I would like to take a few minutes to relate the happenings of Dave’s accident on the morning of Feb. 19. The first thing I want to make clear is that this is not a political statement, but just a statement of fact.
Tag: Opinion
Letter: Sheriff’s office should take over grade school
In reference to the controversy over what to do with the building when the school moves, it is the perfect solution to the needs of the county. The elementary school is the same decor as the courthouse, is large enough to house the entire RBC Sheriff’s Office, and it should[Read More…]
Letter: Teams represent our community as well
I would like to say how much I enjoyed the games at the district basketball tournament. However, I was very disappointed in the sportsmanship of the Meeker boys’ team and coach when they wouldn’t stay in the gym to accept the second-place trophy.
Letter: Mental illness needs to be understood
Although advancements in the diagnosis, treatment and acceptance of mental illnesses in the world have been beneficial to the growth of our society, it still is perhaps one of the least understood problems we face. Oftentimes, mental illness is considered just someone’s lack of personal discipline, and therefore deemed to[Read More…]
Letter: Reader appreciates free obituary policy
I’ve wanted to send a huge thank-you to the newspaper for allowing the obituaries to be free. At such a difficult time, it was nice and reassuring to not have to pay an extra fee to let people know of our loss.
Letter: Loyann Hayes says thanks for prayers
I want to thank you all for your cards and prayers. Jerry is stable and starting to improve. He is at Trillium Specialty Hospital — East Valley, 215 S. Power Rd., Mesa, AZ 85206. Thank you, the Hayes family.
Letter: Keep Kacey Pozorski in your prayers
I am sure most know what is going on with my granddaughter Kacey. She has been diagnosed with a rare form of tumor. She is an amazing, strong-willed, confident and beautiful red-head.
Memorial service for Stone Martin is Friday, March 19
Stone Martin died far too young. He was only 9. But his memory lives on in the hearts and minds of his family, his friends and everyone who knew him.
Letter: Praise for Peggy Rector’s leadership
Really enjoyed your recent write-up on Peggy Rector’s involvement in local government. I was serving as a Routt County Commissioner from the time Peg came in until the tragic accident.
Letter: Superintendent lists debt-cutting goals
As Rangely School District patrons know, the economy is not good. The most extraordinary economic recession since the Great Depression is taking a toll on families, companies, non-profits and our school district.
Letter: Message of farm safety important
Rio Blanco Farm Bureau strongly promotes safety on our farms and ranches. Unfortunately, agriculture is still one of the most dangerous industries and children are too often hurt or even killed while playing or working on farms.
Letter: Martins express ‘heartfelt gratitude’
The Martin family would like to convey our deepest, heartfelt gratitude to the community of Meeker. We have been affectionately overwhelmed by the amount of concern and support shown us since Stone’s tragic passing and during the difficulties our family now faces.
