Meeker | The Barone Middle School seventh graders started off the season on fire with a 40-0 win over the Rifle Bears. “There were many notable athletes in that game and everyone did their part, commented head coach Jeremy Woodward. “In particular Lawson Anderson not only had a fantastic game[Read More…]
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Rangely students take to the skies for drone aviation program
RANGELY | Ten students and two teachers from Rangely High School participated in the 2023 Drone Aviation Pathways Summer Program at CSU in Fort Collins, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at high school students and instructors across Colorado. The 2023 Drone Aviation Pathways Summer Program empowered high school students and educators,[Read More…]
ERBM talks 2024 budget
MEEKER | ERBM Recreation District’s board of directors had a short meeting Aug. 15, 2023, discussing 2024 budget overview and upcoming process, addressing accessibility/safety concerns, and the Circle Park improvement project for which the district is currently seeking contract proposals. During regular business the board approved the creation of an[Read More…]
BLM seeks public input on new recreation plan
RBC | The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is welcoming public input on a plan to inform recreation management on America’s public lands. The new Blueprint for 21st Century Outdoor Recreation will guide Bureau decisions to proactively meet modern demands for exceptional and unique outdoor experiences, complementing the significant public[Read More…]
Days Gone By
The Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Arthur Critchlow was in from Piceance during the early part of the week and reports material progression in his section. Among the most notable improvements is that of the new school house on upper Piceance. It is a stone structure, large enough to[Read More…]
Moon Lake BBQ
Moon Lake Electric showed its appreciation for members at a well-attended annual barbecue last week in Rangely.
Summer Send – Off
Mountain Valley Bank hosted their annual Summer Festival downtown last Saturday. The event provides an opportunity for local nonprofits like HopeWest to raise funds by providing activities and treats to festival-goers. Everyone who attends receives $5 in “Bank Bucks” from MVB to spend at the booths. Participants could trade tickets[Read More…]
AG WEISER VISIT
LUCAS TURNER photo Colorado State Attorney General Phil Weiser and staff visited with hospital staff and local representatives at Pioneers Medical Center last week. Discussion revolved around Meeker’s potential, including outdoor recreation, county-owned fiber and low crime rates, and limiting factors like lack of housing and childcare. Weiser also surveyed[Read More…]
Rio Happenings: Aug. 20 – 26, 2023
ARRESTS A 39 yr old male was arrested 8/22 on an aggravated motor vehicle theft. He is still in custody. A 42 yr old male was arrested 8/26 on a RBC felony warrant. He is still in custody. CALL SUMMARIES 8/20/2023 @ 5:15 pm. There was a disturbance at the[Read More…]
Algae bloom at Lake Avery has not shown signs of toxicity
RBC | Signs warning residents about an algae bloom that were posted at Lake Avery in August caused some alarm regarding the potential for toxic blue-green algae that can harm humans and animals. Laboratory testing conducted by Colorado Parks and Wildlife indicates the blue-green algae present at Lake Avery this[Read More…]
Community Calendar
Auditions for Seussical Jr. MEEKER | Auditions for the fall production of Seussical Jr. the Musical for third through eighth graders will be Friday, Sept. 1 at 10 a.m. at the MHS auditorium. If you would like to be considered for a part with lines and solo singing, please prepare[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: What’s Next?
The recent decision by the Rio Blanco County Commissioners and Public Health to stop providing Covid vaccines through the taxpayer-funded public health department has raised valid questions about government overreach, personal freedom, and the right to choose. It’s exactly the same debate we all had (and are apparently going to[Read More…]
