Historical society annual meeting MEEKER | The annual membership meeting of the Rio Blanco County Historical Society will be Sunday, Jan. 15 at 1 p.m. at the Heritage Culture Center on Park St. Come and renew your membership or join for the first time, enjoy a potluck lunch and entertainment,[Read More…]
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Ragnasplosion!
Meeker High School Drama will present “The Norse Mythology Ragnasplosion!” next weekend and encourages the community to come watch. “This year, we are doing a play by Don Zolidis, favorite playwright of ours from years past. He writes specifically for student performances and for flexible casting,” stated director Shana Holliday.[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: Because I have to think about something besides snow right now
Popcorn is one of the only things you can eat because of an explosion. ~Unknown~ According to an email from The Popcorn Board, next Thursday, Jan. 19 is National Popcorn Day. I don’t know who made that up (people who sell popcorn, most likely) and I don’t care, because I’ve[Read More…]
Loose Ends: Quiet Quitting
Quiet quitters is the phrase used to describe the newest wave of employees answering the profusion of help wanted ads posted in the past year. It doesn’t matter if the opening is filled in an urban or rural area, as a significant proportion of these new hires exhibit the same[Read More…]
Guest Column: World of Cars
Much of my life has revolved around cars and trucks. My favorite toys were Tonka trucks and plastic crash cars. I remember rolling spring-loaded toy cars into the living room wall and squealing with joy as the toy crashed and exploded fenders, bumpers, and other assorted parts. I would collect[Read More…]
Letters to the Editor: Jan. 12, 2023
Thanks for opportunity to serve Dear Rio Blanco County: I want to thank you all for allowing me to represent our amazing County for the last 7 ½ months. It has been a definite honor and privilege to do so. I have met wonderful people, worked with the best employees[Read More…]
Obituary: Roy Norman Light
Dec. 26, 1923 ~ Jan. 5, 2023 Roy Norman Light, age 99, of Meeker, Colorado, died at Colorado State Veterans Home in Rifle, Colorado, on Jan. 5, 2023. Roy was born in Arcata, California on Dec. 26, 1923, to Harry and Annie Light. He was a descendant of the early[Read More…]
Obituary: Patricia Ann Collins Anderson
March 26, 1941 ~ Jan. 4, 2023 Patricia Ann Collins Anderson of Meeker, Colorado passed away peacefully on Jan. 4, 2023. Patty was born March 26, 1941, to Dallas James and Anna Margaret (Burke) Collins. After graduating from Meeker High School in May of 1959, Patty married Alfred Marlin George[Read More…]
Death Notice: Roni Jean Branham
March 4, 1956 – Dec. 19, 2022 Roni Jean Branham of Rangely died Monday, Dec. 19, 2022, at her residence. Services are pending.
Death Notice: Gary Lee Noller
Oct. 27, 1937 ~ Jan. 1, 2023 Gary Lee Noller of Meeker returned to his Heavenly Father on Jan. 1, 2023. There will be a celebration of life honoring Gary in the spring. Donna and Justin wish to thank all neighbors and friends for their love and support through these[Read More…]
Trustees hear CNCC presentation
MEEKER | Meeker trustees heard a presentation by Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) President Dr. Lisa Jones during the first meeting of 2023 on Tuesday, Jan. 10. Jones presented CNCC’s updated strategic plan, noting how aspects of their plan may align with the Town’s plan. Part of the new strategic[Read More…]
CNCC Corner: New year, new plan
Happy 2023! We at Colorado Northwestern are pleased to welcome back students and employees as we embark on this exciting new year. A few months ago, I shared that the college contracted with a consulting firm to identify how we might best invest taxpayer and student dollars in the future[Read More…]