RBC | Changes in Colorado state statutes regarding elections will require the county to purchase a new voting system from a “certified” provider. Rio Blanco County Commissioners approved an agreement Monday to buy the new system in an amount not to exceed $81,546.14 for the equipment, $9,000 for onsite elections[Read More…]
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Fireworks, competitive barbecue added to 2017 Septemberfest
RANGELY | As Rangely gears up for another Labor Day weekend Septemberfest celebration, the Western Rio Blanco Recreation District is prepared to up the ante this year with several new offerings including fireworks and a barbecue cook-off. The Open Barbecue Contest will take place at Elks Park and begins Saturday[Read More…]
Algae causes problems for Rangely water plant
RANGELY | During the last few years the increase in the algae bloom of the White River has been cause for many discussions. Meetings have been held in Meeker and Rangely to seek answers from various tests and experts. While the exact cause of the increasing algae has yet to[Read More…]
County fair livestock auction nets $206,115
RBC | Bill Ekstrom, county extension agent, reports that the final sum from the 2017 County Fair 4-H livestock sales was $189,425 plus another $16,690 in floors and add-ons, totaling $206,115. All these funds accrue to the individual exhibitors except for a very small one-half percent fee for the county[Read More…]
Only two rodeos remain in summer series
MEEKER | For two more Thursdays, Randy Henni will continue to be the sidekick to Moose 93.2 radio D.J. Ty Morgan in the booth at Meeker’s Summer Rodeo Series at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds. Morgan calls the rodeo while Henni supplies the music. In the booth, the two of[Read More…]
Freedom Alliance, Adams Lodge Outfitters host veterans on a wilderness adventure
By Doc Watson Special to the Herald Times MEEKER | The Herald Times had the privilege to interview two of the five veterans who enjoyed a wilderness adventure on July 30–Aug. 4 in the Flattops Mountains hosted by Freedom Alliance and supported by Adams Lodge Outfitters right here in Meeker.[Read More…]
Bonnie Coryell awarded Meeker’s citizen of the year
MEEKER | The citizen of the year award is nominated by the public and honors an outstanding person who has made a significant contribution to our community. “This year’s citizen goes above and beyond when it comes to volunteering,” said Meeker Chamber board president Diana Jones Friday at the chamber’s[Read More…]
Protect your vision during Monday’s solar eclipse
EDITOR’S NOTE: If you picked up eclipse glasses at the Meeker Library, DO NOT use them. The glasses received by the library have been recalled by Amazon.com. No matter where you got your eclipse glasses from, double check to make sure they haven’t been recalled and that they meet the[Read More…]
What the last eclipse tells us about the 19th-century West
By Ben Goldfarb High Country News Special to the Herald Times RBC | On Aug. 21, 2017, the moon will ride its elliptical orbit precisely between Earth and sun, plunging the land below into the crepuscule of a total solar eclipse. Beginning at around 10 a.m. Pacific Time, the dark[Read More…]
Connie Theos named Colorado Wool Grower of the Year
MEEKER | Connie Theos of Meeker was named the Colorado Wool Growers Association (CWGA) Wool Grower of the Year at the association’s summer convention last month in Montrose. CWGA underscored Theos’ lifelong love of sheep, her dedication to protecting ranchers, both large and small, and tirelessly advocating for the roots[Read More…]
Another fair is in the books
RBC | After a couple weeks of intense county fair activity, County Extension Agent Bill Ekstrom, at his office—abuzz with after-fair activity—was philosophical and grateful. First and foremost, he expressed his enthusiasm for the fair—his 32nd in Rio Blanco County—having been the smoothest run fair in his memory. Ekstrom credited[Read More…]
Rangely OHV Adventure Rally begins today
RANGELY | The Rangely OHV Adventure Rally (ROAR) starts today, Aug. 10. The weekend is full of fun for locals and visitors alike. Riding starts Thursday with an evening ride to Kenney Reservoir and small barbecue at Elks Park to kick off the event. The Amazing Quest is a team[Read More…]
