After hundreds of hours of work, the crazy quilt was raffled at the Christmas Bazaar last Sunday. I just want to say thanks so much to all those in the community who helped by making the quilt squares. Here is a list of all the people who helped to make[Read More…]
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We’re readying ourselves for the annual festival of abundance: Thanksgiving. And while we plan our menus around turkey and stuffing and corn and green bean casserole, a truly authentic Thanksgiving feast wouldn’t have had most of those items. Instead, they ate such delicacies as roasted eel. Try putting that out[Read More…]
Obituary: Josephine Katherine Clapper Feb. 10, 1922~Nov. 5, 2010
Josephine Katherine Clapper Feb. 10, 1922~Nov. 5, 2010 Josephine (Josie) Katherine Davis was born Feb. 10, 1922, to Gene and Helen Davis in Meeker. She left us on Nov. 5, 2010. Josie attended elementary school at the old Rock School on Strawberry Creek and high school in Meeker. She married[Read More…]
Lady Panthers come up short at state
RANGELY I Different year. Different team. Same result. The Lady Panthers lost all three matches at the Class 2A state volleyball tournament last weekend in Denver. Two years ago, the same thing happened.
Patriotism still matters
To some people, patriotism is a big deal. To some, it means nothing. Many people are asking, does patriotism still matter? Nowadays people don’t even know the true definition of patriotism. This country was built by patriots like John Hancock, Sam and John Adams and Betsy Ross.
Letter: Unfair treatment of volleyball team?
I am concerned about how the volleyball girls are being treated by the coach and the athletic director of Rangely High School. I have talked with several mothers whose girls play volleyball. It’s a real concern how the girls are being treated. There are girls who have been put back[Read More…]
Rio Blanco County Days Gone By
The Meeker Herald — 125 years ago • The Meeker school opened Nov. 2 with an attendance of 30. The expected books have not yet arrived. • The bar attached to the Pioneer Hotel is a model of neatness and beauty. Jesse Black will preside behind the mahogany.
Obituary: Carl Brian Rector
Carl Brian Rector April 23, 1941~Nov. 12, 2010 Carl Brian Rector was born on April 23, 1941, to the late Jay and Stella Rector in Redding, Calif. He peacefully joined the kingdom of heaven on Nov. 12, 2010, while in his home in Rangely.
National Weather Service lists winter tips
Winter is just around the corner. When a warning is issued, will you know what it means and will you know how to respond? During this Colorado Winter Weather Prepared-ness Week, review the list of winter weather products, as well as warning and advisory criteria.
KEEPING BUSY: Ed Coryell
Profession, passions keep Meeker’s Ed Coryell on the go MEEKER I Rancher. Branding inspector. School board member. Fair board president. Youth sports referee. Yes, Ed Coryell likes to keep busy. “I don’t know how he does it,” said his son-in-law and ranching partner Shane Phelan. “I know he has a[Read More…]
Patriotism, does it matter?
Patriotism is something we should know the meaning of, whether or not we consider ourselves patriots. It does matter and it should matter to you and your country. Respect is one of the biggest parts of being a patriot. Under this falls the importance of taking your hat off and[Read More…]
Letter: Christmasfest aims to keep Christ in ’fest
I am the new chairwoman for this year’s Rangely Christmasfest. I am honored to wish my whole community a Merry Christmas and to spread joy and good will toward all. Any who would like to lend a hand can contact me at the Rio Blanco County Health and Environment office[Read More…]
