The Meeker Herald125 years ago The other day, a telegram was sent to Meeker from President Cleveland. It read, “We have 500 cowpunchers, ready at your call, for a fight with the ‘cigarettos.’ Reserve the right to furnish our own horses and grub. Signed, Dwight Edwin Ryland, president, and Harry[Read More…]
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Fritzlan rides in The American Rodeo
Takes home $100K, sits atop 2021 PRCA ranks RANGELY | Professional bull rider Colten Fritzlan of Rifle, Colorado, has done it again in Arlington Texas, this time at RFD-TV’s The American. The American is an annual event that occurs each year at the Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.[Read More…]
Frigid midwest February impacts Rangely gas bills
RANGELY | January started off 2021 with a bang, a trend that continued into February, as frigid temperatures blasted large swaths of the United States. The cold front, which blanketed much of the south and midwest triggered catastrophic power grid failures in Texas, shutting down not only power to homes[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: “Cancel culture” is nothing new
I’m aging myself again, but I remember the tumult over the “Parental Advisory: Explicit Content” stickers slapped on cassette tapes and records in the 1980s in an attempt to protect the sensitive ears of children from hearing bad words and suggestive lyrics. The actions of the Parents Music Resource Center[Read More…]
Town of Rangely report
RANGELY I Town of Rangely trustees met Tuesday evening and discussed the following. GAS DEPARTMENT Rangely resident, business owner and former town board member Brad Casto voiced concerns about recent gas price increases. Gas Superintendent Kelli Neiberger provided further clarification on what led to the cost increases (read more on[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT: March 11, 2021
RBC I In work sessions Tuesday, the board of county commissioners heard a reopening plan for White River Roundup. The senior nutrition program will resume in-person meals for all but homebound clients and those who choose curbside pickup unless the county returns to Level Red on the COVID dial. The[Read More…]
Letter: Concerns about recall skyrocket
*Editor’s Note: The quoted material in this letter is taken directly from the circulating recall petition, as referenced in the March 4, 2021 HT article, “What happens during a recall?“ Dear Editor: I am writing regarding the official recall of one of our commissioners. I have some strong concerns. I[Read More…]
Drug bust in Rangely
RANGELY | A traffic stop on I-70 March 5 resulted in the discovery of approximately 1.9 pounds of methamphetamine at a residence in Rangely. According to a press release from the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office, Colorado State Patrol officers stopped a rental sedan westbound near milepost 17 on I-70[Read More…]
FIRST SIGNS …
Although we’re all hoping for more snow to keep us out of drought and fire territory this summer, the first official signs of spring are beginning to pop up, and they are a welcome sight. | PAT DAGGETT PHOTO
Let government know who’s boss
RBC | When government fails, it’s the rare public official who says, “Oops. My fault.” That’s human nature, particularly for officials in the public eye who may have to run for office again. No one wants to be held directly responsible for letting the public down. Case in point is[Read More…]
NEWS BRIEFS: March 11, 2021
Peter Pan, Jr. this weekend MEEKER | The Meeker Arts and Cultural Council is proud to present four showings of Peter Pan, Jr. at the Meeker High School auditorium on March 11, 12 and 13. Evening performances are at 7 p.m., and Saturday’s matinee will be at 3 p.m. Tickets[Read More…]
VOLLEYBALL CHAMPS …
RANGELY | This year WRBM had four six-person volleyball teams and six four-person volleyball teams. Dynasty battled it out and ended the tournament undefeated in both four-person and six-person. Left to right are Brielle Smuts, Norian Edwards, Clint Hill, Angie Hill, Nate Terrin, and Clark Edwards. The WRBM Recreation and[Read More…]