MEEKER | Register now for Creative Cooking Class, an opportunity to learn new ideas for meals and special occasions to make food preparation more interesting. Chef Karla will brighten your day during this class Wednesdays, Oct. 3-24, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Food Safety Works Training for food service workers to be certified:[Read More…]
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Obituary: Christopher John Strate
Christopher John Strate Aug. 7, 1947 ~ Sept. 19, 2018 Christopher John Strate was born to Greek immigrants John and Peggy Strate on Aug. 7, 1947, in Scottsbluff, Neb. He was the youngest of four children who all grew up in a loving home. The Greek community was a very[Read More…]
Dan Olson new face at PMC
MEEKER | Dan and Katie Olson, with their four young boys in tow, are moving to Meeker as a result of Dan’s new position of compliance, risk and HIPAA privacy officer at Pioneers Medical Center.
County Beat: September 27, 2018
RBC | BROADBAND PROVIDER “I’d be completely transparent with you guys. That’s the important thing,” said Jared Harvey of Homestead Fiber Communications during a work session with commissioners Monday. Harvey is one of two companies seeking LAI’s soon-to-be vacated position as broadband retailer. Visionary, a division of Mammoth, will present[Read More…]
River management workshop highlights ways and means for improving river health
RBC | Rivers wind their way across our landscape, a delivery system for inland water, irrigation water for the food our farmers grow, drinking water for humans and animals, and habitat for wildlife.
Rangely runners compete at Ouray
RANGELY | The Rangely High School team took on a new course this year as they headed to the Ramble at the Reservoir at the Ridgeway State park hosted by Ouray. The runners knew the course was going to be challenging and knew it had switchbacks but they didn’t know how[Read More…]
OPED: Newspapers, knowledge bombs and shapewear
RBC | Most people have no clue how a newspaper comes together, just that it appears magically each week for their enjoyment (or ire, depending.) As the editorial designer, one of the biggest questions I get is why items get “buried” on page 10 or 11. In the office we[Read More…]
Meeker community supports HopeWest at annual fundraiser
MEEKER | “Under the Big Top”, a fundraising event that supports HopeWest’s ability to continue to provide its services at no cost to Meeker families, will transform the Fairfield Community Center into an unforgettable circus extravaganza. This event held on Sept. 29 benefits Meeker’s nonprofit palliative care and grief support program.[Read More…]
Letter: Vaughn thanks Clerk & Recorder staff
Dear Editor: I just wanted to say that no matter what happens in this election, it’s been an absolute privilege to work with these amazing ladies in the Clerk and Recorder’s office and their dedication to their work, our office and this community. The level of customer service that they[Read More…]
Rangely board talks budget, manager position
RANGELY | Town Budget The Town of Rangely held a work session to discuss the 2019 budget which includes a 3 percent raise for employees along with the option of additional “merit raises” to be determined by supervisors. The anticipated additional expense is around $50,000 for the town’s 31 full-time[Read More…]
Give to good causes at MVB’s 15th Fall Festival
MEEKER | In its 15th year, the annual Fall Festival, sponsored by Mountain Valley Bank, White River Electric Association and the Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan Recreation and Park District, will take place this Saturday at Town Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (See ad on page 2A of this[Read More…]
Cowboys remember 50th anniversary of 1968 state title bid
MEEKER I This Friday, Sept. 28, the MHS coaching staff will be recognizing the 50th anniversary of the 1968 football team during the halftime of the Meeker-Grand Valley game. That year, the Cowboys were a perfect 11-0 going into the state championship game and while losing their bid to become[Read More…]
