RBC I Gov. Bill Ritter has named the former district attorney in the 9th Judicial District to the same position in the 22nd Judicial District in southwest Colorado. Mark “Mac” Myers of Mancos will replace Jim Wilson, who died in a motorcycle accident in May.
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Sheriff’s office to disconnect old number
RBC I Several years ago, Rio Blanco County’s IT Department changed out the phone system in the county offices to a voiceover IP system. Because of that, the county had to change numbers. Undersheriff Mike Joos said the old sheriff’s office telephone number (878-5023) has never been shut off, because[Read More…]
Rosemary Hilkey may have to sit out Range Call this year
Rosemary Hilkey has been riding a horse during Range Call activities for “I don’t know how long,” she said. However, she may have to sit out this year’s events. Rosemary was involved in a horse accident June 4, one of several horse-related accidents that have occurred recently. Other experienced riders,[Read More…]
Utah man killed, one injured in wreck
RBC I One man was killed and another injured in a single-vehicle crash June 10 in rural Rio Blanco County, about 20 miles east of Rangely. The victim, Brian Dick, 22, from Vernal, Utah, was a passenger in the Chevrolet pickup.
Lightning Awareness Week to be observed
RBC I The 2010 National Lightning Safety Awareness Week is June 20-26. In Colorado, that also includes Wildfire Awareness during the Lightning Safety Week.
Historical society quarterly meeting June 27
RBC I The Rio Blanco County Historical Society will host a quarterly meeting of the membership at Kilowatt Korner Sunday June 27 at 1 p.m. The board will provide the main dish (pork loin) and drinks, members will bring side dishes and desserts.
BLM extends Jarvie Ranch Fest invitations
VERNAL, Utah I The Bureau of Land Management Vernal Field Office invites the community to attend the Annual Jarvie Ranch Family Fest at the historical John Jarvie Ranch in Browns Park. The Jarvie Fest will be held on Saturday, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome.
Obituary: Mabel Ann Fazzi
Mabel Ann Fazzi Sept. 20, 1936~June 13, 2010 Mabel Ann Fazzi, 73, passed away June 13, 2010, at her residence in Silt. Ann was born Sept. 20, 1936, in Grand Junction, to John Rex and Mabel Bell (Dean) Robinson. She married Fred Fazzi on Jan. 15, 1957, in Las Vegas.
Defend the Constitution
Editor’s note: A pastor and Marine veteran, Zielinske delivered this speech at rallies of the Meeker and Rangely-Dinosaur Tea Party groups. He is pastor of the Meeker Assembly of God Church. Though most of the issues related to the Tea Party movement have to do with the unfortunate reality of[Read More…]
Quarterly oil and gas lease sale is Aug. 12
DENVER I The Bureau of Land Management Colorado State Office has posted its list of parcels for the quarterly competitive oil and gas lease sale scheduled for 9 a.m., Aug. 12 at the state office.
Letters: DAR thankful for Flag Day donations
On behalf of the Augusta Wallihan Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, I appreciate all the contributions that were made when my grandson and I handed out free flags and flag etiquette pamphlets at the post office on Monday, Flag Day.
Letter: Baseball teams say thanks to sponsors
The Rangely High School and Rio Blanco Legion baseball teams would like to thank the following sponsors: Professional Touch, Silver Sage RV Park, Hog Excavating, Hood’s Welding, C and J Field Services, B and H Sports of Grand Junction, Gazelle Transportation, Los Tres Potrillos,
