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A positive approach to birthdays

“You are really getting up there” is the kind of comment no one really wants to hear, unless you are still a child eagerly awaiting the next birthday. As long as it is said as a joke, it is accepted as a well-meant reminder. Children and adults alike learn quickly[Read More…]

September 20, 2023 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Nearly 103…

Happy birthday to former Meeker school teacher Ethel Stone Starbuck, who will turn 103 on Monday, Aug. 31. She’s pictured here with daughter Paula Starbuck Armstrong. Also pictured are Jim Cook, Marge Rogers, Johnnie Barton and wife Ginny. The Walbridge Wing in Meeker is hosting a drive-by birthday celebration for[Read More…]

August 28, 2020 by Herald Times Staff Comments are Disabled

Meeker’s Evelyn Metzger, 102, enjoys birthday party

MEEKER I The term “senior citizen” is an understatement in the case of long-time Meeker resident Evelyn Metzger, who turned 102 on April 20. She spoke among friends who had gathered for a surprise birthday party in her home: Herald Times: Happy birthday, Evelyn. Where were you born? Evelyn Metzger:[Read More…]

May 1, 2015 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Milestones

First birthday…

Madeline Olivia Cojocaru, “Madi”, celebrated her first birthday Dec. 3, 2012.

January 7, 2013 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

80 is good …

Richard Nickson was surprised by many of his relatives and friends to celebrate his 80th birthday at the Rangely Muesum Park Sept. 15.

September 28, 2012 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

90th birthday …

Lee Watson pictured with his youngest daughter on his lap, next to his wife Eva Dean holding one of their great granddaughters, celebrated his 90th birthday surrounded by all all children and most of their grand and great grandchildren last weekend. The Watsons will celebrate their 64th wedding anniversary Oct.[Read More…]

September 26, 2012 by Bobby Gutierrez Comments are Disabled

Surprise!

It’s hard to pull one over on Denise Pearce but several friends were able to surprise the “princess” on her 50th birthday last week. Happy birthday Denise!

April 22, 2011 by Bobby Gutierrez Comments are Disabled

Meeker Locals: March 5

MEEKER — Don’t forget to “spring forward” one hour this Saturday night before you go to bed. We’re back to daylight -saving time, ladies and gentlemen! Spring is on its way, and it’s certainly felt that way the past week or so. Don’t put those coats and snowboots away yet,[Read More…]

March 5, 2009 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Meeker Locals: February 26

A word of caution to everyone out there taking over-the-counter medications to deal with bouts of cold and flu: read the directions on the boxes. Medical personnel, and your body, will thank you!

February 26, 2009 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Meeker Locals: February 19

Congratulations and good luck to Meeker wrestlers Matt Moody and Jared Doll as they head off for to state competition this week!

February 19, 2009 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Meeker Locals: February 12

Saturday is Valentine’s Day, considered the most romantic holiday of the year.

February 12, 2009 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Meeker Locals: February 5

If our ears were all we had to go by, we’d believe everyone was sick, everyone was broke, and the energy industry had just announced Black Sunday II. Let’s try an experiment, just for a week or so, start spreading some good news! Make it up, if you have to,[Read More…]

February 5, 2009 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled