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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – September 28th, 2023

Another outstanding Meeker Classic thanks to community involvement Dear Editor, An open letter to the community: with the 2023 Meeker Classic in the books, it’s fitting to send out praises to the community for pulling off an outstanding event. These things don’t just happen — it takes the efforts of[Read More…]

September 27, 2023 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

That Classic magic …

The 36th annual Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials entertained hundreds of attendees this past week. Here are some photos from the event.

September 13, 2023 by Herald Times Staff Comments are Disabled

Welcome to the Classic!

Faansie Basson: finding balance with sheep and life By Anne S. Hatch MEEKER | There is a well-kept secret. In early September, as summer slowly slips into the rearview mirror, people flock to Meeker, Colorado, a small town located 225 miles west of Denver and 100 miles northeast of Grand[Read More…]

September 6, 2023 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Meeker Classic to commence Sept. 6

MEEKER | In just a few short weeks, from Sept. 6-10, the 36th annual Meeker Classic Sheepdog Trials will commence, and once again little ol’ Meeker will fill up with visitors excited to belong to our small community if only for a few days. This is an international, world class[Read More…]

August 24, 2023 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Features

TOP DOGS …

Faansie Basson (far left) and his dogs Jack and Finn took first and third place respectively at this year’s Meeker Classic. Basson was also champion in 2012 and took third place last year. In second and 12th place was Barbara Ray of Millsboro, Virginia (not pictured.) | CAITLIN WALKER PHOTO

September 15, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Basson wins Meeker Classic ‘Triple Crown’

It was an accomplishment not often achieved at the Meeker Classic – this year, Faansie Basson and 7 year-old Jack came to Meeker to do some serious business. The sheep were unusually tough this year with only 48% of the 135 preliminary runs seeing a score. Oppressive heat during the[Read More…]

September 15, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Counting sheep at the Meeker Classic

The border collies tend to get top billing at the Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials, but it could be said that behind (or in front of) every good dog, are sheep that will test their mettle and bring out the best in dog and handler. These are the sheep Julie[Read More…]

September 15, 2022 by editor Comments are Disabled

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Recipe Reveal: Magic at the Meeker Classic

MEEKER I Each September in Meeker, as the cars line up at the main gate, flags ascend poles, the set-out crew fills pens at the top of the course with sheep while smells of fresh coffee fill the crisp morning air. Clerks check their timers, running orders are posted, water[Read More…]

September 9, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

BACK TO THE CLASSIC …

This year’s Meeker Classic began bright and early Wednesday, Sept. 7. Above, Rob Miller and dog Ben of Middleton, ID, work sheep during a preliminary run. Find the schedule for the weekend, including runs, demos, exhibits and plenty more, at www.meekersheepdog.com. | CAITLIN WALKER PHOTOS

September 7, 2022 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

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Annual quilt show supports women’s education programs

Take a break from the dogs and hot summer days to enjoy the hard work and artistic treasures at the 2022 quilt show. This year’s event is Sept. 9, 12-5:30 p.m. and Sept. 10, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Fairfield Center, 200 Main St., in Meeker. Your small[Read More…]

August 26, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Goedert receives Classic scholarship

MEEKER | Each year the “Meeker Classic Memorial Scholarship” is dedicated in honor and memory of exemplary individuals that have been involved with the Meeker Classic, but have now passed away. The recipient of the 2021 Meeker Classic Scholarship is awarded the scholarship this year–the 2021 scholarship is in honor[Read More…]

August 25, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

News Notes: August 18, 2022

P.E.O. quilt show Sept. 9 and 10 MEEKER | Featuring new quilts from across Northwest Colorado, the P.E.O. Quilts in the Country show will be held from 12-5:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9 and from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10 at the Fairfield Center (200 Main St., Meeker).[Read More…]

August 18, 2022 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled