June 13, 1934 ~ Aug. 18, 2025 With deep gratitude, we announce the passing of Ernest “Ernie” Gianinetti, a lifelong Carbondale native who lived with heart, grit and a deep love for the land and people around him. Born to Ben and Alphonsine Gianinetti, Ernie was shaped early by the[Read More…]
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GUEST COLUMN: Colorado special session recap
By Sen. Dylan Roberts Normally, late August is a time for enjoying the last weeks of summer and getting the kids backto school. However, for the second year in a row, the Colorado legislature found itself spendinglate August inside the Capitol in Denver.Last year it was to lower property tax[Read More…]
More results from the 2025 Rio Blanco County Fair
MONDAY DOG SHOW Premier Exhibitor Landree Tate Jr Showman Champion Aerie Smuts Int Showman Champion Aly Healy Int Showman Reserve Landree Tate Sr Showman Champion Joslin Spieth Sr Showman Reserve Dixie Hall MONDAY CAT SHOW Jr Showman Champion Kemry Osborn Jr Showman Reserve Kaisley Sanford Conformation Champion Kaisley Sanford Conformation[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – September 4th, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago The automobile craze bears many earmarks of the first attack of the bicycle craze, a few years ago, especially in the organization of new manufacturing companies. According to present plans an extra session of the state legislature will be called in November for the[Read More…]
Rangely volleyball shows promise in Hill’s debut
RANGELY | The Panthers volleyball team opened the 2025 season on a high note, hosting a tournament at Rangely High School under the direction of new head coach Angie Hill. Rangely started the weekend Friday against Hayden, earning a straight-set sweep. The Panthers won 25-20 and 25-22, their fourth consecutive[Read More…]
Fire suppression repair efforts underway on Elk, Lee fires
MEEKER | Last week, reporters from the Herald Times had the opportunity to observe suppression repair efforts on both the Lee Fire and the Elk Fire, led by Northern Rockies Team 1, offering a firsthand look at the extensive work required after a wildfire is contained. Lee Fire: Repairing Firefighting[Read More…]
From classroom to office: Holliday takes on principal role at Meeker Elementary
MEEKER | After 15 years as the art and music teacher at Meeker Elementary School, Shana Holliday is stepping into her next chapter in education as the school’s new principal. “I’ve been teaching here for 15 years,” Holliday said. “Watching some administration changes over the last five years made me[Read More…]
90% containment reached for Lee Fire
MEEKER | As of press time Wednesday, the Lee Fire was mapped at 137,758 acres. The acreage was updated to reflect more accurate mapping. The FDNY Incident Management team assumed command of the fire on Monday. There were 211 total personnel on the Lee Fire per the Wednesday update. Tuesday[Read More…]
Rec district board seeks change to parks agreement with town
MEEKER | The Town of Meeker’s Board of Trustees were taken aback during a joint work session with the Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan Recreation and Park District (ERBM) Board of Directors when ERBM Board President Kent Walter read a prepared statement that ERBM wants to end the lease agreement with[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS:AUG 17-23, 2025
CALL SUMMARIES There were 63 traffic stops performed within a 3 day period by deputies on Highway 13 due to the reduced speed limit of 50 mph. 8/17/2025 @ 01:43 pm. A semi-truck traveling near mile marker 60 on Highway 64 ran off the roadway. The driver overcorrected, causing the[Read More…]
County enacts hiring freeze
RBC | In a special meeting Monday, Aug. 25, the Rio Blanco County Commissioners enacted a hiring freeze for the county, effective immediately and continuing through the end of the year. Exceptions must be approved by the commissioners. “The intent of this is so that we don’t have to fire[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – August 28th, 2025
Open drop-in community meeting for landowners affected by the wildfires MEEKER | We understand there are many challenges following the recent fires, and we want to ensure landowners have support and clear information moving forward. Join us for an open, drop-in, community meeting where staff from the BLM, Rio Blanco[Read More…]
