Given that the Meeker School District has experienced an uptick over the past year in school threats or actions that could be considered threatening to the school, I felt compelled to share with our community information regarding the threat assessment process we utilize. While the vast majority of these scenarios[Read More…]
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Cowboy Up! What an honor. Dear Editor, Thank you to the Meeker High School senior class. Thank you for remembering your time in the library. I appreciate all of you and how you’re making a difference in our part of the world. Thank you to the school district for the[Read More…]
Obituary – Viola Payton
Nov. 22, 1928 ~ Jan. 11, 2024 Viola Payton was born at home in Ramah, Colorado on Nov. 22, 1928, to Green and Carrie (Simpson) Christian, the youngest of eight children. She began her education in Ramah and attended Palmer High School in Colorado Springs before moving to Grand Valley,[Read More…]
SPIRIT OF COURT WILL AWARD
Mollee Vroman of Meeker is one of two young rodeo enthusiasts to receive “Spirit of Court Will” awards from State Sen. Perry Will in January 2024 “for their dedication to the sport of rodeo and putting time and effort into practicing to be a winner.” The buckles awarded are named[Read More…]
Rio Blanco County Newscast #120 ~ Jan. 25, 2024
In this newscast we cover the top stories from the last edition of January 24. We also interview some of the MHS students who won Scholastic Art Awards!
Looking back: ice jams and flooding along the river
It’s been a while since weather conditions created ice jams and winter flooding on the White River, but history indicates the trouble used to appear with greater frequency from Meeker all the way to Rangely. The last mention we can find of ice jam flooding in the Herald’s archives is[Read More…]
Community Calendar: January 25, 2024
Bingo this Saturday, Jan. 27 MEEKER | Come play Bingo, presented by the Rio Blanco County Historical Society, this Saturday at the Heritage Culture Center (517 Park Ave.) Doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 6:30. Meeker Business Rally Jan. 31 MEEKER | The Meeker Chamber of Commerce will[Read More…]
Museum Musings: Letters from history, No. 32
White River Agency, Colorado, April 7, 1879 Sir: In this quarterly report I have to say the health of the Indians has not been so good as hitherto and there have been some deaths, while some have recovered from pneumonia, though the tendency now seems toward consumption. A serious fighting[Read More…]
Student Spotlight: Life beyond Meeker
EDITOR’S NOTE: This student narrative was submitted by MHS instructor Kathleen Kelley. We’re publishing it here as the first in what we hope will be a series of “Student Spotlights,” showcasing the thoughts, perspectives and writing abilities of our local students much the same way athletic prowess is highlighted on[Read More…]
Town of Meeker denies Family Dollar liquor license
After a lengthy report from Family Dollar’s representative, a third-party company hired by Family Dollar to conduct a community survey, multiple questions raised by trustees and comments from several town residents, Meeker’s board of trustees voted down a beer and wine liquor license application for the Family Dollar store on[Read More…]
MSD superintendent discusses threat assessments, student safety
Meeker School District Board of Directors and staff kicked of regular meetings for 2024 this week Meeting discussion time was primarily dedicated toward finances and FY 2024-25 budget preparations. The board also reviewed staff updates, clarifications and action steps regarding threat assessments and student safety, talked virtual attendance, teacher training[Read More…]
Transform lives with HopeWest Meeker
The new year can bring a renewed sense of purpose and the opportunity to make meaningful changes not just in our lives, but in the lives of others. HopeWest Meeker, supporting individuals and families with palliative care and grief counseling services, invites you to consider the many benefits of impacting[Read More…]
Come say hi!
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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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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