MEEKER | The After the Birth Ball is an annual celebration of the end of calving, lambing and the spring birth season. Join the Friends of the Meeker FFA (501c3) in a fun evening of celebration of for the entire family. All proceeds benefit the Meeker FFA Chapter and all[Read More…]
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Cowboys compete at Grand Valley, Eagle Valley
MEEKER | The Cowboys’ track and field team was busy last weekend, competing in meets in three different locations, with personal bests posted by athletes in all three meets. The Cowboys will compete in Glenwood Springs this weekend, with the pole vaulters competing Friday and the rest of the meet held[Read More…]
Museum asks for return of obituary books
MEEKER | Staff at the White River Museum in Meeker has issued an urgent appeal for the return of the museum’s obituary volumes for the years 2012-14 and 2016-18. The volumes turned up missing about three weeks ago. Museum visitors use the volumes on site to research family history, and[Read More…]
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Anvil Points money is still in the mail
RBC | The $7.2 million check, which was supposed to go out March 29, has yet to arrive, but everyone is already asking for a piece of the pie. “I now know what it’s like to win the lottery, we’re getting so many emails,” said board of county commissioner chair Shawn[Read More…]
Child Find provides health/education screenings for kids from birth to 5
RBC | The Rio Blanco Board of Cooperative Educational Services, or BOCES, is preparing for their annual Child Find event in Meeker on April 13 and Rangely on April 20. Child Find is a free yearly spring event for kids ages birth to five providing a variety of health and educational[Read More…]
Panthers lose two against Basalt Longhorns
RANGELY | The Panthers hosted the Basalt Longhorns in a 2A vs. 3A match in Rangely on Tuesday. The Panthers jumped out to a 3-1 lead in the first two innings behind a strong pitching performance from junior Drew Brannan. The Longhorns took a 4-3 lead after the fourth inning. That[Read More…]
Community Calendar: April 12, 2018
– Father Daughter Ball April 13 from 7-9 p.m. at the Fairfield Center. Fathers and daughters of all ages, join us for the Father Daughter Ball! Register by April 6 for $10/person or pay $15/person at the door. RSVP at the Meeker Recreation Center or by calling 970-878-3403. – Garden Workshop:[Read More…]
Classifieds & Public Notices: April 12, 2018
Ads for 4/12/2018 **ANNOUNCEMENTS** Town of Rangely Pick-Up Days For seniors 65 years of age or those disabled, The Town of Rangely Public Works Department will pick up debris and rubbish by appointment only. Qualified persons must make an appointment by April 24th, 2017. Please sign your Rio Blanco County[Read More…]
Children’s Chorale in Rangely April 27
RANGELY | Since 1974 the Colorado Children’s Chorale has delighted audiences across the globe with their voices, choreography and enthusiasm. They’re coming to Rangely for a free performance Friday, April 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the high school auditorium.
Days Gone By: April 5, 2018
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – Meekerites woke up Wednesday morning to find a heavy fall of snow coming down. The high winds of the two preceding days was a warning that something was going to happen in the way of changed weather-—and it happened. During Wednesday and[Read More…]
Weekly Call Review: April 5, 2018
The following information is a weekly review of the calls for service that were reported to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Communications Office. If you have any questions or would like an explanation of the call types listed please call 878-9600. We will not regularly post any information as to[Read More…]
