RBC | Two years ago, you elected me to serve in the Colorado State House and stand up for Northwest Colorado. From Vail to Rangely, Oak Creek to Maybell, I continue to keep my commitment to the people of House District 26 to deliver on the three Es: education, the[Read More…]
Tag: Rio Blanco County
Tips for recreating safely and responsibly
RBC | With summer outdoor recreation activities picking up, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) encourages state park visitors to act as stewards for the state’s land, wildlife, and water by balancing outdoor recreation with mindful conservation. Below are a few tips on how to recreate responsibly to help you have[Read More…]
Q&A with the District 3 Commissioner Candidates
REGAS HALANDRAS Background and qualifications: I have a long history in Rio Blanco County. I was born in Meeker and have been back here since 1992. After graduating from the University of Denver in 1988, I have lived in a few other places including South Texas and Hawaii. In 1992,[Read More…]
Undeterred by Ride the Rockies cancellation, Christian cycling group plans to carry on Colorado ride to raise funds for children’s mission
RBC | Ends Cycling has combined cycling with global missions since 2012. Its members raise funds individually for selected beneficiaries and then participate in various cycling tours. The group had planned to participate in the Ride the Rockies tour next week. Outreach Tour Coordinator for Ends Cycling David Wehrle was[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: May 26-June 1, 2024
ARRESTS There were no arrests this week. CALL SUMMARIES 5/27/2024 @ 9:35 am. A fight amongst juveniles was reported in the area of 6th & Garfield. Two juveniles were fighting and a third juvenile was using his cell phone for lighting. 5/29/2024 @ 6:49 pm. A road rage situation started[Read More…]
Colorado Parks and Wildlife seeking public comment on elk and bear management plans in NW Colorado
RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeking input on two draft management plans for elk and bears in northwest Colorado. The draft plans can be viewed on the Herd Management Plan page of our website, and are open to public review and comment through June 30. CPW is evaluating[Read More…]
Hippology winners
RBC | The first Rio Blanco Open Hippology Contest was a huge success with multiple ribbons and prizes awarded, much learning accomplished, delicious food, great atmosphere and company. We couldn’t have done it without our amazing sponsors: Bonnie Long (a longtime supporter of youth judging contests, livestock judging coach and[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – June 5th, 2024
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago We predict that the despised native cottonwood will receive more attention than usual next spring. F.E. Sheridan and Charley Taylor returned from Denver Wednesday evening after leaving Dr. French at St. Luke’s hospital. The doctor stood the trip very well. Clarence Allen is home[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: APRIL 7-13, 2024
ARRESTS A 35 year-old female was arrested for criminal mischief with a domestic violence enhancer and taken to jail. She was released on April 10th, 2024 CALL SUMMARIES 4/7/2024 @ 3:40 pm. A disturbance broke out on Water St. in the town limits of Meeker. It was initially reported that[Read More…]
County names finalists for administrator position
RBC | Rio Blanco County Commissioners selected four finalists for the position of county administrator during a special meeting Thursday. The finalists’ names are: 1. Amity Broussard 2. Vicki Edwards 3. Jeremy Muxlow 4. Guy Dansie Commissioners will conduct interviews during a public session on Tuesday, April 23, in Rangely.[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – April 18th, 2024
Meeker Library book club May 13 MEEKER | The Meeker Public Library book club is reading Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir. We will meet to discuss the book at the Meeker Public Library on Monday, May 13, at 1 p.m. Extra copies are available for check out at the[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – April 18th, 2024
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago War ought to send the price of beef up several notches. The street cleaning department has a force of men at work cleaning out the town ditches preparatory to turning on the water. It is claimed that Lake Erie produces more fish to the[Read More…]
