As I reflect on my first academic year at Colorado Northwestern Community College, it has been one of excitement, challenges and opportunities. We had the joy of celebrating our incredible students in April and May through honors ceremonies, pinning/winging events, and at Commencement. For those interested, we have shared many[Read More…]
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Get a deal on dental from CNCC dental hygiene students
RBC I You can get a great deal on a dental exam and help CNCC’s dental hygiene students complete their clinical course work by making an appointment for a checkup. What to expect Students at CNCC ensure to do a thorough comprehensive examination of the mouth. In this, they look[Read More…]
Trustees sworn in
RANGELY I Town of Rangely staff swore in Andy Shaffer as mayor and Alisa Granger, Todd Thayn and Kyle Wren as trustees on Tuesday, April 26. The board heard from Dr. Lisa Jones and Keith Peterson with updates from CNCC. Dr. Jones wanted to dispel rumors and inform the board[Read More…]
CNCC working to fill gaps left by the “Great Resignation”
There has been a great deal of talk recently about the “Great Resignation” and labor shortages happening across the United States. Employers are struggling to find and/or retain qualified professionals in key industries. Currently, there is an alarming shortage of pilots, aviation maintenance techs, nurses, and cybersecurity and IT professionals.[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY: APRIL 7 2022
The Meeker Herald 125 years ago • Hugus & Co have just received the largest invoice of shoes ever bought here. • While the late blizzard touched us gently here it was not so considerate with other portions of Colorado, as travelers arriving during the last few days say it[Read More…]
CNCC Rodeo team travels to Ogden; hosting Spartan Showdown this weekend, April 1-2
RANGELY I The third rodeo of the 2022 spring college rodeo season was hosted by Weber, in Ogden, Utah, at the Golden Spike indoor arena this past weekend. CNCC’s Hadley Gross tied for seventh/eighth place in the long go-round of the barrel racing on her indoor/backup mare “Rita.” Then, the[Read More…]
New nursing guaranteed admission pathway at CNCC
RBC I Colorado Northwestern Community College is pleased to announce guaranteed admissions in the nursing program. This new pathway will allow students to guarantee their placement in the nursing program while they are completing their pre-requisite courses at CNCC. Many nursing programs across the nation are competitive entry. Students with[Read More…]
CNCC rodeo at second event of season
RANGELY I The CNCC cowgirls had another great rodeo, their second of the spring rodeo season. This past weekend, they completed in Twin Falls, Idaho, at the “CSI” indoor rodeo. It is a very well-produced rodeo, and a fun one to attend. In the long go-round of the barrel racing,[Read More…]
CNCC rodeo competes in Utah
RBC I CNCC’s rodeo athletes just competed at their first college rodeo of the season and had a great “first rodeo.” They traveled to Salina, Utah, to compete at “SNOW” college’s indoor rodeo. CNCC’s Sadie Shake and Hadley Gross were both entered in the barrel racing, and Hadley also tied[Read More…]
New and expanded CNCC rodeo program
RBC | Hello! This is Tammy Olson. I joined the CNCC rodeo program late last fall, as their rodeo coach. We have been preparing for our Spring 2022 season and I wanted to update you, Rio Blanco County residents on “all things” CNCC rodeo… CNCC competes in the Rocky Mountain[Read More…]
CNCC CORNER: CNCC Foundation Dinner Mar. 26
As a 501c3 nonprofit organization, the CNCC Foundation provides funding for CNCC students, programs, and projects that are outside of the scope of traditional College funding sources (state funding, tuition, etc.). Foundation funds come from donations from individuals and businesses, grants from government entities or private foundations, proceeds of events[Read More…]
CNCC DENTAL HYGIENE STUDENTS VISIT HORIZONS …
The CNCC Dental Hygiene program took six second-year students to Craig to the Horizons residential treatment center for persons with disabilities last week. Dental hygiene students visited two homes and interacted with nine individuals with varying levels of cognition. The students brought typodonts (fake teeth) and toothbrushes for the residents[Read More…]
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This year’s batch of Mormon crickets are beginning to hatch. Above is a picture of an immature cricket compared to a dime. JANE TURNBURKE PHOTO Read more online at ht1885.com.
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Join Home.Made for their Spring Cleanout Sale for discounts, new spring styles, and preordering your Mother's Day flowers!
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On April 4, the Meeker Lions Club installed new shelving units for the New Eden Pregnancy Care Center. New Eden asked the Lion’s Club to help them come up with more storage for items within the building, and the Lion’s Club raised money to purchase shelves. OPAL MUNGER PHOTO
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Why are we all so mad? Hear from our Editor in her column this week online at ht1885.com.
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Livestock Judging teams from both sides of the county competed at The Rumble In The Rockies Livestock Judging Contest in La Plata County this past weekend. Read the full story this week online ht1885.com.
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Meeker Cowboy Track continued its season with another meet in Grand Junction, the Frank Woodburn Invitational. The meet went on despite the blustery winds, low temps and snow. Read the story online at ht1885.com.
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Sunglasses, shorts and snowflakes... if that doesn’t sum up a Western Colorado track meet in April, nothing does. The Rangely Panthers will likely have a warmer meet this Friday, April 12, in Grand Junction. Read the recap from the last meet in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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