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…]
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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
Rangely board pushes back on FEMA’s flood plain classifications
RANGELY | A work session took place before the town board meeting to discuss wastewater and storm water. A few years ago, The Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) was brought in to reassess the flood plains around Rangely to see if some of the areas could be reclassified as a[Read More…]
County Beat: Feb. 28, 2019
RBC | “The whole project has been an excellent learning lesson for my entire department, said Rio Blanco County project coordinator Eric Jacquez of the Fairfield Center Remodel Project Monday, explaining to the Board of County Commissioners why they’re still wrapping up payments for the project. “We were writing our policies[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…]
BMS Students compete in History Day competition
MEEKER | On Thursday, Feb. 14, eighth grade Barone Middle School students competed in the local History Day competition. History day is a nonprofit education organization in which students can research a historical topic, event, person, etc. of their choice that fits a year’s theme (this year was “Triumph and[Read More…]
Obituary: Merlyn J. (Mert) Buckmaster Denny
Merlyn J. (Mert) Buckmaster Denny June 7, 1934 ~ Feb. 2, 2019 Merlyn J. Buckmaster Denny went by many names, Momma, Mom, Ma, Grandma Denny/Buckmaster, The Great Denny, Gram, Sis, Aunt Mert and friend. Her kind heart, sense of humor and open-door policy made so many people feel welcome and[Read More…]
Representative-Elect Perry Will-Colorado House District 57 to be sworn in on Tuesday, March 5
RBC | The Republican State House District 57 Vacancy Committee met on Feb. 5 in Meeker and selected Perry Will to fill the house seat vacated by Bob Rankin. Will has served the past 43 years as an employee of the State of Colorado and is currently serving as a[Read More…]
