A good chunk of the town turned out to celebrate Dr. Albert Krueger’s “transition” from decades of practicing medicine at Pioneers Medical Center with a celebration at Smoking River Brewing Co. last weekend. (Top) Dr. Krueger accepted a gift from Charlotte Babcock, daughter of Chris and Heather Babcock. | CAITLIN[Read More…]
Author: Caitlin Walker
WHAT’S GOOD FOR THE GOOSE …
In case you weren’t clued in by the toneless honking echoing around town, the geese are back. Marti Walsh of Rim Rock Campground–the site of our not-so-wild-goose chase–told the HT that geese have been using the sandstone formations around the campground (right) as their chosen perch for as long as[Read More…]
MEET THE ADDAMS …
MHS Drama put on three performances of the Addams Family musical last weekend. Cast members pictured included Katie Lockwood, Ruby Holliday, Aspen Merrifield, Gabe Richardson, Zagar Brown, Sam Hightower, Eduardo Cordova and many more. | CAITLIN WALKER PHOTO
RETIREMENT …
Solveig Olson (right) was honored at a retirement party Saturday at Buffalo Hall for her service to HopeWest. She will be replaced by Diana Jones as Program Director for the palliative care organization, which is funded by local donors. | CAITLIN WALKER PHOTO
Meeker Rec Corner: January 13, 2022
– Jan. 15 – Family Ice Fishing Day – Jan. 21 – Sunlight Ski Trip – Jan. 28 – Cheer Clinic – Feb. 12 – Mother & Daughter Tea – Feb. 18 – Cupid’s Inflatable Pool Party – Feb. 19 – First Aid/CPR/AED Class Find event details at https://www.erbmrec.com/programs
Smoking River Brewing Co. Masquerade Party details
Rangely True Value 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway
Ma Famiglia closing Dec. 17 until further notice
Christmasfest 2021 schedule
Favorite Christmasfest activities are returning! Check out the schedule below for details on all the festivities.
Winter storm warning: 4-8 inches of snow and 35 mph wind gusts expected in RBC
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Winter Storm Warning in effect from 6 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 9 through 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10. Locally, four to eight inches is expected, along with wind gusts as high as 35 mph. Travel could be difficult with reduced visibility[Read More…]
Meeker Parade of Lights {PHOTOS}
Tiffany Jehorek photos
Shop@Home for the Holidays with these local businesses
Show your local businesses some love this season! Shop at the establishments below Nov. 25 through Dec. 23 and enter to win $25 in Chamber Bucks at each place you visit! Fill out a paper slip or scan the QR code. One Meeker winner, one Rangely winner per week for[Read More…]
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The Rangely Panthers track and field team traveled to Grand Junction this past weekend to compete in the Phil Wertman Invitational. Catch up online at ht1885.com.
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Natalie Kracht took first in her 100M heat for the MHS Cowboys at the Glenwood Springs Invitational last weekend. Read the full story online at ht1885.com.
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Join the Meeker High School Drama department for their production of Emma TONIGHT for opening day! Performances through Saturday at 7pm. Tickets are $5 and is a family friendly production.
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MHS senior Ryan Sullivan pitching for the Cowboys against Steamboat. Coming off a series of wins against Monte Vista, Steamboat and Cedaredge, the Cowboys play Grand Valley on Saturday, April 20. RHS junior Marcos Quintana pitching for the Panthers. The Panthers play the Aspen Skiers today at home following wins against Dove Creek on April 13.
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The Rangely Preschool Registration Health Fair is tomorrow, April 19th from 8:30 am to 2pm!
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This year’s batch of Mormon crickets are beginning to hatch. Above is a picture of an immature cricket compared to a dime. JANE TURNBURKE PHOTO Read more online at ht1885.com.
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Join Home.Made for their Spring Cleanout Sale for discounts, new spring styles, and preordering your Mother's Day flowers!
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On April 4, the Meeker Lions Club installed new shelving units for the New Eden Pregnancy Care Center. New Eden asked the Lion’s Club to help them come up with more storage for items within the building, and the Lion’s Club raised money to purchase shelves. OPAL MUNGER PHOTO
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