Rio Blanco County dispatchers were awarded the Team of the Year and Dispatch Center of the Year award by the Colorado Chapter of NENA/APCO. “We are incredibly honored to share that Rio Blanco County Dispatch was awarded Team of the Year and Dispatch Center of the Year. With nearly 20[Read More…]
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RIO HAPPENINGS: Nov. 9-15, 2025
ARRESTS There were no arrests this week. CALL SUMMARIES 11/13/2025 8:05 am. A caller reported a deer in distress after getting stuck in a fence on Highway 139. Upon arrival, the deputy observed a buck “assisting” the doe in his own enthusiastic way, ultimately helping her free herself. Both animals[Read More…]
BOCC meeting draws full room, split opinions on library administration
MEEKER | The Rio Blanco Board of County Commissioners held its regular monthly meeting last week in Meeker, opening to a full room of community members. Before beginning the agenda, Commissioner Doug Overton paused to recognize and thank veterans in attendance and throughout the community. “Whether you served in[Read More…]
Roberts announces candidacy for reelection to State Senate seat
PRESS RELEASE RBC | State Senator Dylan Roberts was elected in 2022 to represent Senate District 8 which includes all or part of Clear Creek, Eagle, Garfield, Gilpin, Grand, Jackson, Moffat, Rio Blanco, Routt, and Summit Counties. He has declared his campaign for re-election, reaffirming his commitment to making[Read More…]
Travis Mobley announces candidacy for Rio Blanco County Sheriff in 2026
PRESS RELEASE RBC | Travis Mobley is officially announcing his candidacy for Rio Blanco County Sheriff in the 2026 election, bringing with him nearly three decades of dedicated service, deep community roots, and a commitment to faith, family, and the people of Rio Blanco County. Travis grew up in Meeker,[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: Nov. 2-8, 2025
ARRESTS There were no arrests this week. CALL SUMMARIES 11/3/2025 @ 1:47 pm. A small brush fire was reported near the 28 mile-marker on County Road 5. Meeker Volunteer Fire Dept. responded only to find it was a controlled burn that had not been called in. 11/4/2025 @ 12:47 pm.[Read More…]
CPW begins drafting management plan for bison
Special to the HT RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) has begun the process to draft a management plan for the Book Cliffs bison herd, following the signing of Senate Bill 25-053 by Governor Jared Polis. This new legislation establishes a dual classification for bison in Colorado, as both[Read More…]
Conrado Family Fund donates $30K to food banks in Meeker, Craig and Rifle
Press Release RBC | Responding to rising need and dwindling funding for local food assistance programs, the Conrado family of Meeker has donated a total of $30,000 to food banks serving Meeker, Rifle and Craig. Owners of MSG Ready Mix and Meeker Sand & Gravel, the Conrados made the contribution[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: OCT. 26-Nov. 1, 2025
ARRESTS 10/27/2025 A 43-year-old male was arrested on 2nd degree assault. He was transported to jail. 11/02/2025 A 38-year-old male was arrested on a warrant out of Mesa County and possession of more than 5 lbs. of marijuana with intent to dispense, sell, or distribute. CALL SUMMARIES 10/27/2025 @ 1:16[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – November 6th, 2025
Bake sale Nov. 7 at Backcountry Outpost MEEKER | Meeker’s Women’s Bible Study group will be holding their annual bake sale on Nov. 7 from 8:30-noon in front of Backcountry Outpost (223 8th St.). They always use the money raised to support local, national and international charities. Please come by[Read More…]
CNCC: A season of giving
The season of giving, spanning from late November through early January, is a time defined by kindness, generosity, and gratitude. It begins in earnest with Giving Tuesday, a global movement encouraging people to give back through acts of service, gifts, and charitable donations. At Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC), the[Read More…]
On the ballot…Propositions LL & MM
RBC | If you haven’t already cast your vote, sort that stack of unopened mail and find your 2025 ballot. It’s a pretty simple one for Rio Blanco County residents this year, with just two items to deliberate: Propositions LL and MM. Both propositions have to do with free public[Read More…]
