In response to the closure of Meeker Drugs downtown and the delayed opening of a retail pharmacy at Pioneers Medical Center, the pharmacy at Rangely District Hospital, in conjunction with the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office and the Rio Blanco County Department of Public Health and Environment, and PMC, have[Read More…]
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RBC Search and Rescue receives commendation from Colorado Senate
RBC I On April 27, 2021, at the request of Senator Kerry Donovan, the Colorado State Senate issued the commendation and congratulation to Rio Blanco County Search and Rescue for their ongoing service to the people of Colorado. They stated Rio Blanco SAR has demonstrated commitment to the well being[Read More…]
Fire season is not over
RBC | Extreme drought and fire conditions continue to plague Northwest Colorado as we head into mid-autumn. According to Rio Blanco County Sheriff Anthony Mazzola, last week the Rio Blanco Fire Protection District responded to five human-start fires, four of which were allegedly started by hunters in the forest. “We[Read More…]
Residents speak up on behalf of local dispatch as county proposes moving services
Another special meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 1 at 1:15 p.m. Commissioners will vote on combining several county departments before continuing the 2021 budget process. RBC | Rio Blanco County residents concerned about keeping dispatch services local filled the commissioners’ meeting room to overflowing Monday. Sheriff Anthony Mazzola put[Read More…]
Stage 1 fire restrictions to begin July 15 in Rio Blanco County
After multiple wildland fires ignited early this week, Rio Blanco County Sheriff Anthony Mazzola issued an order Tuesday enacting stage 1 fire restrictions beginning July 15 and effective until rescinded for Bureau of Land Management-administered lands, unincorporated and private lands in the county. The order follows White River National Forest’s[Read More…]
RBC WEEKLY CALL REVIEW
WEEKLY CALL REVIEW AT THE RIO BLANCO COUNTY SHERIFF’S DISPATCH CENTER June 29-July 5, 2020 Meeker Dispatch Center administered 529 phone calls last week including 37 911 calls, answered 62 calls for Meeker Police Department (MPD) and placed 179 outgoing calls. A total of 225 calls for service were created,[Read More…]
Weekly Call Review: June 8-14, 2020
Meeker Dispatch Center administered 470 phone calls last week including 30 911 calls, answered 41 calls for Meeker Police Department (MPD) and placed 124 outgoing calls. A total of 208 calls for service were created, 81 for the Sheriff’s Office, 71 for MPD. Note the department breakdown of calls may[Read More…]
Government entities to put on “Sirens of Appreciation Parade” this Saturday
RBC | Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday a “Sirens of Appreciation” parade. Various government entities will bring out their law enforcement, EMS and fire vehicles and follow routes in both Meeker and Rangely with sirens sounding. The parade will take place this Saturday at 3 p.m. The purpose[Read More…]
Lion Fire burns 229 acres, structures and vehicles; full containment expected today
UPDATED 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 8 MEEKER | Fire crews from the Meeker Volunteer Fire Department, BLM, the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office and the state’s Division of Fire Prevention and Control responded to a fire in Lion’s Canyon about 3 miles west of Meeker at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday. The[Read More…]
CALL REVIEW
Feb. 24-March 1, 2020 Meeker Dispatch Center administered 349 phone calls last week including 27 911 calls, 27 calls for Meeker Police Department (MPD) and placed 89 outgoing calls. A total of 150 calls for service were created, 50 for the Sheriff’s Office, 46 for MPD.
Weekly Call Review: Feb. 17-23
The following information is a weekly review of the calls for service that were reported to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Communications Office. If you have any questions or would like an explanation of the call types listed please call 878-9600. We will not regularly post any information as to[Read More…]
Sheriff dispels takeover rumors, commends police chief
RANGELY I New Town of Rangely trustee Keely Ellis was sworn in during the regular board meeting on Feb. 11. Ellis was welcomed by Rangely Mayor Andy Shaffer and Trustees Alisa Granger, Luke Geer and Andy Key (attending via Skype). Ellis brings a great deal of experience in economic development[Read More…]
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Three finalists for county administrator were interviewed by the commissioners last Tuesday. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/commissioners-interview-administrator-candidates/rio-blanco-county/
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The RBC Livestock Judging team competed in Sterling. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/rbc-livestock-judging-team-earns-multiple-awards-in-sterling/rio-blanco-county/
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MHS Drama presented "Emma: A Pop Musical" for its spring performance in April, to rave reviews. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/another-stellar-performance-by-mhs-drama-program/meeker/
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The Meeker Mustang Makeover of 2024 kicks off on Saturday with pick-up day. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/from-scared-to-paired-mustang-journey-starts-saturday/rio-blanco-county/
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With community help, Rangely High School track debuted the pole vault event at their home meet.
https://www.theheraldtimes.com/panthers-debut-pole-vault/sports/
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Even with rain and snow coming this weekend, the time is now to start thinking about your gardening plan. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/358647-2/rio-blanco-county/
3 days ago
The MHS Cowboys are racking up their qualifications for the state meet in May. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/cowboys-travel-to-coal-ridge-rangely-meets/sports/
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The Barone Middle School track team competed and placed well in the meet in West Grand last weekend. The eighth grade boys won the overall meet. Read the recap online at ht1885.com.
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