While at the State Legislature, I often talk to colleagues about the Western Slope Way. On the Western Slope, we are proud of our way of life. We support each other. I am continually impressed by the dedication of the people who live in Northwest Colorado, I am proud to[Read More…]
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Superintendent shares statement on unloaded firearm at high school
A letter sent to Meeker High School parents Monday notified them that a Meeker High School student brought an unloaded firearm to school. According to the letter, the firearm was in the student’s backpack. Other students shared this information with school staff. Upon receiving this information, the backpack was in[Read More…]
Meeker’s ‘flying cowboy’ qualifies for Western State Circuit Finals
Meeker High School alumnus Kasey Rosendahl qualified for the Western States Circuit Finals Rodeo last weekend in Loveland, Colorado, in the saddle bronc riding event. Rosendahl graduated in 2017, and started riding broncs that summer, then earned a rodeo scholarship to attend Casper College, receiving a degree in 2023. Rosendahl[Read More…]
CNCC to offer dental hygiene BAS
PRESS RELEASE This January Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) will begin offering a Bachelors of Applied Science (BAS) in Dental Hygiene. The BAS in Dental Hygiene is the first ever bachelor’s degree being offered at CNCC which historically has focused on career and technical education programing, two-year associate degrees, and[Read More…]
County public health may lose state grant funding
The Rio Blanco County Board of Health — the three commissioners, the public health director and the public health nurse — convened Tuesday in Rangely. Public Health Director Makayla Sheridan said the department is ready to submit its Community Health Assessment and Public Health Improvement Plan to the state. The[Read More…]
OKTOBERFEST
Rangely celebrated Oktoberfest put on by the Chamber. The pumpkin carving contest (top) was judged by the Rangely PD and Tim Webber (center.) (Center) winners were Riley Robie (12-17 Age Group), Tucker Raby (6-11 Age Group) and Morgan Raby (5 & Under Age Group.) Other festivities included free carriage rides[Read More…]
Does your dog’s nose change color in winter?
It is that time of year, where I notice my golden retriever’s nose is starting to fade from a dark brown to light mauve color. This is due to a somewhat mysterious condition called snow nose. Snow nose, also known as “winter nose” or “hypopigmentation,” refers to a condition in[Read More…]
Cowboys maintain playoff hopes after 41-6 loss
Cowboy football is now 5-3 after a 41-6 loss against Teton High School, from Driggs, Idaho. “I don’t know that it was ideal for us but better than having a seven game season,” commented head coach Andy Coreyll. It was a tough week in Cowboy country with the loss of[Read More…]
MHS volleyball senior night full of heart
Tuesday was senior night for Cowboy volleyball and potentially the final home game of the year for this group of girls. “I’m so proud of how the girls handle this rough week,” began head coach Greg Cravens. “We talk about how volleyball is a good escape from all the things[Read More…]
RHS volleyball celebrates winning streak
On Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, the Rangely Panther volleyball team dominated Soroco High School, sweeping the match 3-0 (25-14, 25-23, 25-12). Annika Cantrell led the charge with nine kills, supported by Lexi LeBleu’s three. Kaitlyn Cox’s 16 service points and five aces added to their success, while Addison Scott and[Read More…]
Two Panther harriers head to state
The Rangely Panthers high school cross country teams traveled to Dolores for the state qualifying Colorado 2A Region 4 Championships. Taya Wren, Courntey Casto, and Macy Morgan lined up first. Freshman Wren secured a spot at state, getting towards the front of the race early and racing to a fourth[Read More…]
MHS XC places 12th at regionals
Rollins heading to state competition. Meeker’s cross country team traveled to Dolores for the 2A Region 4 meet on Friday. Telluride was the host school this year, and held the meet on the Boggy Draw trails. The girls raced first, and Haylee Steele managed the course in 29:03, finishing 68th[Read More…]
