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Jared Polis · Rio Blanco County

Governor Issues Disaster Emergency for Western Slope Fire

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RIO BLANCO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) - Governor Polis' office declared a disaster emergency to help response efforts for the Elk Creek Fire in Rio Blanco See the Story

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EDITOR’S COLUMN – Take care of yourselves and each other | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

“When you face a crisis, you know who your true friends are.” ~ Magic Johnson As I write this on Wednesday morning, many of our friends and neighbors have either been evacuated due to the fires or are waiting to be told to evacuate. The skies are a little more[Read More...] The post EDITOR’S COLUMN – Take care of yourselves and each other first appeared on The Herald Times.Read Article

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Colorado Northwestern Community College to Offer Zero-Textbook-Cost Degrees in Fall 2025 | Colorado Community College System

Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) will roll out fully zero-textbook-cost Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees in fall 2025, replacing commercial textbooks with free, openly licensed materials. Backed by Colorado’s Open Educational Resources Grant Program, CNCC faculty have transitioned the entire curriculum to OER, a move expected to save students about $2,000 over the course of a two-year degree. The faculty-led initi…Read Article

Preparing for wildfire | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

Advance Preparation Checklist ❏ Prepare an emergency plan using the five P’s – people, pets, prescriptions, papers and priceless items should all be accounted for.❏ Assemble an emergency kit (https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/survival-kit-supplies.html)❏ Clear away all flammable vegetation from within 30 feet or more of your home. Also, clear 10 feet from propane[Read More...] The post Preparing for wildfire first …Wildfires · Rio Blanco County Read Article

Additional evacuation and pre-evacuation orders issued for Lee Fire and Elk Fire residents | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

UPDATED: 4:08 p.m. Elk Fire Evacuation Orders: County Road 8, MM 11-16: evacuation order in place GOSleepy Cat to Lake Avery- North side of the road – GOCounty Rd. 40 and 63 – GORecreationists near Yellow Jacket, Fawn Creek, Sleepy Cat Peak, Sawmill and FS 250 road on the White[Read More...] The post Additional evacuation and pre-evacuation orders issued for Lee Fire and Elk Fire residents first appeared on The Herald Times.Evacuations · Rio Blanco County Read Article

Rogers receives RBC 4-H Youth Fund scholarship | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

RBC | The Rio Blanco County 4-H Youth Fund (previously known as the Rio Blanco County 4-H Foundation) is pleased to award Charlie Rogers of Meeker, Colorado, with the 2025 Rio Blanco County 4-H Youth Fund Scholarship in the amount of $2,000. Charlie is the daughter of Ben and Jamie[Read More...] The post Rogers receives RBC 4-H Youth Fund scholarship first appeared on The Herald Times.Rio Blanco County · Rio Blanco County Read Article

Rangely takes first strides under Hill at Meeker scrimmage | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

RANGELY | Before the first whistle of the regular season, the Rangely Panthers hit the court in Meeker for a two-day preseason camp—leaving with more than just court time, but a clearer picture of the team’s potential. The Panthers competed in a scrimmage tournament this past weekend, facing off against[Read More...] The post Rangely takes first strides under Hill at Meeker scrimmage first appeared on The Herald Times.Rio Blanco County · Rio Blanco County Read Article

104th annual Rio Blanco County Fair kicks off with volunteer set-up, shooting sports | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

Special to the HT RBC | The 2025 County Shoot is in the books. Last Thursday the shooting classes for air rifle and air pistol began the County Fair at the 4-H building in Meeker. Friday archers took aim on bale targets and 3D animal silhouettes at the Rangely Elks[Read More...] The post 104th annual Rio Blanco County Fair kicks off with volunteer set-up, shooting sports first appeared on The Herald Times.Rio Blanco County · Rio Blanco County Read Article

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – July 17th, 2025 | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

Thanks to first responders Dear Editor: I want to personally commend the Rio Blanco/Meeker 911 response for ambulances and personnel to our need and request for help Wednesday July 9, 2025 at the Rolling R Ranch in Buford. Your emergency 911 crew showed up timely and exhibited professionalism in retrieving[Read More...] The post LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – July 17th, 2025 first appeared on The Herald Times.Artificial Intelligence · Rangely Read Article

GUEST COLUMN: Meeker school district accredited with distinction, again | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

Many of our community members know that student learning is held in high regard in the Meeker School District. During the 2024-2025 school year, several external metrics showed outcomes validating that student learning is our primary goal. In the fall of 2024, we shared with our community that the Meeker[Read More...] The post GUEST COLUMN: Meeker school district accredited with distinction, again first appeared on The Herald Times.Science · Rangely Read Article

Rangely claims third straight Rio Blanco Cup title | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

MEEKER | Rivalry, strategy, and strong winds set the stage for another thrilling edition of the Rio Blanco Cup golf tournament this past weekend in Rangely. The two-day event brought together top amateur golfers from Meeker and Rangely, continuing a tradition of fierce but friendly competition between the neighboring towns.[Read More...] The post Rangely claims third straight Rio Blanco Cup title first appeared on The Herald Times.Golf · Rio Blanco County Read Article

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Governor Issues Disaster Emergency for Western Slope Fire

EDITOR’S COLUMN – Take care of yourselves and each other | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

Colorado Northwestern Community College to Offer Zero-Textbook-Cost Degrees in Fall 2025 | Colorado Community College System

Preparing for wildfire | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

Additional evacuation and pre-evacuation orders issued for Lee Fire and Elk Fire residents | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

Rogers receives RBC 4-H Youth Fund scholarship | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

Rangely takes first strides under Hill at Meeker scrimmage | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

104th annual Rio Blanco County Fair kicks off with volunteer set-up, shooting sports | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – July 17th, 2025 | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

GUEST COLUMN: Meeker school district accredited with distinction, again | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

Rangely claims third straight Rio Blanco Cup title | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

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Preparing for wildfire | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

Additional evacuation and pre-evacuation orders issued for Lee Fire and Elk Fire residents | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

Rogers receives RBC 4-H Youth Fund scholarship | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

Rangely takes first strides under Hill at Meeker scrimmage | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

104th annual Rio Blanco County Fair kicks off with volunteer set-up, shooting sports | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – July 17th, 2025 | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

GUEST COLUMN: Meeker school district accredited with distinction, again | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

Rangely claims third straight Rio Blanco Cup title | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado