MEEKER | Due to at least two positive COVID-19 cases among ERBM staff members, the Meeker Recreation Center shutdown starting on Tuesday Nov. 17. As a result of the closure, during the Rec District Board Directors meeting Tuesday staff requested guidance from the board about compensating staff who were unable[Read More…]
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No deal on bridge use for pond project
MEEKER | Diana Jones and Janelle Urista, representing Skijor, came to Meeker’s town board of trustees Tuesday to express gratitude for the “seed money” the town gave to the first skijor event. “We haven’t had the opportunity to come in and give our appreciation for your support,” Jones said. The[Read More…]
3-ON-3 BASKETBALL …
The A-Team was crowned the champions of the ERBM Recreation and Park District adult coed 3-on-3 basketball league this January. Team members included Dr. Travis Anderson, Brandon Sanders, Joe Rose and Dan Bair. This is the A-Team’s second championship in a row, winning in 2019 as well. Courtesy Photo
Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with Santa brought smiles and anticipation of good things to come for little ones last weekend at the Fairfield Center. The annual event is sponsored by the Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan Recreation and Parks District. ERBM Courtesy Photo
2019 Parade of Lights …
Unusually balmy winter weather contributed to a successful Parade of Lights, despite a few glitches. The parade was followed by a fireworks display courtesy of Meeker Volunteer Fire and Rescue as well as sweet treats and caroling in the Meeker Hotel and Cafe. ????Caitlin Walker Photos
Halloween 2019: Meeker PET Winners
ERBM Recreation & Park District hosted Pumpkins Eats ‘n Treats for the annual Halloween celebration. Thirty-three businesses participated in the event, handing out candy to the many trick-or-treaters throughout the afternoon. ERBM would like to thank all businesses and everyone who joined us downtown for a spooky fun time. [Read More…]
Tri the Trails triathlon results
MEEKER | On Saturday, Sept. 14, ERBM Recreation and Park District held the Tri the Trails Triathlon. This new concept had 11 participants get off the pavement and enjoy a beautiful country road bike course and run on the world class trails in Phillip and Dorcas Jensen Memorial Park. The Sprint[Read More…]
Circle Park Pond project inches closer to official groundbreaking
MEEKER | “We’re digging a hole and away we go,” ERBM Executive Director Sean VonRoenn stated during discussion of the Circle Park Pond Project with the board of directors Tuesday evening, providing updates on several issues and preempting discussion of an updated construction bid with a warning that all numbers had[Read More…]
ERBM Surplus Auction
MEEKER | ERBM Recreation and Park District will be hosting a surplus property auction on Friday, Aug. 16 from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Maintenance Shop located at 101 Ute Rd, Meeker. For a list of auction items and more details, visit www.ERBMrec.com/surplusauction.
Co-ed Softball Champs …
The 2019 ERBM Adult Coed Softball League season wrapped up last week with a two-day tournament. The five teams that participated in the six-week long season were McPhee Construction, Ace Trucking, Meeker Misfits, Natural Soda and Noxious Weeds Management (NWM). The championship game was held on Friday, July 26 between[Read More…]
SPIKE …
The Meeker High School Volleyball team hosted a pairs tournament Saturday. TIFFANY JEHOREK PHOTO
Marlins host home meet
MEEKER | The Meeker Marlins hosted their first swim dual that the current team members have ever participated in. The Craig Sharks traveled south and it was a mixture of the older USA Swim Club and the Meeker Youth Swimming from Meeker. The kids were heated together and coach Jamie[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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