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The bus driver and the teacher

MEEKER I Searching for the perfect quote to describe a teacher of 40 years and a bus driver of 35 years it becomes obvious that great words are said by minds who had exceptional influences along the way. Those words are the result of educators who “affect eternity: they can[Read More…]

February 24, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

A dynamic duo: Bud and June Striegel

RANGELY I There has been a great deal written about Bud Striegel and rightfully so. He has done so much for the community of Rangely that words are not enough to express the appreciation for his giving. His wife June has also served unselfishly through the years and has an[Read More…]

February 16, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

A wealth of life and love: Byron and Jo Linden

MEEKER I Thomas Jefferson once said, “I’m a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work the more I have of it.” Byron and Josephine “Jo” Linden are perfect examples of Jefferson’s statement.

January 26, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

Letter to the Editor: Exceptional content

Dear Editor: I want to pass on some encouraging news for the staff at the Herald Times.

January 10, 2012 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Setting an example

MEEKER I In the universal quest of living life to the full, perhaps success can best be measured by how sincerely you give of yourself, maintain a positive outlook and take every opportunity to make each day an experience to enjoy, to give and to share with someone who shares[Read More…]

January 6, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

Hope on the horizon for children in need of services

MEEKER I When Misael Rosas was born, his mother Susana knew something was wrong immediately. Her baby was diagnosed shortly after birth with Goldenhar syndrome.

December 17, 2011 by editor Comments are Disabled

Flying it forward

RANGELY I It is always nice to hear a success story, especially one that incorporates hard work, companionship and giving back to the community.

December 16, 2011 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

From humble beginnings

MEEKER I Imagine if everyone’s story began, “I came here with nothing,” continued with striving, “I had a goal to give my kids a start,” and finally the realization of, “I made it.” It describes the American dream and sums up Wayne Moody’s hard-working life.

November 17, 2011 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

Thank you to all veterans, families

RBC I In our small community we are very fortunate to enjoy all the freedoms our veterans have fought and continue to fight for. It is imperative in this time to appreciate the service men and women that sacrifice so much for us. In our county combined with Routt and[Read More…]

November 10, 2011 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

Extreme home makeover for McPhails

RANGELY I In today’s world, we watch reality TV shows without ever imagining those programs will land close to home. It is heartwarming when a show that does so much for so many finds its way to someone we know.

October 20, 2011 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

Heil sets the example … 90 is the new 70

RANGELY I If Jean Hejl is what 90 looks and acts like, people need not worry so much about aging. Jean celebrated her 90th birthday Sept. 22 with about 25 family members gathering in Rangely for the party.

October 6, 2011 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

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Still dancing after all these years

MEEKER I The saying might be “dance like nobody’s watching,” but in the Richardsons’ case, lots of folks have been watching. Lifelong square dancers Wilbur and Lois Richardson were inducted into the Colorado West Area Square Dance Council’s Hall of Fame Aug. 26.

September 22, 2011 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled