RBC | As you may have noticed, algae in the White River is growing quickly and early this year due to low water levels and warm temperatures. There will be several algae study activities happening over the next few weeks. White River Algae Technical Advisory Group is working with Colorado Northwestern[Read More…]
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County Beat: July 12, 2018
BROADBAND EXPANDS WITH PROJECT THOR Rio Blanco County will join with multiple surrounding counties working together for increased broadband speed at a lower monthly cost to the county, from $8,400 to $6,900. Project Thor will also increase the reliability of the broadband network. On Monday, RBC commissioners approved a one-time[Read More…]
Panthers Booster Club raising funds for entrance tunnel
RANGELY | At this fall’s first home football game the Rangely Panthers will debut their new game time entrance tunnel. The tunnel, which is a 17 foot high inflatable replica of the team helmet, was purchased by the Rangely Panther Booster Club. Rodger Polley, who helped coordinate the project, said that[Read More…]
Chevron Donation …
The Rangely Outdoor Museum board and staff would like to thank Chevron USA and Diane Peterson, Rodney Richardson and the Weldon crew for their help with clean up in the Old Chevron Rec Hall basement. Courtesy Photo
MEF Golf Classic Rescheduled
Dear Editor: The Meeker Education Foundation’s benefit Golf Classic tournament will be rescheduled due to conflicts with other area tournaments. It will not be held on July 28 and is planned for early in the 2019 spring season. We thank our sponsors and participants for their past generosity and look[Read More…]
Obit: Bud Earl Charles Sackrider
Bud Earl Charles Sackrider 1940 ~ July 7, 2018 Bud Earl Charles Sackrider, born in New Castle, Colo., in 1940, and passed on July 7, 2018, at his home. Bud said, “I have lived a good life and I’m ready when the old man calls me.” He described his home[Read More…]
Rangely town manager finalist for Craig position
RANGELY | Last week the city of Craig announced the three finalists for the position of city manager, one of whom is Rangely’s current Town Manager, Peter Brixius. Both Brixius and Mayor Andy Shaffer declined to comment on the potential loss of Brixius as town manager, a position which he has[Read More…]
Watch for rattlers
MEEKER | In the last week two verified reports have surfaced of rattlesnakes coming down into town in Meeker, one in Sage Hills subdivision and one behind the visitor bleachers at Starbuck Stadium. Additional anecdotal reports have come in as well, but without photographic evidence. Of the 30 or so[Read More…]
Marlins break records at Montrose meet
By TIFFANY JEHOREK Special to the Herald Times MEEKER | Montrose hosted the final regular season, three-day, swim meet with the entire Meeker Marlin team in attendance for some fierce competition. Addie Knowles posted best times in all of her swims. “Something which is nearly unheard of this point in the[Read More…]
Rangely walkers, runners get some color for New Eden annual 5K event
By Brittny Campos Special to the Herald Times RANGELY | On July 7, Rangely New Eden Pregnancy Care Services hosted its annual 5K Color Run. Thirty people signed up for the event this year. The proceeds go to the Rangely New Eden program. New Eden is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization established[Read More…]
Hoke thanks supporters
Dear Editor: First of all, I thank my God that we have the freedom to hold elections and that we have the constitutional right to vote. I want to thank all those who supported me in many ways and had enough confidence in me to encourage me in every step[Read More…]
Run for Your Life 5K Results
MEEKER | The Run for Your Life 5K on July 4, was a success with 252 runners and walkers registered in the event. Hosted by the ERBM Recreation & Park District, this race is an annual event during the 4th[Read More…]
