overview of country and world events by firing up a screen[Read More…]
Learn to cook well on a budget
MEEKER | Need help preparing healthy meals on a limited budget? Sign up for Cooking Matters, a free class held once a week for six weeks. Chefs and dieticians will answer your questions, you’ll eat in class, go home with groceries and have childcare provided. Classes held April 3-May 8[Read More…]
Softball …
The girls’ softball team will host Rangely’s Battle of the Borders tournament this weekend starting Friday. “We are expecting 18 teams on Friday and Saturday to play in the 10U, 12U and 14U divisions,” Rangely coach Paul Fortunato said. “We would like to give a special thank you to Tim[Read More…]
Letter: Hoke announces bid for commissioner’s seat as a write-in candidate
Dear Editor: I would like to thank my friends, family and supporters for the encouragement I have received regarding my candidacy for the Rio Blanco County commissioners seat. Since I am not a quitter and have always finished to the end when I commit to something, I am presenting myself[Read More…]
Fire district board candidates answer questions
By Doc Watson Special to the Herald Times RBC | In an open forum lasting about 75 minutes, some 70 Meekerites gathered at Kilowatt Korner on Monday evening to hear six candidates for two seats on the Rio Blanco Fire Protection District board, voice their views. After some opening remarks[Read More…]
