Michelle Sue Daugherty Whited Dec. 6, 1967~Oct. 19, 2017 Michelle Sue Daugherty Whited was born Dec. 6, 1967, to Gale and Suzie Daugherty, in Gordon, Neb. Michelle passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Oct. 19, 2017, at her home in Meeker, Colo. She is survived by her[Read More…]
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{Guest Column} Domestic violence (Part 3 of 4): Who is the abuser?
By Teresia Rose-Reed Special to the Herald Times RBC | Abusers use a variety of tactics to manipulate you and exert their power: Dominance—Abusive individuals need to feel in charge of the relationship. They will make decisions for you and the family, tell you what to do, and expect you[Read More…]
County interests meet on river algae issue
RBC | More than three dozen people gathered at the sheriff’s office conference room in Meeker last Friday morning to continue addressing why we’re experiencing such bothersome summer algae blooms in the ecological heart of our community—the White River. Led by Rio Blanco Commissioner Si Woodruff, with Commissioner Jeff Rector[Read More…]
Mustang football ends season…
BMS girls’ volleyball…
Morlan receives plaque from Forest Service for road and bridge help
RBC | At the regular county commissioners meeting held in Meeker on Monday, the commissioners heard thanks from Rural School Committee member Janet Clark for their help with the restoration of the Coal Creek school. Clark also told the commissioners that their committee has been awarded a Stephen H. Hart[Read More…]
Obituary: Duane Daniel Kisse
Duane Daniel Kisse March. 6, 1937~Oct. 18, 2017 Duane Daniel Kisse was born March 6, 1937, in Halliday, N.D. to Daniel and Annetta (Lubke) Kisse. He passed away in his home in Colorado City, Colo., on Oct. 18, 2017. Duane attended Halliday public schools and graduated in 1954. In 1956,[Read More…]
Halloween Open House at the Wing
MEEKER | Come join the Halloween fun at the Walbridge Wing on Oct. 31 during their open house from 6-8 p.m.
Water treatment plant rehab nears completion
RANGELY | With Rangely’s Water Treatment Plant nearing completion of a five year and $6 million rehabilitation project the town won’t be able to spend much time resting before beginning another major renovation, this time on the Waste Water Treatment Facility. Town Manager Peter Brixius says the Water Treatment Plant[Read More…]
Bugling & Camouflage Contest…
Search for Ruffner continues
RBC | Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the disappearance of Peter Ruffner. The Sheriff’s Office requested the help of Colorado Bureau of Investigations, CBI. CBI is working together with the RBCSO in conducting interviews and reviewing all leads that result from the interviews and from the search[Read More…]
Meeker Craft and Gift Show returns Nov. 3-4; sponsored by the Ladies Social Club
MEEKER | The community is invited to enjoy the many talents and accomplishments of our local and area crafters Friday, Nov. 3 and Saturday, Nov. 4 at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds. It’s a great time to pick up one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones, and handmade décor for your[Read More…]
