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Young wrestlers travel to Hayden
RBC I The Meeker Youth wrestlers traveled to Hayden on Saturday to compete in what turned out to be their toughest competition so far. Twenty-two kids entered the tournament with 17 wresting in the morning session, which includes ages 8 and under, 6 and under and 4 and under divisions.
New CNCC statue unveiled; capsule delayed by storm
RANGELY I That Colorado Northwestern Community College’s 50-year anniversary celebration culminated in blizzard conditions didn’t faze the approximately 30 people gathered under the Hefley Gym eaves for a time capsule dedication ceremony and unveiling of a new Spartan statue Tuesday afternoon.
MSD offers Goettel one-year contract
MEEKER I The board of trustees of Rio Blanco RE-1 Meeker School District voted unanimously after an executive session on Thursday night to offer current superintendent Susan Goettel a new one-year contract.
Health fairs slated for Saturday
RBC I With health fairs in Meeker and Rangely on Saturday, residents of Rio Blanco County will have two chances to have their health checked for free or low-cost and to gather information regarding known and unknown health problems they may have.
Letter to the Editor: Why health fairs are important
Dear Editor: The health fairs in Meeker and Rangely on Saturday are a great opportunity to think about your own (and your family’s) situation and be sure you have an accurate understanding of your true health. By that, I don’t mean if you just “feel” OK. I encourage you to[Read More…]
RHS to host invite Saturday
RANGELY I “Even though we are dealing with injuries and illnesses, the athletes who are healthy are really stepping it up, which makes me proud,” Panthers head track coach Stephanie Kahler said of her team’s performances over the weekend in Coal Ridge and Glenwood Springs.
Work ethic, good sense, class define Wilbur family
MEEKER I Many people in Meeker are fortunate to have homesteaded land passed down through generations. The work it took to turn those homesteads into real homes is difficult to comprehend, but many of those homesteading families have maintained that work ethic and history for generations.
Spring Expo will fund patient travel
MEEKER I The inaugural Spring Expo event will be held Friday and Saturday at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds in Meeker and is being put on to help raise funds for a local cancer patient.
Rangely Prom is Saturday
RANGELY | The Rangely High School Junior-Senior Prom is Saturday at the Rangely High School auditorium.
Obituary: Vina (Johnson, Klahn) Clapper
I was so fortunate to be raised on my parents’ ranch on the Mesa outside Meeker, Colo. That little town is still somewhat protected from the pitfalls of the big city. Neighbors include everyone who has a Meeker address, and there are generations still calling it home after a hundred-plus[Read More…]
From my window… Dealing with rumors: It happened and it’s time to move on
EDITOR’S NOTE: It is customary for newspapers across the United States to not use the names of juveniles arrested, issued summons or citations. The one exception is when a person under 18 is arrested and charged with a capital felony — most often murder. The reason I am touching on[Read More…]



