Dear Editor: I am thanking Pake and Esmeralda for their recent letters. Your letters give me hope, and we all need hope. Your vision and thoughtfulness will contribute to a brighter future for us. I would also like to thank White River Electric for providing the opportunity to Pake and[Read More…]
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Weekly Call Review: March 19-25, 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…]
Letter: Clearing up questions about change of job
Dear Editor: I am writing this letter to simply address continued questions regarding the sudden end of my employment at a local bank in Meeker. I did not quit, my employer terminated my working arrangements there. I feel very fortunate to have a new position with Yampa Valley Bank. This[Read More…]
Pinnacol Assurance issues $179K to RBC employers
RBC | Pinnacol Assurance, Colorado’s leading workers’ compensation insurer, is distributing $179,000 in workers’ compensation dividend checks this month to 228 Rio Blanco County policyholders. In total, nearly 53,000 employers throughout the state—roughly 94 percent of the company’s policyholders—will receive a portion of Pinnacol’s $50 million dividend. Check amounts are calculated[Read More…]
New Moos
Calving and lambing season are in full swing on ranches throughout the county. Jen Hill Photo
Community group outlines activities
RANGELY | Rangely Chamber of Commerce executive director Konnie Billgren gave an energetic presentation of COC activities to more than 20 individuals attending the monthly Rangely Networking meeting at noon Tuesday. Billgren expressed her excitement for getting a “See Rangely” billboard installed on Interstate-70 near Gypsum. Angie Miller, community education and[Read More…]
Letter: Rumors about Certified Local Government impacts are false
Dear Editor: As chair of the board charged with developing the framework for a Certified Local Government (CLG), I am compelled to write this letter to correct misinformation floating around the county concerning this program for landmarking historic properties. There is absolutely nothing in the CLG ordinance that requires anyone[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.
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…]
Diet, nutrition and healthy eating: Part 2 {Guest Column}
By JULIE DRAKE Special to the Herald Times RBC | Rio Blanco County Public Health is offering a series of free cooking classes. Spring classes in Meeker, summer and fall in Rangely. Cooking Matters not only teaches cooking skills, but also nutrition. The concept of choosing nutrient dense foods over empty[Read More…]
Rifle Gap boating season begins March 31; boaters have responsibilities
RBC | Water lovers take note—Rifle Gap State Park, one of Western Colorado’s most scenic and popular outdoor recreation areas, will open its ramps March 31. Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites everyone to come out and enjoy a variety of water-based outdoor recreation, including boating, jet skiing, sailing, water skiing and[Read More…]
Letter: Not enough coverage given to retired serviceman
Dear Editor: A Rangely native, U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant Cody Jackson, retired after serving for more than 20 years for his country, our country. Master Sergeant Jackson served multiple tours around the globe, including Iraq and Kuwait. Master Sergeant Jackson deserved more than 59 words on page six. Being[Read More…]
