The Rangely Panther cross country teams traveled to Colorado Springs to kick off Labor Day weekend at the Cheyenne Mountain Stampede. This is the pre-state course, giving teams an opportunity to gain some familiarity with the course that will host the state championships later this fall. Schools from all divisions[Read More…]
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BULLDOGS BEST PANTHERS …
The Panthers traveled to Dove Creek last Friday night to take on the #4 ranked Bulldogs who dominated the game and the series, having won the last four encounters. Rangely struggled to find any continuity in the running game, but did find a few bright spots passing. Kobey Chism was[Read More…]
Cowboys lose to Limon; play Skiers Friday at home
22 Clay Crawford and #19 Casey Brink make a play against Limon’s defense. The Cowboys lost 14-42. | TIFFANY JEHOREK PHOTO The Meeker Cowboys knew that anytime they travel to Limon they can expect a strong team that battles and is very quick and that was exactly who they met.[Read More…]
Festival Results…
The Summer Festival, sponsored by Mountain Valley Bank, WREA and ERBM, at the end of August generated over $13,000 net profit by 17 different local fundraising groups, according to bank president Tawny Halandras. The festival gives nonprofit organizations and fundraising groups an opportunity to raise money for their programs. More[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: August 29 – September 4, 2022
ARRESTS 43 year old male was arrested on 9/2/2022 by Rangely PD on a protection order violation. Subject was given a cash/surety bond. CALL SUMMARIES 8/29/2022 @ 4:34 am. A single vehicle rollover accident occurred at approximately the 33 mile-marker Highway 13. The single occupant was injured and was subsequently[Read More…]
Volunteers needed for fence removal project Sept. 24-25
What better way to celebrate Public Lands Day than removing barbed wire fencing on public lands to improve critical mule deer and elk habitat? Backcountry Hunters and Anglers (BHA) have partnered with Colorado Parks and Wildlife to do just that in the northwest region of Colorado and need volunteers. Participate[Read More…]
NEWS NOTES: Sept 8, 2022
Fair board public input meetings tonight RBC | Public input meetings for the Fair Board will be held Thursday, Sept. 8 at 6 p.m. in Meeker at the Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall and at the County Annex Building in Rangely. Debates Sept. 10 RBC | Candidates for Colorado House District 26,[Read More…]
CELEBRATING SEPTEMBERFEST …
The Spartan Ball Drop and Carnival, part of Septemberfest activities at Cedar Ridges Golf Course, involved the dropping of labeled golf balls over a target. | KATIE KING PHOTOS
BACK TO THE CLASSIC …
This year’s Meeker Classic began bright and early Wednesday, Sept. 7. Above, Rob Miller and dog Ben of Middleton, ID, work sheep during a preliminary run. Find the schedule for the weekend, including runs, demos, exhibits and plenty more, at www.meekersheepdog.com. | CAITLIN WALKER PHOTOS
Cowboy volleyball heads to Delta and Limon
MEEKER I A big weekend for Cowboy volleyball, especially for the C and JV teams as they had a flurry of games Friday and Saturday. A newly added tournament just last week in Grand Valley meant that most of the girls got a lot of court time and over six[Read More…]
LAZY SUMMER DAYS …
A lazy summer Sunday in Meeker with kids, bikes, a dog and an afternoon storm rolling in. | STEPHANIE KOBALD PHOTO
PANTHERS V. BUFFALOS …
The Rangely Panthers hosted the Caliche Buffalos last Friday. The Panthers lost 46-20 in their home opener. Marstan Wagner rushed for three touchdowns and 166 yards, while Kobe Chism rushed for 73 yards. The Panthers struggled to throw the football, throwing for only eight yards on 11 attempts. Gage Fielder[Read More…]