MEEKER | The second annual Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan (ERBM) Recreation and Park District Metal Art Competition was held during Meekerpalooza on Saturday, June 3. Kyle Stewart, from Rangely, came away with top honors for his piece titled “Best Friend,” which is made from metal and wire. Stewart was awarded[Read More…]
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TANK kicks off 2017 season June 16
RANGELY | The TANK Center for Sonic Arts kicks off its 2017 season with Sound Circle, an 18-voice women’s a cappella ensemble. Join us for “Widening Circles,” a free concert at Rangely High School on Friday, June 16 at 5 p.m. The concert will last for 70 minutes with no[Read More…]
Cowboy poetry returns to Meeker once again
Annual Kenney Reservoir Fishing Derby results and photos
RANGELY | With 94 registered and more than $5,000 in sponsored cash and prices, the annual Kenney Reservoir Fishing Derby was a resounding success. Prizes included gift certificates, merchandise, cash, ice cream, youth and adult fishing equipment, and more. Youth Results 6 and under Longest fish Kylor Henson 14-7/8” channel[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: Lemon juice is not an invisibility cloak
The fool doth think he is wise, but the wise man knows himself to be a fool.” —Touchstone, in As You Like It by William Shakespeare. In the 1990s two Cornell scientists were inspired by a would-be thief who believed that by covering his face in lemon juice he’d be[Read More…]
Cardile named to dean’s list
MEEKER | Emily Cardile has been named to the dean’s list at Western State Colorado University for the 2017 spring semester. The academic dean’s list recognizes full-time students who have attained a semester grade-point average of 3.7 or higher.
Plein Air competition starts June 15
MEEKER | The sixth annual Plein Air Meeker art competition starts Thursday, June 15. Painters will have 15 days to paint, culminating in a public art show and auction during the annual 4th of July celebration. Come see the impressive collection of art inspired by the Town of Meeker and[Read More…]
105th annual Old Timers reunion goes off without a hitch
RBC | Like they wrote on the program, “Not many parties last 105 years.” But this one has. Started in 1912, the Rio Blanco County Pioneers Association “Old Timers” dinner and reunion came off like a charm Saturday at the Freeman Fairfield Community Center in Meeker. Like this writer, many[Read More…]
Classifieds: June 8, 2017
Ads for 6/8/17 **ANNOUNCEMENTS** Colorado Volleyball Officials Associatin (CVOA) is looking for those interested in becoming a certified official. This certification allows you to officiate high school and middle school games. The certificate process begins in late July. Call or text 970-942-7500 if interested. ASPEN LEAF DENTAL OFFICE Dr. Cliff[Read More…]
Community Calendar: June 8, 2017
– Project 45 (Main Street) is having a public open house /networking event Monday, June 12 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the library. Please plan to attend. – Mountain Valley Bank will be doing a “Lobby Blitz” every Wednesday to provide customers with a one on one online banking and mobile[Read More…]
More than 80 participate in ERBM Park to Art races
MEEKER | The second annual Park to Art races, sponsored by the ERBM Recreation and Parks District, drew more than 80 runners participating in three different races and several age divisions for both genders. The 5K, 10K and half-marathon incorporated trail and road running through the Phillip and Dorcas Jensen[Read More…]