This photo shows the recent move of major Colowyo Mine mining equipment across Moffat County Road 51, according to information received from Tri-State Generation’s Mark Stutz. BOBBY GUTIERREZ PHOTO Colowyo Mine is transiting its operations from the South Taylor Pit, where it has been producing coal for the last 15[Read More…]
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LOOSE ENDS: Phrases in (and out) of fashion
There are old-time expressions that pop up year after year that serve a variety of purposes. The advertising world counts on them and they are not limited to a particular region. The more modern sayings that we all find ourselves repeating ad-nauseum most likely will be remembered by the generation[Read More…]
EDITOR’S COLUMN: Do your best
Most of us are familiar with the concept of leaving things in better condition than we found them. Whether you’re visiting a park or a campground and you pack out your own trash as well as the litter left by someone else, or you’re staying at a friend’s home as[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT: April 25, 2023
RANGELY | “If you want to get better, you better go learn constantly and get better. And these two guys are the quintessential example of that,” RBC Planner/GIS Director Leif Joy told the board of commissioners Tuesday, referring to Building Inspector Matt Franks and Emergency Manager/Natural Resources Director Eddie Smercina.[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: APRIL 16-22, 2023
ARRESTS There were no arrests for the week of April 16, 2023 CALL SUMMARIES 4/16/2023 @ 11:40 am. A traffic complaint was called into the Rio Blanco County Communications Center near the rest area on Highway 139. The vehicle was reportedly driving in the wrong lane and on the shoulder[Read More…]
Miller Creek closed to motorized and mountain bike use until May 21
MEEKER | The White River National Forest Blanco Ranger District reminds forest visitors that summer motorized use does not begin on Miller Creek Road (FSR 215) until May 21 to protect road conditions. This also applies to mountain bikes and other wheeled vehicles. While this rule has been in place[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR: April 27, 2023
Piceance Mustang Auction April 28-29 MEEKER | Don’t miss your chance to bid on a Piceance mustang during Meeker Mustang Makeover’s pick-up day event. Public viewing of the horses up for adoption will be from 12 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 28 and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April[Read More…]
CNCC cybersecurity program preparing today’s learners for immediate opportunities
RANGELY | This is SPARTA! Another incredible achievement for students at Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) — the cybersecurity program participated in the National Cyber League 2023 competitions in April and achieved competitive scores. The competition serves as an experience for students to practice their skills and tools in a[Read More…]
Obituary: William “Bill” Carl Hall
William “Bill” Carl Hall Oct. 3, 1961 ~ April 16, 2023 With heavy hearts, we temporarily say goodbye to this very accomplished, kind and generous man. He was a fearless man who embodied hard work, dedication and charity in all areas of his life. Born in Meeker, Colorado, the second[Read More…]
Rangely baseball takes two league victories
Courtesy Photos RANGELY | Starting the league schedule off with two wins to take the top spot in the Western Slope 2A Conference was the Panthers one goal heading into their home opener against the Grand Valley Cardinals. The two games were the first varsity games to take place in[Read More…]
Meeker competes at Coal Ridge and Rangely
MEEKER | The track team kicked off a weekend full of meets Friday at Coal Ridge for their annual invitational. Placing in the top six at Coal Ridge: The girls 4×100 meter relay took fourth place. The team members are Ellie Hossack, Jayde Turner, Adi Selle and Ainsley Selle. The[Read More…]
Panther track hosts home meet
Courtesy Photos RANGELY | This past weekend the Rangely High School track and field team had the privilege of staying home for the Rangely Panther Invitational. The team proved to be the masters of their own track, bringing home numerous personal bests, a few school and class records, and lots[Read More…]