Tag: Spring
HOPE SPRINGS …
… eventually, at least here in western Colorado. An “atmospheric river event” has brought more precipitation to our region during the first official week of spring. | PAT DAGGET/VISIT MEEKER COLORADO PHOTOS
DANDELION FIELDS FOREVER …
A man who took great pride in his lawn found himself with a large crop of dandelions. He tried every method he knew to get rid of them. Still they plagued him. Finally he wrote the department of agriculture. He enumerated all the things he had tried and closed his[Read More…]
PARTING SHOT …
Whether or not the weather has made up its mind about what season it is, curious little robins are pretty certain spring has very much sprung. | CAITLIN WALKER PHOTO
WACKY WEATHER
In true Rocky Mountain spring fashion, Rio Blanco County experienced massive wind gusts, temps in the seventies, temps in the 30s, sunshine, snow and everything in between–all in the course of a few days. We could do without the wind, but the wacky weather hasn’t phased the county’s fluffier residents,[Read More…]
Kaye’s Corner: Spring cometh!
Last week when I was starting this article, I was outside walking in balmy 48-degree temps and sunshine. It felt so good to be outside on a beautiful Colorado day. Yes, spring is around the corner and I am delighted. Finally, the icicles on our roof will melt and our[Read More…]
SPRINGING AHEAD …
Springtime in the Rockies means snow showers and flowers, all at the same time. Don’t forget to spring forward this weekend on the clock, as well–Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday. | PAT DAGGETT PHOTO
BLOOMING …
Spring continues to make its presence known around RBC ( … and yes, we realize by the time this makes it to social media there may very well be snow on the ground again. That’s how this whole weekly newspaper thing works.) LUCAS TURNER PHOTOS
TIS THE SEASON …
Springtime marks the start of branding season for local cattle ranchers. | SOPHIA GEODERT PHOTOS
BLUE SKIES …
The snow is well on its way out of the valley, at least until Colorado decides to mix it up, which happens approximately every hour or so. This week’s weather featured beautiful mid-70 temps, followed by the mid-20s and a slushy snow storm. | SOPHIA GEODERT PHOTO
BLOOMING …
NEW MOO …
It’s one of the busiest times of year for local ranchers, with new life is making its way into the world at the Brennan ranch in the Piceance Basin (above) and all around Rio Blanco County. | KARI BRENNAN COURTESY PHOTO
Come say hi!
There will be three cannon test shots fired downtown on Friday, May 3 as a test run for the 4th of July. For more information on the cannon itself, visit https://www.theheraldtimes.com/the-sound-of-history-come-to-life/meeker/
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As the saying goes, "Small towns are the natural habitat of the drama llama."
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Feel like you're always "putting out fires" instead of doing the important things? https://www.theheraldtimes.com/editors-column-differentiating-the-urgent-from-the-important/opinion/
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A Celebration of Life will be held by the family "when the weather warms up and the work is all done this spring," according to Kay's wishes.
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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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