MEEKER I Two of the three Meeker teenagers injured in a two-vehicle accident on County Road 13 (Flag Creek Road) just before midnight on April 8 are now back at home in Meeker, recovering from their injuries. The third is still hospitalized in serious condition.
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CNCC rodeo team ends regular season No. 2 in U.S.; Onyett is No. 1
RANGELY I “Rodeo fans and Spartan cowboy and cowgirl supporters, we have had another amazing year,” Colorado Northwestern Community College Head Rodeo Coach Jed Moore said Friday.
Letter to the Editor: Final thoughts from Fire Chief Marshall Cook
Dear Editor: This is an open letter to the Meeker Fire & Rescue District Board Members: As I finish my last week here at Meeker Fire & Rescue, I would like to reflect on the last 14 months as your fire chief and give you some parting thoughts I have.[Read More…]
From My Window: Fire chief’s letter reveals problems
Since I was a small child I have often heard two of the silliest of phrases uttered by man: “We’ve never done it that way before,” and, “If it isn’t broke, don’t fix it.”
Free business workshop today in Meeker
MEEKER I The Meeker Chamber of Commerce and Rio Blanco County will offer two subjects in a workshop related to starting a new business in Colorado today and Friday from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Meeker Public Library. Call 970-878-5510 for more info or call to register at 970-243-5242.
Rangely chamber director faces criminal inquiry
RANGELY I Last week, the Town of Rangely announced that Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce Director Kristin Steele was no longer with the chamber.
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Classifieds: April 21, 2016
Ads for 04/21/16 ANNOUNCEMENTS ATV, Boat and Snowmobile Owners! You can now renew your Colorado OHV registrations on line at: www.parks.state.co.us The Rio Blanco Herald Times accepts all major credit cards. You can fax your classified ad or subscription to (970)878-4016 or email to: [email protected] RIO BLANCO Masonic Lodge #80[Read More…]
In RBC, you can text 911, but phone calls best
RBC I What happens if you have an emergency but you’re hearing impaired, have a speech disability or the situation could get worse if you make noise? In most areas of Rio Blanco County, emergency victims now have the option to text to 911. Certainly a sign of progress, but[Read More…]
A Look at the West: Hispanic voters have growing influence in West
RBC I In the midst of the raucous and polarized presidential election, a quieter story has been at play: the growing political clout of Latino voters.
Letter to the Editor: In praise of Meeker’s first responders
Dear Editor: This letter is being written in appreciation of our wonderful, caring, going way beyond-the-call-of-duty Meeker Fire Department and its first responders.
Meeker baseball team victorious at home but falls prey on road
MEEKER I The Meeker varsity and junior varsity baseball teams have played several games the past two weeks, including two at home and two against the No. 1-ranked team in the state, with another tough doubleheader scheduled for Friday in Hotchkiss.
