Thanks from Clarks Dear Editor:Roger and Janet Clark want to thank J.D. Amick and his grandson, the Meeker ambulance, search and rescue department, sheriff’s department and PMC for their quick response and help when Roger’s knee gave out and he fell. Meeker is a special place to live and has[Read More…]
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EDITOR’S COLUMN: Thoughts and prayers
As I write this, we’ve been focused on graduation for two weeks, our eyes on a group of young people filled with hope as their families, friends and communities launch them into the future. Also as I write this, my news feed is overflowing with reports of children and teachers,[Read More…]
Fire Prevention, Part 4
If fire threatens your house and property, please be prepared to evacuate if needed. As the recent Marshall fire demonstrates yet again, you could have 20 minutes or less to evacuate. Work out and document a plan with your family while you are calm. Perhaps the hardest part is considering[Read More…]
Mac is more than the name of the truck in the movie “Cars”
There is much confusion in Scottish surnames. Think of a clan as more of a tribal association rather than a family hereditary. “Mc” or “Mac” prefixes to a surname are pretty much interchangeable. “Mc” is more prevalent in Scotland. “Mac” is used more by the Irish. “Mac” just means ‘son[Read More…]
Go forth …
Graduation speakers fill their speeches each May and June with words of wisdom that they hope the listeners will carry forward to all of the opportunities and changes that await them. If they are successful, the graduating class for which these words were originally written will recall them. Some of[Read More…]
SUMMER MEAL BOXES …
The Rio Blanco County Department of Human Services was busy this week preparing non-perishable boxes for the school districts. These boxes contain non-perishable items for children in need of summer meals. The boxes were delivered to schools on Wednesday, May 25. Thank you to Carmen McKay (Eligibility Supervisor), Nabila Mason[Read More…]
V. Brown qualifies for state golf
MEEKER | Hailey Knowles and Vivian Brown represented the Meeker Cowboys on the links this week for the 3A Western Slope League golf tournament. Brown shot a 109 and Knowles shot a 118 on very fast greens in inclement weather. ”They were thinking of postponing regionals until Wednesday but per[Read More…]
Rangely School Board welcomes new principal Chris Miller
RANGELY | At the May 17, 2022, school board meeting, the board approved the contract for Chris Miller, Jr./Sr. High School Principal. Superintendent Matt Scoggins offered recognition to Miller and is excited to have him with the district. Miller hails from St. Louis and has lived, worked and played in[Read More…]
Commissioners hear updates
RBC | Virginia “Ginny” Love was officially sworn in as the District 1 Rio Blanco County Commissioner between work sessions on Tuesday. Commissioners Ty Gates and Jennifer O’Hearon interviewed Jessica Franks as a candidate for one of two open seats on the county’s planning commission, and officially appointed her during[Read More…]
Rangely track takes 16 to state competition
RANGELY I The Rangely Panthers track and field took 16 athletes to the state games held on May 19-22. They were originally scheduled for May 19-21, but because of weather, the competition were postponed for a day. The meet started Thursday with prelims for several of the events and some[Read More…]
Meeker tracksters run and jump at state
MEEKER | State track was thwarted by Mother Nature and a strong winter storm that moved into the region Thursday, but not before some of the tracksters were able to compete in beautiful 89 degree and sunny weather. “Our kids are so versatile and easy going,” commented head coach Hallie[Read More…]
Gilbert pleads guilty
RBC | Rangely resident Roy Gilbert, 42, entered a guilty plea for three counts of Class 4 felony sexual assault on a child under the age of 15 in a May 17 court hearing. The remainder of the charges filed against him were dismissed as part of the plea agreement.[Read More…]
