Special to the Herald Times MEEKER | On Jan. 12, Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan (ERBM) Recreation and Park District will be celebrating 10 years of operation at the Meeker Recreation Center (MRC) with an open house event for the whole community. The day is full of free activities for all[Read More…]
Tag: Features
From Meeker to Africa: MHS grad enjoying teaching in Ghana
MEEKER | Aubrey Walsh, 23, always knew she wanted to be a teacher. Serving as a teacher’s aide for Becky Hughes at Meeker Elementary School cemented her plans. After her graduation from Meeker High School in 2012, she attended the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley to get her teaching[Read More…]
Rangely boasts two Boettcher Scholarship semifinalists
RANGELY | This year Rangely has produced two semifinalists for the prestigious Boettcher Scholarship, seniors Kaylee Mecham and Caleb Noel. Noel and Mecham were chosen with a group of 300 semifinalists from among more than 1,400 total applicants. The scholarship provides for full tuition and fees, a living stipend and[Read More…]
Tristan Nielsen named new conservation district manager
RBC | The White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts announce the hiring of Tristan Nielsen as the new district manager. Nielsen began, on a part-time basis, with the districts in October while she finished a temporary position with Colorado Parks and Wildlife. As of Dec. 1, she is full[Read More…]
Guest Column: RBC Republican party chair wants people to get involved
By Logan Hill Special to the Herald Times RBC | Since being elected as the Rio Blanco County Republican Committee chairman one of my goals has been to communicate with the community about issues of importance, both locally and on the larger scale. Of course, this information wouldn’t be complete[Read More…]
Ken Culler: A veteran with a vision
By Doc Watson Special to the Herald Times MEEKER | The Herald Times was privileged once again to sit down with another of Meeker’s local military veterans, former Army Sergeant Ken Culler, the husband of Brenda Culler, whose story (along with three other veterans) was told back in the Oct.[Read More…]
Samaniego named as new director for Colorado Northwestern Community College Foundation
RANGELY | Last month the Colorado Northwestern Community College Foundation found a new director to lead the foundation, bringing in former Otero Junior College Foundation Director Sue Samaniego. In her new role Samaniego is charged with leading, directing, organizing and managing the operations of the foundation to support the college[Read More…]
Shift 10 percent of your holiday shopping to local retail
Buying local has multiple positive impacts on the community By Katelin Cook Special to the Herald Times RBC I During the holiday season shop local campaigns can be found nearly everywhere. But the true question always comes back to: What does shopping local mean for me and my community. How[Read More…]
First benefit event for ‘Young Leaders & Dreamers Scholarship’ Saturday in Meeker
MEEKER | “I wanted to be an attorney my whole life,” said Class of 2009 Meeker High School alumnae Meg Nieslanik about her life plans prior to graduation. Like so many others, her course changed dramatically during her college experience. She started with a degree from Gonzaga University in Spokane,[Read More…]
Rangely’s Angel Tree serves children
RANGELY | Rangely’s Angel Tree has a long-standing tradition of helping local children during the holidays while encouraging local families to reach out and support each other. The tree is currently coordinated by Anne Urie of the Human Resource Council (HRC). The Angel Tree typically serves around 50 children, representing[Read More…]
Rangely school addressing bullying problem
RANGELY | Most adults remember middle school as a trying time full of awkward interactions and emotional roller coasters, often leaving those adolescent years difficult to navigate. Throw bullying into the mix and life for a young teen gets even harder. While bullying is nothing new, the advent of social[Read More…]
Meeker veterans share their stories in honor of Veterans Day
By Doc Watson Special to the Herald Times MEEKER | The Herald Times had the singular honor of sitting down with four of Meeker’s military veterans to remember, reminisce, and reflect on their service and share those thoughts in this tribute to Veterans Day. This two-part story is dedicated to[Read More…]
