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Guest Column: Mother’s Day during COVID-19

MEEKER I Here we go, one more thing that will be far from normal, Mother’s Day. While we are social distancing and restaurants are closed, the traditional ways of honoring our mothers are also left behind. Hosting family meals, dining out or sending fresh flowers feel like luxuries these days.[Read More…]

May 9, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Colorado journalists come together to tell the state’s COVID-19 story

RBC | It’s an unprecedented time. Years ago journalists battled one another to get “the scoop” on a story. Today they’re coming together to tell the stories of their communities and share those stories freely. Dozens of news outlets across the state — newspapers, TV, radio and digital media —[Read More…]

April 26, 2020 by Niki Turner Comments are Disabled

Less child abuse and neglect calls during COVID-19 could signal underreporting

RBC | While calls have been down during the stay-at-home orders, Rio Blanco County Human Services Director Barb Bofinger says that may actually be cause for concern. “There aren’t eyes on these kids like there normally are,” Bofinger told the Board of County Commissioners by phone Tuesday. Without teachers and[Read More…]

April 25, 2020 by editor 2 comments

You can now self-report COVID-19 symptoms

RBC | The Rio Blanco County Department of Public Health has created a self-reporting form for residents with symptoms of COVID-19. If you or a member of your household have symptoms, you’re asked to complete the self-screening form online at https://www.rbc.us/592/Coronavirus-Update. The forms, which are anonymous, will be used as[Read More…]

April 10, 2020 by Niki Turner Comments are Disabled

Mind Springs Health offers new mental health support line during COVID-19

RBC | Increased anxiety, stress, and depression are just a few of the negative effects COVID-19 is having on many Coloradoans. Social distancing has intensified existing mental health issues for some, while bringing forth first-time struggles for others. In response to the concerns about increased mental health needs in Western[Read More…]

April 8, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Colorado consumers urged to be diligent about COVID-19 scams

RBC | The Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) is urging consumers to take extra precautions to avoid scams that prey on fears and anxiety related to the spread of COVID-19. During times of emergencies or natural disasters, scammers seek to take advantage of vulnerable populations, and federal agencies are[Read More…]

April 7, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Letters To The Editor

Letter: COVID-19

Dear Editor: COVID 19 is currently in the US today To take its course and then go on its way. No one really knows how long this will be Before we’re back up and running and our kids will run free. One thing’s for sure for us all to see[Read More…]

April 5, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

COVID-19 impacts on agriculture

RBC | In the last few weeks no market has been exempt from the “COVID Effect,” including agriculture. Major market fluctuations and unrest coupled with questions about how to conduct business have left many agricultural producers concerned about their future. Since the pandemic panic hit, the price of live feeder[Read More…]

April 4, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times 1 comment

First positive COVID-19 test reported in RBC

RBC | Rio Blanco County Public Health has reported the first positive COVID-19 test result in the county as of Thursday morning, April 2, 2020. A statement released by RBC Public Health stated, “we affirm the patient has been appropriately isolated and instructed on COVID-19 self-care home recovery procedures. Due[Read More…]

April 2, 2020 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

County

COVID-19 Q&A with RBC County Health Director

RBC | Rio Blanco County Public Health Director Alice Harvey answered several of the many questions her department is receiving about the coronavirus pandemic and local actions during a live online meeting Monday hosted by the Herald Times. (See article for the video.)

March 26, 2020 by Niki Turner Comments are Disabled

Rio Blanco County COVID-19 update for March 23

RBC | Multiple agencies in the county are working together in preparation for any COVID-19 patients. According to a press release from the county Monday, there are no laboratory-confirmed cases in RBC as of today, but with increased testing and cases in surrounding counties it’s expected RBC will have a[Read More…]

March 23, 2020 by Special to the Herald Times 1 comment

Meeker School District closing through March 29 to help limit spread of COVID-19

MEEKER | Meeker School District (MSD) is shutting down through March 29. All school activities, including parent-teacher conferences, have been cancelled. “The primary reason for the school closure is to aid our medical facilities in responding to any community spread,” a letter from Superintendent Chris Selle stated.

March 16, 2020 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled