RBC | The Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs-West will host an open house at the new Western Region One Source in Grand Junction, March 8, from 4-8 p.m., offering guided tours every half hour. A state-owned, former Colorado National Guard armory in Grand Junction is the new home of the[Read More…]
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Community Calendar: Mar. 7, 2019
– Crafts class for middle school through high school teens. Every Friday at 1 p.m. at the Meeker Public Library. March’s class will be jewelry. Space is limited to 10 participants. Call 878-5911 or drop by to sign up. – Vernal Gun and Knife Show March 15-16 at the Uintah[Read More…]
Racquetball tournament Mar. 8-10
RANGELY | Join us for the 26th annual Rangely Racquetball Tournament at the Rangely Rec Center. If you are looking for a little competition or just to have some fun this is the tournament for you. March 8-10 we will be gathering on the courts for three amazing days filled[Read More…]
Regional champs bound for state
MEEKER | After a nail biter Saturday against the Holyoke Dragons, the third-ranked lady Cowboys are headed to state. Coming out on top in districts, Meeker hosted Dolores, Holyoke, and Denver Christian for the regional four-team bracket last weekend. Games began Friday with the Cowboys winning handily against Dolores 70-12.[Read More…]
Public Notices: Mar. 7, 2019
PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to Title 34, Article 33, Paragraph 118, of the Colorado Revised Statutes, the Colorado Division of Minerals and Geology hereby issues notice that an application to renew the Deserado Mine Permit No. C-1981-018 for a five-year term, submitted by Blue Mountain Energy, Inc., 3607 CR 65, Rangely,[Read More…]
Classifieds: Mar. 7, 2019
Ads for 3/7/19 **ANNOUNCEMENTS** MEEKER STREAKER MONTHLY SCHEDULE March 2019 NOTE: Please schedule out -of-town appointments before 2:00 PM and call-in advance to set up all medical appointment rides. 970-878-9368 or Cell# 970-456-7701. Chuckwagon: 970-878-5627. Activities are subject to change. Schedule subject to driver availability-thank you for your patience while[Read More…]
Weekly Call Review: Feb. 28, 2019
The following information is a weekly review of the calls for service that were reported to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Communications Office. If you have any questions or would like an explanation of the call types listed please call 878-9600. We will not regularly post any information as to[Read More…]
Days Gone By: Feb. 28, 2019
The Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago – Harry Niblock, who is one of our most enterprising carpenters and builders, is having a good run of business in his line these days, with the prospect of lots of building during the coming summer. The Meeker Herald ~ 100 years ago[Read More…]
Apply for a mentored youth turkey hunt today
MEEKER | If you are a true novice hunter under 18 and want to learn how to hunt turkey the correct way, Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages you to apply for a chance at participating in a pair of mentored turkey hunts on private lands in Colorado’s Northwest Region this[Read More…]
Opinion: Public lands package delivers for Colorado
RBC | The United States Senate delivered a big win for public lands this week and I couldn’t be prouder to have played such an instrumental role. After four years working on public lands bills and fighting to permanently reauthorize the crown jewel of conservation programs, the Land and Water Conservation[Read More…]
YVCF accepting scholarship applications
RBC | The Yampa Valley Community Foundation is now accepting online applications for 2018 scholarships. YVCF administers the Kenny Corriveau Trade Scholarship that is awarded to applicants in Routt, Moffat and Rio Blanco counties for the purpose of advancing education in the trades. This scholarship is available to individuals ages 17-25[Read More…]
Death Notice: Willard Novak
Willard Novak Dec. 8, 1922 ~ Feb. 5, 2019 Willard Novak, 96, passed away on Feb. 5, 2019, in Rangely, Colo. Interment took place in Wichita, Kansas. Online condolences may be shared at www.AshleyValleyFuneralHome.com
