The sky was smokey from fires in western states but the view from the top of the China Wall north of Meeker was still spectacular.
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First anniversary for Pioneers Healthcare Foundation
MEEKER I In June 2011, Pioneers Healthcare Foundation held its formation meeting. Twelve months later PHF is proud of the progress the organization has made.
Mr. Love goes to Washington …
Sam Love, son of Sam and Ginny Love of Meeker, was accepted for an internship in Congressman Tipton’s office in Washington, D.C., and started Aug. 13.
WRBM takes charge of Septemberfest activities
RANGELY I After years of playing a major role in Septemberfest activities, the Western Rio Blanco Metropolitan Recreation and Park District (WRBM) has become the event’s sole coordinator.
Coed Softball championship scheduled for tonight
MEEKER I Rain delayed the start of the annual coed softball tournament sponsored by the ERBM Recreation and Park District by one day. Although the teams at press time had not been determined, the championship game(s) will be played tonight at Paintbrush Park starting at 8:15 p.m.
Home of: Kevin and Jolene Carlson
RANGELY | Kevin and Jolene Carlson of Rangely are this week’s “home of” honorees.
Regulation without representation: protecting yourself
MEEKER I Harriet M. Hageman, a water, natural resource and agriculture attorney from Cheyenne, Wyo., will be speaking at the fairgrounds in Meeker on Aug. 29.
News Briefs: Aug. 16, 2012
Dog wash in Rangely Aug. 19 RANGELY | Make plans to attend the Dog Wash Aug. 19 at Elks Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come get your dog washed and support the Rangely Animal Shelter.
Local saddlemaker shares passion for his craft
MEEKER I Bob Klenda’s most recent award-winning piece was a beautiful leather heart that earned “Best of Show.” The piece is symbolic of the volunteerism he and Mike Brennan give to the local 4-H club and other community members.
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Dedicated…
The 2012 RBC Fair book was dedicated to Rangely native Bill Hume, right, who was acknowledged by fair board president Ed Coryell for his contributions and dedication over the years to the RBC 4-H programs.
ERBM strategic plan draft presented
MEEKER I Consultants from GreenPlay, LLC, who were retained by the Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan Park and Recreation District’s board of directors to facilitate development of strategic planning, presented a first draft of the strategic plan for future development.
