Dear Editor: I am writing on behalf of myself and my family to thank those of you that were able to attend my mother’s funeral, and those of you that were not, but held a warm thought for my mother and her passing. A special thank you to those of[Read More…]
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Guest Column: Understanding the caucus process
By Paula Davis Special to the Herald Times RBC | There’s a lot of talk about transparency in government. This transparency is more than just what happens in Commissioner or City council meetings, it’s about having clear and accurate information about what happens at all levels of government. Say you have[Read More…]
Rangely council talks police complaints, predator control
RANGELY | Tuesday the Rangely Town Council held a work session focused on the Rangely Police Department’s (RPD) process of handling complaints following by a regular meeting. The work session began by reviewing the new Community Outreach Program the town and RPD are putting together. The program includes classes focused[Read More…]
ERBM Metal Art Competition canceled
MEEKER | The ERBM Recreation and Park District Metal Art Competition has been canceled for 2018. If you had been working on a sculpture for the competition and would still like to submit for possible display at Town Park, please send photos and a description to Rodney Gerloff at [email protected].[Read More…]
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Rangely senior basketball star Katelyn Brown won’t be going far to play college ball. Brown, a four-year starter for the Panthers, will be playing hoops at Colorado Northwestern Community College next fall. This season Brown has averaged 20.3 points per games, five rebounds per game, along with 3.4 assists and[Read More…]
Register for community ed classes now
Meeker | Spring CNCC Community Education Classes starting late February through March are open for registration. Don’t miss these opportunities to learn or create something new. Microsoft PowerPoint, March 27 and April 3; create dynamic presentations. Mexican cooking, March 28 and April 4; Chef Karla will spice up your Mexican[Read More…]
Guest Column – Violence: How do we deal with it?
By ANTHONY MAZZOLA Special to the Herald Times RBC | In the wake of the Florida school shooting, I have been approached by numerous citizens in the county. I have thought long and hard on the topic, too. The question I get the most is, “What are we going to[Read More…]
Changed meeting dates; BEST request submitted
RBC | Meeker School District Superintendent Chris Selle discussed with the Board of Education at their regular meeting last week submission of the district’s request for a state Building Excellent Schools Today (BEST) grant for construction of a new high school. “We make a compelling case, but it will be[Read More…]
FFA …
National FFA Week was Feb. 21-28. The week-long event began in 1947 during the week of George Washington’s birthday to commemorate his dedication and involvement in agriculture. National FFA Week is a time for members to reflect on the positive impact the organization has had on their lives and to[Read More…]
Landfill coupons in for spring cleaning
RBC | The county continues its annual landfill coupon program again this year. Coupon post cards were mailed Monday to all residents on record. The coupon allows every household in Rio Blanco County to take one load of debris to the Wray Gulch Landfill at no charge. The county offers this[Read More…]
Letter: Thanks to clerk from RBC Republicans
Dear Editor: The Rio Blanco County Republicans would like to thank Debbie Raley with the county clerk’s office for all of the hard work and assistance she provided in preparing for the 2018 election caucuses. When Debbie was unexpectedly placed in the role of having to provide election materials and[Read More…]
Obituary: Glen O. Sutton
Glen O. Sutton aka ‘The Dinosaur Man’ July 6, 1928 ~ Jan. 19, 2018 Glen Oliver Sutton passed away at the age of 89. He was born to Glen D. and Doris Sutton in New Castle, Colo., on July 6, 1928. Glen served in the United States Marine Corps. Glen[Read More…]
