The Meeker Cowboys went four out of six in the dual tournament last weekend in Green River, Wyoming. “Overall it was a good weekend,” began head coach JC Watt, “the tournament was competitive and that is how you get better.” At 215 pounds Judd Harvey was the Cowboys’ top performer.[Read More…]
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Panthers fall to Plateau Valley
On Jan. 11, the Rangely Panthers played a tough game against the Plateau Valley Cowboys from Collbran, Colorado. The Cowboys, known for their strong performance and ranked third in 2A, displayed excellent skills and strategy. Plateau Valley started the game with aggressive defense and used their height for an advantage,[Read More…]
RHS wrestlers host tournament
The Rangely Panther wrestling team had a demanding schedule last week. On Thursday, the team traveled to Silt for duals against Coal Ridge and Steamboat Springs. The Panthers faced a narrow defeat against Coal Ridge, losing 30-27 despite wins from Cameron Preciado, Aydan Christian, Ronny Anderson, Izaiah Moody and Jaxon[Read More…]
Days Gone By: January 18, 2024
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Nothing succeeds like the success of some people’s failures. Smallpox is quite the epidemic in various parts of the state, but as yet there are no cases in Meeker. Rifle, however, is said to be afflicted. Irons for the new Miller creek bridge were[Read More…]
Public Notices: January 18, 2024
Board of County Commissioners of Rio Blanco County, Colorado Rio Blanco County Annex,17497 State Highway 64 Rangely, Colorado 81648 Meeting Agenda January 23, 2024 This meeting will be streamed live on the RBC YouTube Channel at: http://youtube.com/c/RioBlancoCountyColorado I. Call to Order 9:00 AM. a) Pledge of Allegiance. b) Public Comment[Read More…]
Avalanche warning issued for Flat Tops; danger high through Thursday
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) has issued an avalanche warning for the Flat Tops mountain range and many other parts of Colorado. Avalanche danger is high (level four of five) according to the CAIC. The warning goes into effect 5 p.m. Monday, January 15 and will remain in place[Read More…]
Update: missing man found dead
El Jebel resident Henry David Twitchell was found dead along Highway 13 on Friday, Jan. 12, according to a release from the Eagle County and Rio Blanco County sheriff’s offices. According to the release: “Rio Blanco County Search and Rescue and a dog from Search and Rescue Dogs of the[Read More…]
Panther boys’ basketball falls to Miners, Rams
On Jan. 5 the Panthers traveled to Hotchkiss, Colorado, to take on the North Fork Miners. The Panthers came out cold in the first quarter and went down 13-6 after the first period. The size and physicality of the Miners were difficult for the Panthers to match as they were[Read More…]
RHS girls rack up two wins
RANGELY | Lady Panthers opened their season after the holiday break by traveling to North Fork High School on Friday, Jan. 5 for a non-league matchup. The lady Panthers found themselves in a position they have not been in before much this year, trailing the Miners 20-12 at halftime. We[Read More…]
Avalanche danger elevated this weekend
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center has issued a special avalanche advisory through Monday, Jan. 15 as additional snow and winds through the holiday weekend increase the avalanche danger statewide. Some areas will see extreme danger. Backcountry recreation seekers are encouraged to adjust weekend plans accordingly and check the forecast.
FAST AND FLURRIEST
ERBM hosted the annual cardboard derby at Paintbrush Park’s sledding hill Saturday morning. Winners included Emery Merrell in the ages three and under category, Dexter Chinn for ages 12 and up and fastest overall, the Waldref family for group/family and Carson Cook and Alejandra Carillo who won ages 8-11 and[Read More…]
WHERE’S THE BEEF?
On Dec. 20-21, 2023, the Rio Blanco Cattlewomen sponsored a beef cook-off for two classes of catering students. The students used sirloin steak provided through a grant from the Colorado Beef Council for their delicious recipes. Each participant received a beef stick and a custom-designed tumbler made by Brenda at[Read More…]
