PRESS RELEASE RANGELY | On Tuesday, Sept. 3, the Rangely School District Board of Education unanimously approved a bond request to be placed on the Nov. 5, 2024, general election ballot. This bond request, if approved by voters, will secure $27.95 million to fund critical improvements to the district’s facilities,[Read More…]
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Rio Blanco County students awarded OSU scholarships
RBC | On Sept. 4, Rio Blanco County students Teagan Sheridan and Melayni Wangnild were honored by the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture with academic scholarship support for the 2024-2025 academic year. These scholarships are part of the more than $1.8 million that students receive from the Ferguson[Read More…]
Rooted in Rangely: How Bart and Sarah Nielsen’s commitment to community and local business keeps a small town thriving
RANGELY | In the heart of Rangely, Colorado, a small town rich in history and community spirit, the Nielsen family has become a cornerstone of local business. Bart and Sarah Nielsen, owners of the Conoco service station on Main Street, exemplify the commitment and dedication that small-town businesses bring to[Read More…]
Septemberfest 2024
Septemberfest Grand Marshals, Dylan and Mandi Smuts. Fast, Flat & Free Participants. Rangely Jr/Sr High School’s FFA float in the “Celebrating Rangely’s Heritage” parade. Sitton Shotgun put on an awesome concert for the close out of Septemberfest. Chili Cook-Off Participants: Left to Right Beverly Hernandez, Miranda Lee (winner of Best[Read More…]
Rangely awarded $500,000 to promote economic diversification
RANGELY | Gov. Jared Polis and the Office of Economic Development & International Trade (OEDIT) announced Wednesday that Rangely and the West End Economic Development Corp. (WEEDC) in Montrose County have received Coal Transition Community grants. Rangely was awarded $500,000, while WEEDC received $210,680. These grants aim to help local[Read More…]
Rangely Area Chamber Names New Executive Director
MEEKER | The Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce has a change of leadership coming its way. Emma Baker, a chamber board member and past board president, has agreed to take on the Executive Director position. Candra Robie, the current Executive Director, will transition to an Assistant Director role within the[Read More…]
Celebrating Cheri Smith: A beacon of positivity and dedication
RANGELY | Cheri Smith’s journey with the Rangely School District began serendipitously in 1988, sparked by a parenting class led by the high school principal. Seeking guidance for parenting a child with disabilities, Cheri and her husband, Mark, were drawn to the principal’s educational philosophy. This connection led to a[Read More…]
Another Summer Reading Program in the books… no pun intended!
The 17th annual Summer Reading Carnival at the Rangely Regional Library gave readers an opportunity to get outside for some fun and frolic, including an “octopus toss.” This year 231 readers signed up for the program. JESSE MCCANN PhotoS RANGELY | The Summer Reading Program at Rangely Regional Library has come[Read More…]
MEMORIAL BENCH FOR BOUDREAUX
A memorial bench on Hole 3 at Cedar Ridges Golf Course was installed and dedicated (made and donated by Big D’s Oil Field Services) at Cedar Ridges Golf Course in Rangely last weekend and the annual couples tournament will, from now on, be known as the Ellen Boudreaux Couples Classic,[Read More…]
Grammy winning vocal group returns to The TANK
RANGELY | 2017, the adventurous vocal octet Roomful of Teeth came to Rangely to give what is now a legendary performance in a thunderstorm, of which Alex Ross wrote in The New Yorker, “In my experience, music has never seemed closer to nature.” On Aug. 31, Roomful of Teeth return[Read More…]
Mark Skelton: A legacy of dedication and impact in the Rangely School District
RANGELY | Mark Skelton has been an integral part of the Rangely School District since August 1984, impacting countless lives through his dedication to education and coaching. His journey with the district began with a simple letter of inquiry, leading to a career spanning four decades. The Beginning In early[Read More…]
HISTORIC WIN FOR RANGELY GOLFERS ON MEEKER COURSE
For the first time in what is believed-to-be the 18th playing of the Rio Blanco County Cup, the golfers from Rangely came to Meeker and dominated the rain-delayed tournament, defending their title and bragging rights, as the “Cup” will reside in the western end of Rio Blanco County for another[Read More…]
