RBC | Tri-State commented on its operational and financial performance during last month’s widespread winter storm, and also noted an improved outlook from S&P Global Ratings. Initial analysis on the operational and financial impacts from the Feb. 13-17 winter storm, which has created financial difficulties for utility services providers in[Read More…]
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Credit Union of Colorado Foundation announces $50,000 in scholarships
RBC | The application process for Credit Union of Colorado Foundation college scholarships opened March 15 for students from around the state. The foundation will provide a $5,000 annual scholarship to 10 students — for a total of $50,000 in tuition assistance for the 2021/2022 school year. “This year marks[Read More…]
Cemetery board updates job descriptions
MEEKER | Members of the Meeker Cemetery District board held off on appointing officers until the Board of County Commissioners officially re-appoints Jan Oldland to her board seat. It’s expected Oldland will replace Joe Conrado as board president. In the Thursday, March 11 meeting, board members reviewed proposed amendments to[Read More…]
Applications for wolf advisory groups available
RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife is announcing that applications for membership in the Stakeholder Advisory Group (SAG) for wolf reintroduction and management in Colorado are being accepted now through March 31, 2021. The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission is charged with restoring and managing gray wolves in Colorado no[Read More…]
Loose Ends: Weather Conversations
MEEKER | Tall tales of the winter-that-was abound this time of year. It is the time that people of all ages seem to dredge up their old stories. The mention of “Fool’s Spring” describing the mild temperatures and the long days filled with sunshine brings to mind all of the[Read More…]
Volleyball season underway; 225 spectators allowed this weekend
MEEKER | The long awaited volleyball season has begun. Of all high school sports so far, volleyball has been waiting the longest to get to play. A season, which normally begins in August, finally was able to begin official practice March 8. “We are all so excited,” commented head coach[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: Groupishness
In his book “The Righteous Mind,” moral psychologist Jonathan Haidt writes about “groupishiness,” the innate tendency of humans to lump themselves together based on likes or dislikes, similarities in culture or appearance, hobbies and habits, and more. It’s a different way of saying, “birds of a feather flock together.” It’s[Read More…]
Kaye’s Corner: Reflections
MEEKER | This week, I wish to express my appreciation for the recent “Kaye’s Corner” designation in the Herald Times. This is an honor I didn’t expect or seek. I’m what journalism calls a guest contributor or feature writer, which means I select what I write and the paper prints[Read More…]
TANK SEEKING HOME MOVIES …
Do you have home movies of Rangely and the region from the 1950s, 60s and 70s? The Tank Center for Sonic Arts seeks home movie footage to include in a film project exploring the history of the area and the Tank itself. Home movie clips will become part of the[Read More…]
Cook to transition back to town clerk
MEEKER | The Town of Meeker will begin a search for a new town manager following the resignation of Town Clerk Amy Tupy and the voluntary shift back to that position by current Town Manager Lisa Cook. Tupy has been hired by White River Electric Association. Trustees discussed hiring a[Read More…]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: March 18, 2021
Ineffective Dear Editor: Yelling, aggressive insults and threats of attrition are the hallmarks of an uneducated, ineffective manager. Chuck Ewald MA, MSMeeker Thank you, Mr. Moyer Dear Editor: As someone who has known Mr. Moyer since high school, I can tell you he has taken on this job out of[Read More…]
Destiny and dedication: Bryce Purkey
RBC | “With my dad being a butcher and both my grandads being butchers, I guess I was destined to be a butcher,” said Bryce Purkey, reflecting on his 88 years of history in Meeker, raising his family, running the Purkey Packing plant, developing strong community bonds, and persevering through[Read More…]