Welcome to Conservation Corner! You will find weekly briefings here regarding natural resources in Rio Blanco County. The wise use of our natural resources plays a critical role in our economy, standard of living, lifestyle, and comfort. We hope to provide you with user-friendly information to help you understand and[Read More…]
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Public Notices: June 4, 2020
Quarterly Lodging Tax meeting will be held on June 12 at 5:00 at Elk Mountain Inn. If you have a request please drop off a copy before the meeting at Elk Mountain or with Melinda Parker or Dan Schwartz. | MEEKER SANITATION DISTRICT June 10, 2020 REGULAR BOARD MEETING at[Read More…]
BIRTH: Collins Marie Lohry
Fisher Lohry is proud to announce the birth of his sister Collins Marie Lohry, born May 14 at 4:57 a.m. in Vernal, Utah, weighing 9.2 pounds and 21 inches long. Collins is the daughter of Jeremy and Kristin Lohry of Rangely, granddaughter of Susan Steele of Rangely and Bill and[Read More…]
Letter to the Editor: Support for Iacino
Dear Editor: In a nation now chaotically teetering on the cliff’s edge of one of the most trying times in our history, the dearth in leadership of this nation is disheartening. We cannot continue down a pathway where the common man and woman, who need opportunities, need access to solutions,[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: The blame game
We’re blamers. It’s what we do. Adam blamed Eve, Eve blamed the serpent. Cain blamed Abel and committed the first murder. The smallest child, when asked, “did you do this?” will shake his or her head and point at a sibling or the dog or the notorious “Nobody.” Ask anyone[Read More…]
CNCC selected for prestigious federal initiative
Two Colorado community colleges are among just 10 colleges and universities across the country that will receive yearlong technical support through a new federal initiative to create stackable, industry-recognized credentials incorporating noncredit and traditional degree programs. The Community College of Aurora and Colorado Northwestern Community College, selected to receive technical[Read More…]
Pandemic could drive remote workers away from urban environments
Earlier this month the Rangely Development Authority (RDA) and Rangely Development Corporation heard from Town of Rangely Marketing Coordinator Jeannie Caldwell. Caldwell said a lot of the people in chat rooms she is in are talking about moving away from the Front Range and working remotely in response to the[Read More…]
Guest Column: Meeker School District
As the 2019-2020 school year has now ended, most educators would state it is the most unique school year they have ever experienced. I continue to be inspired by the adaptability of our students, parents, staff, and community. I am proud to be a Meeker Cowboy! Specifically, I would like[Read More…]
Proposed limits on whitefish harvest to be discussed at June 10 virtual meeting
RBC | Aquatic biologists with Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s northwest region will be presenting several proposed regulation changes during a public webinar on Wednesday, June 10 at 6 p.m. The webinar will also give anglers the opportunity to ask questions about fishery management in area lakes, rivers, and streams. “CPW[Read More…]
It’s road construction season
Monday, June 1, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and contract partner United Companies began an 18-mile surface treatment project on Colorado Highway 64 between mile markers 43 and 61 west between Meeker and Rangely. The project has an anticipated completion date of October 2020. As part of CDOT’s “Whole[Read More…]
Guest Column: A sheriff speaks to us all
You will want to read this article because it offers hope from the hand of a Colorado sheriff who graciously took part in a project I implemented the first two weeks of May. While watching the various news stories about people around the country opening their businesses in spite of[Read More…]
Memorial Notice: Pat Jordan
The memorial service for Patricia Jordan to be held June 13, 2020, in Glenwood Springs has been postponed at this time. Her family appreciates your patience in such a time as this. We look forward to the opportunity to celebrate her extraordinary and joyful life that she lived with you[Read More…]
