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Police Blotter: July 31, 2008
Activity for July 18-July 24, 2008
Women repeat victory in annual Rangely Cup
RANGELY — The fourth annual Rangely Cup matches were held Friday, Saturday and Sunday. This is a duel between the men and women golfers with play set up similar to the Ryder Cup match play format. Each match is worth one point and in the event of a tie, players[Read More…]
Bolger takes title in senior shooting competition
RANGELY — Rangely 4-H Shooting Sports Kids did great at the Rio Blanco County Shoot-off in Meeker Saturday, July 19.
Meeker Locals: July 31, 2008
MEEKER — On Sunday morning, a fellow riding a bicycle along County Road 8 called police to report he had been assaulted by a, well, uh, ahem — a donut.
Looking Back: Whatever happened to the Rio Theater?
Have you ever had an extended conversation with anyone who has spent their entire life here?
Energy companies honored
RBC — Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Executive Director Harris Sherman presented the 2007 Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) Outstanding Operations Awards on July 10 at the COGA Rocky Mountain Natural Gas Strategy Conference held at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver.
Makin’ Bacon Swine Club is ready for fair
RANGELY — The Rangely Makin’ Bacon Swine Club held its monthly meeting on July 22. Leader Debbie Smith went over final fair preparations.
Meeker Recreation Center News: July 31, 2008
n The MRC swimming pool will close early at 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 1 and at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 2.
Town faces up to past, does right thing with powwow
RBC — Meeker has been receiving its share of criticism — some would say deservedly — for its unwelcoming attitude toward outsiders. But it did itself proud last weekend. Based on the number of recent letters to the editor, as well as comments I hear on the street, there must[Read More…]
Letters to the Editor: July 31, 2008
Dear Editor,
Let’s hear it for those on the front lines
RBC — After reading the Rocky Mountain News series about abused children, we have decided that the News deserves a pat on the back for at least recognizing the problems that exist in the Denver area, and a slap on the hand for crucifying those who are trying to alleviate[Read More…]




