MEEKER I A long time ago there was a special category of conversation called small talk. It served as a bridge to ensuring the continuance of a casual conversation. “How is the weather there?” was not a loaded question.
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Letter to the Editor: Wolves will impact us all
Dear Editor: DON’T DANCE WITH WOLVES. This sounds like a really fun party coming up on Feb. 22. There is going to be steak and fixings, live music, a great auction and much more but I’m not certain that all the folks in Rio Blanco County who read the Herald[Read More…]
Pop Up Driver License Office Feb. 20, 21
MEEKER I The Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is pleased to announce its first Pop Up Driver License Office is coming to Meeker for two days in February. The office will be at 555 Main St. in space provided by Rio Blanco County, and will be more convenient for[Read More…]
Commissioners support increasing cemetery board seats from three to five
RBC I In work sessions prior to the regular board meeting, commissioners discussed a plan for finding a substitute for building inspector LaDonna Carlson when she’s not available. The county has been advertising for the position. The board agreed to put together proposals comparing hiring a part-time employee and contracting[Read More…]
Colorado River District to host annual “Know Your Snow” webinar Feb. 19
RBC I The snow falling on the West Slope this winter will turn into the water we drink, play on and grow our food with this spring. The community is invited to learn more about Western Colorado’s snowpack during the Colorado River District’s second annual “Know Your Snow” webinar. Join[Read More…]
OPINION—Guest Post: Fluoride in our water; it’s not just about our teeth (Part 1)
RANGELY I In April, Rangely voters will vote on fluoridation of our drinking water to continue or to stop it. Our message is simple from proved sources, fluoride prevents tooth decay when applied topically; fluoride is toxic to our physical health when ingested. It’s about awareness to facts/truth/proved studies, “drinking”[Read More…]
Galapagos Goals…
The arrival of a helicopter on Main Street in Meeker last Saturday had some folks wondering what was going on, but the 160 or so attendees of the fundraiser for the Meeker International Ecology Program’s Galapagos trip knew what was up. Classic Air Medical donated a 20-minute helicopter ride for[Read More…]
FFA announces scholarship program
RBC I The Colorado FFA Foundation announced the formation of the Edward B. Cordes Scholarship fund at The CoBank Center for Agricultural Education, Fort Collins on Jan. 31. Ed Cordes along with his wife Polly Jessen, son Matt Cordes, and daughter Katie Cordes have pledged a transformational gift to the[Read More…]
Crab Crackin’
Tickets sold out early for this year’s ‘50s-themed Crab Crack, put on by the Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce. ROXIE FROMANG PHOTOS
Swim relay teams qualify for state
MEEKER I Following fantastic performances at the Southwest Conference Championship Meet last Friday and Saturday for the Moffat County swim team, five girls are headed to state.
Meeker Cowboys compete at regionals today
MEEKER I The Cowboy wrestling season is headed into regional competition. This past weekend they hosted twice: Friday their dual against third-ranked Cedaredge was tough. Cedaredge has eight ranked wrestlers, including a returning state champion. Meeker didn’t come out on top, but any time you can get on the mat[Read More…]
Lady Cowboys win 50-41
MEEKER I The lady Cowboys came out strong in the first half of the game against Rangely and the score was 19-4 Meeker going into the second half.
