RANGELY I Rangely High School’s track teams competed in the Frank Woodburn meet at Stoker Stadium in Grand Junction on Saturday. Many of the athlete’s times are dropping in the running events and distances are increasing in the field events. With considerations to weather, practice arrangements, and running against the[Read More…]
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Obituary: Marianna Raftopoulos
Marianna Mahleres Raftopoulos passed away April 14, 2010, at her home in Craig, Colo., at 8 a.m, after an 11-year battle with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia.
Meeker, Rangely peewee wrestlers compete
MEEKER I The annual Casey Turner Memorial peewee wrestling tournament will be Saturday at Meeker High School, with the morning session beginning at 9. Meeker peewee wrestlers have competed in three tournaments so far this season, including a tournament in Hayden last Saturday, in preparation of hosting their own this[Read More…]
Letter: Schools’ job to teach
In response to the letter printed on April 8 regarding the four-day school week, I would remind the readers that it is the job of the schools to educate, not to provide daycare, parenting services and a moral compass. Remember that the family is the backbone of our society, and[Read More…]
Letter: Remember, affirm life
Probably since near the dawn of time men who, for whatever reason, were bent on the destruction of their fellow man did so by making them seem, somehow, less than human. It was a tactic used to justify slavery in colonial America and one also employed by Hitler against the[Read More…]
Letter: Father thanks community
Thank you, Rangely. I cannot explain the hurt from the loss of my daughter, and I know that many have experienced the same, but also know that some are not as fortunate as me, and I am saying this in regard to the support that I have received from the[Read More…]
Letter: Candidate to try again
I would like to thank all 213 voters that supported me in the election, I really appreciate your support and because of you I intend to try again. I’ll be back. Thanks again.
Voters to decide about Rangely Hospital proposal
RANGELY I Ballots were mailed last Friday, asking voters to support a $38.7 million bond election to build a new hospital. Results, however, won’t be known until May 4. That is the deadline for returning ballots in the special district election.
Letter: Outgoing mayor says thanks
It has been my pleasure and honor to serve on the Rangely Town Council for the past seven years, with six of those years as mayor. We have a great town manager and staff and I have truly enjoyed working with them all.
Potato bake to benefit Masonic scholarships
MEEKER I The public is invited to the annual potato bake on Wednesday, April 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge at Seventh and Park. Baked potato, dessert, salads and drinks are $8 per person.
Letter: RBC surveyor bids farewell
After 34 years in public office as your county surveyor, I gave my last speech to the Republican Party County Assembly April 11. Most of what you read here was presented at that meeting. So I would like to share with you the last 34 years in a brief few[Read More…]
Letter: Thanks for helping hand
I feel very fortunate to live in this community, a place where everyone is so willing to lend a helping hand. Thank you for all that you do — Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office, Meeker Fire Department and White River Electric!
