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Energy operators meet with county officials

RBC I Rio Blanco County commissioners and road and bridge personnel met last week with several energy operators working in the county and members of the Western Slope Colorado Oil and Gas Association (WSCOGA) to discuss alternatives to the county’s impact fees.

Hoops …

Meeker’s Cole Rogers finished second in 8-9 year old division of the state competition of the Elks National “Hoop Shoot” Free Throw Contest, making 19 of 25 free throws last weekend in Salida.

Letter to the Editor: Cottage Law

Dear Editor: I would like to bring attention to a Colorado bill that is currently going through the process of becoming law, that is House Bill 1027. This bill was started by my sister. A few years a go her husband was laid off. They have two kids and my[Read More…]

Award …

The first Chevron Natural Resources Scholarship was recently awarded to Taylor Poos-Benson (right) of Morrison, Colo. Jeff Roedell (left) from the local Chevron office was on hand to congratulate Taylor and to present his award certificate.

Rio Blanco County Days Gone By

The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago n One of the most enjoyable social affairs of the winter was the “Pumpkin Rollers” dance, given last evening by Charley Bloomfield and his fellow dry farmer of Oakridge park. n The Gem theatre picture shows are good; Thursday, Saturday and Sunday nights.

Letter to the Editor: Amick family expresses thanks

Dear Editor: The family of Sarah Elizabeth Kathryn Delaney Amick wishes to extend their sincere appreciation and heartfelt gratitude to all of the family and friends of Elizabeth who so kindly attended the Rosary service and Mass of the Christian Burial conducted Feb. 18 at Holy Family Catholic Church.