RBC I Are you planning to participate in the 2022 primary draw and are new to big-game hunting in Colorado or confused by the process of applying for a license? Chances are, you are not alone. If this is the case, Colorado Parks and Wildlife Northwest Region is here to[Read More…]
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Prescribed fires planned in Eagle, Garfield, Mesa, Pitkin and Rio Blanco counties
RBC I Fire managers from the Upper Colorado River Interagency Fire Management Unit are hoping conditions will be ideal in the upcoming weeks to begin igniting up to 12 prescribed fires on Bureau of Land Management and White River National Forest lands in Eagle, Garfield, Mesa, Pitkin, and Rio Blanco[Read More…]
Moyer makes case for seat ahead of recall
On May 10, 2022, voters will decide if sitting Rio Blanco County (RBC) Commissioner Gary Moyer will complete his term in office to January 2023. A fourth-generation RBC resident, Moyer won the 2018 election with 79.3% of the vote on his platform that “Local government should provide services in a[Read More…]
CHILI COOK-OFF …
Smoking River Brewing Co. held its first annual chili cook-off last weekend with 20 entries and a packed house of tasters. Winners were (left to right): Derry Banta, People’s Choice with his Green Chili; Robyn Bragg, Best Overall for Southwestern Green Chili; John Snyder, Best Red Chili with The Real McCoy;[Read More…]
WOOLGROWERS …
Members of the Rio Blanco County Wool Growers’ Association attended the annual meeting last Friday at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds. Speakers, including Bonnie Brown, executive director at the Colorado Wool Growers’ Association, reiterated concerns about wolf reintroduction and anticipated impacts on the livestock industry. | NIKI TURNER
Simonsen named to Provost’s honor roll
MEEKER I The University of Wyoming lists Natalie Simonsen from Meeker, Colorado on the 2021 fall semester Provost’s Honor Roll. The Provost’s Honor Roll consists of undergraduates who have completed at least six but fewer than 12 hours with a minimum 3.5 grade-point average for the semester.
NEWS NOTES: March 10, 2022
Livestock watering facility funding RBC | Landowners and Public Land Permittees: the White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts are offering a stipend to landowners/permittees within the Conservation Districts to implement projects to maintain and/or improve livestock watering facilities (including ponds), during this extended drought period. Landowners/permittees are eligible to[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT: Facilities updates, childcare options
FACILITIES Facilities Director Eric Jacquez and staff shared a quarterly update with commissioners. A facility-wide replacement of automated paper towel and soap dispensers will save about $2,600 annually, according to Jacquez. The project coincided with the rollout of a new work order system, semi annual HVAC maintenance and other general[Read More…]
Kracht’s linoleum block print to advance to NYC competition
MEEKER I Meeker High School senior Sarah Kracht was recently selected for a Gold Key award in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards competition that recognizes the work of exemplary high school students. As a regional Gold Key nominee, Sarah’s work will advance to a national stage in New York[Read More…]
HOGWARTS RETURNS …
On March 4, Parkview Elementary transformed into Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for staff, students and parents alike to attend. The school was packed and the sound of wonder and joy filled the rooms and halls. Principal Carlene Cantrell was excited to host the event after covid forced administration[Read More…]
Rangely Rec Center seeks mill levy increase
RANGELY I The essence of a viable community is the means by which it provides for the educational, recreational and health needs of its citizens. Special districts provide community-based services that are invaluable and uplift the community. The health of a community is judged by the resources it provides for[Read More…]
SPRINGING AHEAD …
Springtime in the Rockies means snow showers and flowers, all at the same time. Don’t forget to spring forward this weekend on the clock, as well–Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday. | PAT DAGGETT PHOTO
