Dear Editor: The Yellow Jacket Water Conservancy district announces the initiation of the Yellow Jacket Water Storage Feasibility Study.
Latest News
Barrel racing in Rangely May 14
There will be lots of barrel racing on Saturday, May 14, in Rangely at the Rio Blanco County Outdoor Arena. This doubleheader is a sponsored race of the National Barrel Horse Association Colorado District 10 (NBHACO-10).
Chamber gears up for project
Wonderful sunshine, blooming flowers, green grass and fun community events go hand in hand! With the welcoming of spring and summer, the Meeker Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for many events.
Up and Down El Rio Blanco: No Secrets
Maybe 15 or 20 years ago, I remember a brochure distributed by the Meeker Chamber of Commerce with the tag line “Colorado’s Best Kept Secret.” Unfortunately (or some might argue fortunately), try as we might to get the word out, Meeker still might be Colorado’s best kept secret.
Meeker Locals
Tis the middle of May, can you believe it? If you’re a gardener, wait for LO7 to be free of snow to gauge the right time to plant, according to local legend. If you have local gardening wisdom to share, please send it to Harold and we’ll share it in[Read More…]
Loose Ends: A tree grows in Meeker
Someone should declare a do-over for the tree planting part of the Arbor Day celebration. While it was officially celebrated a week or so ago across the state, there has been no word about how the high-country communities still digging out from the long winter actually commemorated it.
6 brains are better …
Gracie Bradfield, Kenzie Turner, Lila Klinglesmith, Kale Burke, Charlie Day and Pake Burke, members of the Destination/Imagination team Six Brains are Better than One, performed the skit that qualified the team for the International Global Finals in Knoxville, Tenn., later this month.
Love of a Lifetime: Charles & Muriel Devereaux
Charles and Muriel Devereaux have lived in the Meeker area for the majority of their lives and share a tangible love still evident after more than 50 years. Their eyes light up when they talk about each other.
Classifieds: 5/12/2011
Classified Ads for 05/12/11 ANNOUNCEMENTS ATV, Boat and Snowmobile Owners! You can now renew your Colorado OHV registrations online 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…]
Dear Editor: Don’t be a bystander
Dear Editor: You’re out, and you think you saw something. You’re not sure; maybe it was nothing. So, you simply keep walking. The next day you hear the news. Someone needed your help, but you didn’t know what to do. April was Sexual Abuse Awareness Month; it was also your[Read More…]
Health fair
Rangely Junior/Senior High School held its annual RJSHS Health Fair last week, involving several local organizations. Senior Eric Black and sophomore Myriah Moreno pose in some pretty hot outfits, provided by the local fire district. Photos by Cody Brunton
Dear Editor: Need comprehensive energy strategy
Dear Editor: The increase in gasoline prices reflects the instability in the Middle East and attendant speculation in the oil markets.
