MEEKER | Meeker students who participated in a research and conservation program with Ecology Project International in Costa Rica last June will recount their experiences with a slide show and discussion on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 7 p.m. at the Meeker Public Library. Come learn about leatherback turtles and nocturnal rainforest[Read More…]
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Join the voices for recovery
RBC | The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) recognizes September as National Recovery Month, which celebrates the successes of those in recovery from mental health problems, including substance use disorders. The Health Partnership Serving Northwest Colorado supports the positive message that behavioral health is essential to overall health,[Read More…]
Fall classes start soon
MEEKER | CNCC registration for fall classes is now open and it is time to get registered. An opportunity to experience plein air painting in a one-day workshop will be offered Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 5-6, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Basic computer class starts Sept. 11. Other classes[Read More…]
Health Partnership provides many services to community
MEEKER | In what could certainly be called “a meeting of the minds,” representatives of several organizations, all “partners” with the Northwest Colorado Community Health Partnership (NCCHP), met at the VFW post on Aug. 29 to collaborate on how best to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, has access to[Read More…]
Obituary: Timothy John Boesch
Timothy John Boesch Nov. 22, 1963 ~ Aug. 20, 2018 It is with great sadness that the family of Timothy John Boesch, 54, formerly of Meeker, announces his passing on Aug. 20, 2018, at his home in Fort Collins, Colo. Tim was born on Nov. 22, 1963 in Rockville Centre,[Read More…]
Letter: Franklin endorses Vaughn for clerk & recorder
Dear Editor: I am writing a letter of endorsement in support of Emma Vaughn for Rio Blanco County Clerk and Recorder. I have known Emma most of her life. My family used to run cattle on Piceance with her family. I have fond memories of her scrambling onto her horse[Read More…]
Letter: Kelley discusses dam project position
ΩDear Editor: I was glad to announce at the Rangely Networking meeting last Tuesday that I have successfully petitioned onto the ballot as an unaffiliated (independent) candidate for county commissioner. I have attended and participated in those Rangely community meetings at the college for many years—ever since they were first[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: One page at a time
It’s been exactly two years this week since we took ownership of the HT. That’s 104 issues, one every week, produced on deadline, plus special sections and magazines. I’ve had a number of folks say things like, “You signed up for slave labor!” Others have asked, “Why did you voluntarily[Read More…]
White River Storage Project review
RANGELY | There will be a brief review of the White River Storage Project and proposed reservoir site visit (transportation will be provided) on Wednesday, Sept. 12 from 1-3 p.m. Meet at the Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District office at 2252 E. Main St., Rangely. RSVP to Alden Vanden Brink[Read More…]
Fishing restrictions lifted
RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife lifted the voluntary fishing closures on the White River that had been in place since mid-July after reduced water flows and high temperatures created stressful conditions for the river’s fish. Effective Aug. 30, voluntary restrictions, which asked anglers to limit fishing times and avoid certain[Read More…]
Monument lifts restrictions
DINOSAUR | Stage 1 fire restrictions within Dinosaur National Monument will be lifted beginning at midnight on Friday, Aug. 31, 2018. The slightly cooler temperatures and recent rainfall has reduced the fire danger. Monument visitors are reminded to still be cautious with fire as some areas may contain substantial amounts[Read More…]
Obituary: Lyda Gail Routh
Lyda Gail Routh Jan. 31, 1943 ~ Aug. 27, 2018 Lyda Gail Routh was one of two twins born to Doris and Milbank Franz on Jan. 31, 1943, in Clark, Colo. She married Ed Routh on June 3, 2005. He survives. They lived in Grand Junction prior to moving to[Read More…]
