RANGELY | Dedication, hard work and charismatic interpersonal skills are key to achieving your dreams. These guiding principles are what make our country and communities great. When you meet Autumn Curdy of Rangely, it is easy to see these traits reflected in her character. She exemplifies the character that can[Read More…]
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BIKE TO WORK DAY …
The Town of Meeker board of trustees declared June 22 as Bike to Work Day in Meeker and encourages residents and employees to enjoy a safe and fun ride to work and throughout town. | COURTESY PHOTO
June 12 It’s Showtime livestock club report
RBC | The It’s Showtime 4-H Club met Sunday, June 12 at 4 p.m. First we did a fun “icebreaker” to get started. Everyone got a chance to go around and share what their favorite food and color was. Upcoming Dates: June 27 Poultry/Rabbit weigh in from 5-7 July 1[Read More…]
The Colorado River Compact hasn’t aged well
The Colorado River Compact turns 100 this year, but any celebration is damped down by the drying-up of the big reservoirs it enabled. The Bureau of Reclamation’s “first-ever” shortage declaration on the river acknowledges officially what we’ve known for years: the Compact and all the measures augmenting it, collectively known[Read More…]
MVB event for young entrepreneurs June 24
MEEKER | Young entrepreneurs will have an opportunity to learn about business basics while they make some summer cash next Friday, June 24. Mountain Valley Bank is sponsoring a lemonade and cupcake stand event in their parking lot from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kids from 5-12 will run their[Read More…]
Column: Midsommar
Sweden has many cultural contributions to America including Swedish meatballs and the Swedish pop music group ABBA in the 1970’s. I know, ancient history. However, some respect is due. Today the four members of ABBA have a combined net worth of $900 million. They originated in Stockholm and produced hits[Read More…]
Loose Ends: Social commentary needs to ‘chill’
Everyone in my life continues to talk about the changes they face every day trying to resume their regular summer activities here in the White River Valley. However, when I am away taking care of family or friends somewhere else, many of the folks with whom I spent more than[Read More…]
NEWS NOTES: June 16, 2022
Free coffee and donuts for Father’s Day MEEKER | Celebrate Father’s Day with free coffee and donuts at the Heritage Culture Center this Father’s Day from 9-11 a.m., 565 Park Ave. Annual Cast, Blast & Twang June 18 MEEKER | The annual Cast, Blast, & Twang — a free fishing,[Read More…]
TANK solstice festival this weekend
RBC | Calling All Sonic Pilgrims! If you sing or play an instrument, come to the Tank for our Solstice Festival! This year the TANK returns to a tradition from pre-covid years, inviting all sonic pilgrims to celebrate the summer solstice in weekend-long solo presentations, group sound making and general[Read More…]
PMC receives USDA grant to be used for telehealth services
MEEKER | Pioneers Medical Center (PMC) has recently received funding from the USDA Emergency Rural Health Care Grant (ERHC) program. This program will provide funding to help safeguard the long-term availability of health care services in rural communities. PMC was one of seven organizations in Colorado that received funding through[Read More…]
GRADS …
Three Meeker Stampede softball teams compete at Grand Junction tournament
RBC | The Meeker Stampede organization brought three teams down to the round robin tournament in Grand Junction this past weekend, June 10-12. The age groups included the 12U team, 14U team and 16U team totaling 43 girls and 18 games in all. The 12U team had a great experience[Read More…]
