The Meeker Herald 125 years ago – Buford had a Christmas tree for little ones and a dance for the big ones Monday evening and both elements had a thoroughly good time. – On Wednesday last the Rifle stage came in on runners, the road being in the condition for sleighing[Read More…]
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Family Ice Fishing Day Saturday, Jan. 5
MEEKER | Bundle up, grab your fishing rod, and join ERBM Recreation and Park District and Colorado Parks and Wildlife staff (CPW) for a day of ice fishing at Lake Avery on Saturday, Jan. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. CPW will be on hand to provide all of the[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: What will you do with the new year?
It’s time to start the annual debate about New Year’s resolutions, whether we’re for or against them. I think some folks are so discouraged by past failures they swing all the way to the other side of the spectrum, denying and defying the notion that making resolutions is a good[Read More…]
OPED: Getting ‘real’ for 2019
RBC | I did it, folks. Three whole weeks without Facebook. I ventured back on for the first time Christmas morning and while it was nice to see and hear from people, I realized I haven’t missed anything worthwhile. I seem to be craving a deeper connection these days, so much[Read More…]
Feeding wildlife during winter does more harm than good
RBC | As Colorado enters the depths of the winter season, Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds citizens that feeding big game in Colorado is not only illegal but can also harm them. “Native species are well adapted to survive the winter months on natural food sources,” said J Wenum, area wildlife[Read More…]
RBCSO presents Life Saving Award and commendation to Shaffer, Whinston
RBC | The Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office believes in the recognition of deputies, and those who work closely with the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office, for their actions and outstanding efforts in service to the community. In keeping with this belief, during the annual Christmas celebration and awards ceremony, the[Read More…]
Letter: Goodbye and thank you from Karen Arnold
Dear Editor: My term has rolled by and as they say, a new chapter awaits. Maybe I’ll start a plant hospital. I received my resident’s training in the treasurer’s office and have plenty of experience, although I did have some patients (patience) not fare well. Road trips will be the[Read More…]
Student winners of radon poster contest announced
RBC | Students from Boulder and Colorado Springs took top honors in this year’s radon awareness poster contest. Alianna Gaffney from Manhattan Middle School in Boulder won first place out of more than 300 entries. She earns $300 for her submission, entitled “Share Knowledge, Share Awareness.” Her poster will be entered[Read More…]
County Beat: December 27, 2018
RBC | Hours before non-essential federal employees were due to be sent home without pay Friday, the RBC Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), in a work session prior to a special meeting, heard and reacted to proposed White River Field Office (WRFO) amendments to the local Resource Management Plan (public land[Read More…]
Koley Borchard Q and A: “I wanted to serve.”
MEEKER | Q: What were you doing the specific moment you decided to join the military? (Whose house, where were you sitting? Who was with you?) A: I actually considered joining the military on two separate occasions. The first time, I had just returned home from living in South America[Read More…]
Cowboy volleyball awards for 2018
MEEKER | The 2018 Cowboy Volleyball season was highly successful and only had four losses. “There are not very many coaches that get the chance to be part of season like that,” said head coach Greg Cravens. Awards handed out at the 2018 banquet included: – Sydnie Main – Western Slope[Read More…]
Celebrate 2019 with CPW’s First Day Hikes
RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife is pleased to welcome a new year by once again participating in First Day Hikes. More than 30 events are scheduled in state parks across Colorado on New Year’s Day as part of America’s State Parks First Day Hikes initiative. CPW invites you to ring[Read More…]
