Dear Editor: Mike Turgeon’s family would like to thank all the wonderful friends and family for the acts of kindness during this time of our loss. Thanks to my special neighbor for looking after me. Also, thank you to the Rangely Police Department, Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Department and the[Read More…]
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It’s Showtime Livestock Club update
By Charlotte Rogers | Special to the Herald Times MEEKER | The It’s Showtime Livestock Club had its second meeting, kicking off with an icebreaker game of Pictionary. Hadley Franklin reported the secretary minutes and Montey Franklin gave the current treasurer’s report. Mary Bailey entertained the club with a demonstration[Read More…]
Algae study to continue
RBC | Members of the White River Algae Technical Advisory Group (TAG), met Feb. 13 to discuss the 2019 plans to ascertain what is driving the algae growth in the White River to improve the overall health of the watershed. Callie Hendrickson, executive director of the White River and Douglas[Read More…]
Obituary: Shirley Ann Harp
Shirley Ann Harp June 27, 1939 ~ Feb. 18, 2019 Shirley Ann Harp passed away on Monday, Feb. 18, 2019, while visiting family in Azle, Texas. Shirley was a lifelong resident of Meeker, Colo. Born on June 27, 1939, to Kenneth and Maude Mitchel, she spent much of her childhood[Read More…]
Q&A with author Diane Les Becquets
MEEKER | Diane Les Becquets, a former professor of English and MFA director, is an avid outdoorswoman, enjoying backpacking off the grid, snowshoeing, archery, and swimming. A native of Nashville, she spent almost 14 years living in Meeker before moving to New Hampshire. Les Becquets will be in Meeker on[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: Strawgate
As long as the clock is ticking, the pendulum swings from one extreme to the other. Politics are no exception. Whichever side takes power, there’s a reaction from the other side. It’s almost always a lot of drama without a lot of substance. Take, for example, the latest bit of[Read More…]
Kennedy places second, Amick fifth at state wrestling tournament
MEEKER | Although the lessons are hard, some argue one learns more from a loss than a win. In wrestling, many life lessons are learned during the annual Colorado State Wrestling Championships—also known as the “Big Show.” Meeker wrestlers are no exception. The Meeker wrestling program is one of[Read More…]
Chumacero ‘excited for next year’
RANGELY | Tytus Coombs entered the 2019 state tournament with yet another tough draw, wrestling No. 3 seed Tyler Collins from Wray who was last year’s consolation champ in the 132-pound bracket. Coombs got into an upper body match and fell by pin. Collins went on to advance to the finals[Read More…]
New community ed classes in March
MEEKER | Time is flying and March classes will be starting soon. March 2: Canning 101—Learn the basics of home canning in this hands-on class with something simple. March 5: Microsoft Excel—Make your life easier with spreadsheets. March 6: Body Language for Business and Personal Life—Become aware of non-verbal communication.[Read More…]
Obituary: Doris Oletta Zadra
Doris Oletta Zadra Nov. 18, 1930 ~ Feb. 20, 2019 When the columbines emerge from the damp ground this spring, we’ll remember Doris Oletta Zadra, whose love for all things growing marked her journey through this life. She left us on Feb. 20, 2019, but her spirit lives on in[Read More…]
Hunters urged to study license changes
What’s New for 2019 Colorado Big-Game Seasons from Colorado Parks & Wildlife on Vimeo. RBC | Hunters hoping to draw a big-game license in Colorado in 2019 are urged to study up on all the changes in license requirements and fees prior to the March 1 opening of the[Read More…]
Sled dog races upriver Mar. 2-3
MEEKER | Sled dog races will be held Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to noon at the C Lazy S Ranch at the junction of county roads 8 and 12. Watch the races, meet the mushers and dogs, enjoy food and fun. Call 970-878-5510 for more information. To enter[Read More…]
