RANGELY | Many of the opportunities that Rangely citizens enjoy are supported by dedicated volunteers. Without them, many resources and opportunities would fail or be unrealized. Most organizations in Rangely are operated by a board of directors. These people are volunteers who believe in the organization with a passion and[Read More…]
Tag: Volunteers
HOPEWEST …
HopeWest celebrated its volunteers with ice cream sundaes on the courthouse lawn. Hope the mini-horse, HopeWest’s new mascot, made an appearance for the first time also. | SOPHIA GOEDERT PHOTO
Volunteers needed to serve on RDA/RDC boards
RANGELY | This summer Rangely lost a volunteering pioneer, someone who was “at the ready” for her community. Peg Rector was a community member whose life was dedicated to making a difference, volunteering on several important boards that helped make Rangely, Rio Blanco County and Northwest Colorado what it is[Read More…]
RIVER REPLANTING …
On the morning of Saturday, June 8 approximately 100 community volunteers and Chevron staff from Rangely and Houston, Texas, replanted the banks of the White River near Rangely with 500 saplings. Chevron had spent months reclaiming and cleaning up a section of leased land that was previously a dumping ground.[Read More…]
Fisher wins second Meeker Classic title
MEEKER | “From the looks of the crowds and the parking lot it was a good one for attendance,” said Meeker Classic director Maym Cunningham of the 32nd annual sheepdog trials. Derek Fisher of New Plymouth, Idaho, and his dog Nell, age 7, was the grand champion with a score[Read More…]
Volunteers are a make-or-break factor for great healthcare
MEEKER | National Volunteer Week is April 15-21, 2018. Each day, volunteers selflessly devote their time to helping others in need. Pioneers Medical Center is proud and wants to thank its volunteers who provide a wide range of services, from delivering Meals on Wheels to spending craft time with Wing Residents[Read More…]
Girl Scouts
MEEKER | The Meeker Girl Scouting program is in search of volunteers. “We would love to be able to grow Girl Scouting in Meeker but need the community’s help in doing so. Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence and character that make the world a better place. Not only[Read More…]
Letter: Meeker Classic board thanks volunteers, friends
Dear Editor: At the close of the 30th annual Meeker Classic Sheepdog Trials, we are again reminded of the extraordinary qualities of this community and why it’s such a special place to call home. What a showcase of volunteerism, community and friendship! Handlers, vendors and visitors to the Meeker Classic[Read More…]
How to volunteer with passion
RBC I If volunteerism is a measure of someone’s passion, then Lisa Sellman’s passion knows no bounds. Sellman, a professional dog trainer and owner of a pet care business, volunteers with activities ranging from working at an animal shelter to taking disabled kids on nature hikes during the summer. She[Read More…]
Paying attention to the details
Local resident Connie Kelley doesn’t like to have her picture taken but we wanted to thank her for volunteering to mow around the signs on both ends of town. “They are such beautiful signs, I just thought they needed a little attention,” Kelley said. Thank you, Connie!
