My name is Ed Ballegeer. I live in Rangely. I’m a 73-year-old vet and a very patriotic American. I fly the American flag all the time, even if it’s a lapel pin on my hat. And I do it with all due respect, in accordance with the rules of when[Read More…]
Tag: Opinion
Letter: Column reminds reader of Christmas story
Imperfect Christmas trees twice have been the subject of a Dolly Viscardi column. Dolly’s trees bring to mind a story told by my mother, Margaret Smith Isaac. Mother was 9 when this took place.
Letters: Christmas Treasure Hunt was a lot of fun
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Dee Cox of the Meeker Chamber of Commerce and the merchants of Meeker for sponsoring the Christmas Treasure Hunt.
Mount Main was a winter obstacle to be overcome
I know many people don’t care for the snow, but, myself, I am very fond of snow. I have fun memories of the snow and this time of year. I want to tell a story of a time gone by. A time of great confrontation and daring. A story of[Read More…]
Letters: Christmas Shop was nice for residents
In your life there are moments when you are reminded of the important things. Things like God, family, friends and your community. In the past week, I have been particularly reminded of God and my community. I had the pleasure of being involved in the first and hopefully annual Christmas[Read More…]
Small fire brings big appreciation for responders
I have a friend who had a close call with a house fire one morning last week. It turned out, thank goodness, not to be anything very serious. But it had the potential to have been so much worse. Say this friend had already left for work, she most likely[Read More…]
Letter: Thanks for kindness, whoever you are
(To the anonymous person), your kindness and generosity are appreciated more than words can express. I look forward to the opportunity to pass it on.
Letter: Fire chief thankful for support of district
On behalf of myself and my family, I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to the Rangely Rural Fire Protection District and the citizens of Rangely. It has been with great pleasure to have served and protected such a great city. The pride, support and trust,[Read More…]
Letter: You’re invited to the Buford Schoolhouse
Dear Editor, The White River Community Association would like to extend an invitation to everyone in Rio Blanco County to attend our monthly meetings at the historic Buford Schoolhouse. It was brought to our attention that there is a misconception about restrictions on where you have to live to attend[Read More…]
Mexico mission trip is a blessing for church group
Thanksgiving is a time of, well, being thankful. And there’s nothing like being around people who are less fortunate to make us feel thankful for what we have.
Letter: Thanks for great care at Pioneers Medical
A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Kellie Turner and staff in the ER at Pioneers Medical Center. We couldn’t have asked for better care and concerns. Also a great big thank you for all your prayers, calls and all the support we received during our time of need.
Free holiday movie is a cherished Christmas memory
With the gray clouds of a looming storm blowing in, there is more on the breeze than the smell of fresh snow. There are memories adrift. Like coal smoke on a cold winter’s day. The memories of anticipating Christmas break in past seasons are as fresh and honest as the[Read More…]



