The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago • Enterprising Al Strehlke of the City Drug Store held his annual ice cream and fountain opening Saturday, and in spite of unfavorable weather it was a pronounced success.
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Obituary: Darryl Stout
Darryl Dwight Stout died Friday, April 23, 2010. He was born in Mooreland, Okla., on May 27, 1951, near the family’s cattle operation. The second child of Lovella (Fern) Stout and Louis Dwight Stout, Darryl attended grade school in Mooreland until the beginning of the second grade; when he moved[Read More…]
Letter: Why aren’t “experts” out there coaching?
Be a coach … I don’t think so. As the wife of a coach for many years and the mother of a coach for quite a few, I have about seen and heard it all. The one thing I have learned for sure is that the people in the stands[Read More…]
Letter: Water storage issues have been studied
According to last week’s Herald Times, the Yellow Jacket Water Conservation District members met with district taxpayers to discuss water storage for uses such as oil shale development.
Guest ministers at Frontier Fellowship
MEEKER | Frontier Fellowship of Meeker welcomes guest minister Bill Behrman this Sunday at 9:30 a.m. at 345 Main St. Everyone is invited.
Meeker Locals
A Facebook fan had an interesting idea in response to a question about Meeker’s need for jobs on our Facebook page last week. What if all the various local producers of saleable items combined their efforts and sold their wares under the covering of one “Meeker” brand? It’s an intriguing[Read More…]
Hughes, Luce and de Vergie top Shelton scramble field
MEEKER I The snow from recent storms melted into the fairways and greens at Meeker Golf Course and the sun shone all day last Saturday for the first annual Shelton Welding three-person scramble. “The course is in great shape and the greens are rolling good,” golf pro Jim Cook said.
Letter: Citing her health, Borchard decides not to seek re-election to PMC board
Dear Editor, As you know, I was recently diagnosed with cancer. I am now engaged in the battle of my life, a battle I will fight to win with the prayers and support of my family and friends. Under these circumstances, I want to focus my energy on my health[Read More…]
Town awards bids for Ute Road, roundabout
MEEKER I The town awarded the bid for the Ute Road project, the roundabout at the junction of Ute Road and Sulphur Creek Road and construction of sidewalks on said project to Rifle contractor Martinez Western Constructors of Rifle. Martinez Western was the low bidder out of five bids submitted,[Read More…]
Coach has made a difference in her life
Being 19 years old, I have already had the joy of experiencing some of the greatest moments in my life. Many of these memories involved family, friends and the many adventures we shared together. However, along with the good memories there are always times in which you remember failing, or[Read More…]
ERBM dance students to perform May 9
MEEKER I ERBM Recreation and Park District Academy dancers, directed by Kari Jo Stevens, will perform on Mother’s Day Sunday, May 9, at 5 p.m. at the Meeker High School Auditorium.
March RBC Warranty Deeds
MARCH 2010 TRANSACTIONS Seller: Robert Bales Buyer: Christopher and Julie Sheppard Description: Subdivision: Sagewood West Subdivision 189097 29 Block: 4 981 Half Turn Road Transaction Price: $172,000 Seller: Home Loan & Investment Company Buyer: Steve Holley Description: Subdivision: White Subdivision Re-Subdivision of Lots 6-12 Block A 289324 Lot: 10B 111[Read More…]
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The Barone Middle School track team competed and placed well in the meet in West Grand last weekend. The eighth grade boys won the overall meet. Read the recap online at ht1885.com.
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The Meeker Preschool Roundup will be held this Friday, April 26th from 8am to 4pm!
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Gear up for an unforgettable adventure with the 2024 Ride The Rockies Route, set to unfold from June 9th to 15th! Read all about this new and exciting adventure visiting Meeker this year in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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Rangely Panther Kobey Chism (#22) has been selected to play in the 2024 8-man football all-state game. He’s sponsored by the Bleed Green Lancaster #17 Foundation. Story at ht1885.com.
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Rio Blanco Fire Protection District (RBFPD) will begin work on a firebreak northwest of the Town of Meeker this month. Read about it online at ht1885.com.
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You can always find a reason to laugh... start with yourself. Hear from our Editor in her column this week online at ht1885.com.
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The amount of money reported lost to fraud and scams in the United States nearly tripled from $3.5 billion in 2020 to $10 billion in 2023, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Learn the tricks to help protect yourself and your family in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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About 80 Meeker Elementary Students participated in the reading competition. Prizes were distributed according to the most minutes read by each student. Story at ht1885.com.
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