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Meeker 4-H Achievement Night Livestream

January 15, 2021 Caitlin Walker 0

This stream will go live at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14. Click “Watch”. View the full program at https://www.flipsnack.com/heraldtimes1885/2020-meeker-program.html

Former RBC extension agent arrested on felony charges

October 24, 2019 Niki Turner 0

RBC | Former county extension agent Bill Ekstrom was arrested Thursday, Oct. 24 on 12 felony charges ranging from wrongful branding to cattle theft to concealing estrays, according to a press release received from the […]

Magical Night at Hogwarts Oct. 27

October 26, 2018 Special to the Herald Times 0

MEEKER | Oct. 27 is the second annual A Magical Night at Hogwarts in Meeker 4-H fund raiser held at the RBC Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. This event is open to the public. 4-H clubs […]

Wizards for a day: Meeker, Rangely host Hogwarts nights

October 25, 2018 Special to the Herald Times 0

Parkview’s A Night at Hogwarts Friday, Oct. 26 RANGELY | Rangely’s Parkview Elementary will host its annual “A Night at Hogwarts” this Friday, Oct. 26 from 5:30-8 p.m. As always the evening will be filled […]

Vesicular stomatitis reported in Rio Blanco County, NW Colorado

September 23, 2015 Special to the Herald Times 0

RBC I Vesicular Stomatitis (VS) is a contagious disease that afflicts horses, livestock, wildlife and even humans has found its way into northwestern Colorado and Rio Blanco County. The disease is caused by a virus […]

Vole population runs rampant in areas near and around Rangely

July 29, 2015 Special to the Herald Times 0

RANGELY I A high population of voles, often called field mice, has exploded this year in the Rangely area.

Tree planting: How best to get healthy trees into the ground

July 21, 2015 Special to the Herald Times 0

EDITOR’S NOTE: Last week, we discussed selection and pre-plant considerations for trees and shrubs. The following is a detailed recommendation for you to consider as you plant. RBC I Step 1. Determine depth of the […]

County Extension: Type of land, location is key to planting trees… Part One of Two

July 8, 2015 Special to the Herald Times 0

RBC I With spring approaching, green thumbers and homeowners are thinking about green lawns, budding trees, colorful flowers, bountiful gardens and taking pride in upgrading the landscape or yard. Planting a tree is one way […]