MEEKER | The Meeker girls basketball team lost on the road to top seeded Paonia but pounded DeBeque during senior night in Meeker last Saturday. The lady Cowboys will play their final game of the regular season in Oak Creek Friday and host a District quarterfinal game next Wednesday, Feb.[Read More…]
Month: February 2017
Classifieds: February 16, 2017
**ANNOUNCEMENTS MEEKER STREAKER MONTHLY SCHEDULE February 2017 NOTE: Please call 878-9368 in advance to set up all medical appointment rides. Activities are subject to change. Bus available on dates noted below: 2/16 Bus in town/Grand Junction medical 2/17 Bus in town 2/18 No bus 2/19 AM bus 2/20 Bus in[Read More…]
RHS boys win one, lose one
RANGELY | The Rangely Panthers boys’ basketball team split their league games last weekend. The Panthers hosted Caprock Academy last Friday. The Panthers looked sluggish in the first half, leading only 34-28 at halftime. However, their defensive adjustments in the second half led to a 66-46 Panther victory. Patrick Scoggins[Read More…]
Rangely Chamber’s annual Crab Crack another success (PHOTOS)
Courtesy Photos RANGELY | The Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce would like to offer a big thank you to Bill Hume of Nichols Store for picking up, storing and helping to clean all those pounds of crab. Thank you also to the individuals and businesses who donated items for the[Read More…]
Nine Cowboys qualify to defend 2A title in Big Show
MEEKER | The Cowboys qualified nine wrestlers for the 2017 Colorado State Wrestling Championships, also known as the “Big Show,” as it brings all classifications into the Pepsi Center in downtown Denver, and where, starting today, Meeker will begin its quest to defend its 2A team title. Eight of Meeker’s[Read More…]
Girl Scout Cookie Booth Saturday
MEEKER | Meeker Girl Scouts’ Cookie Booth will be Saturday, Feb. 18 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. (or until sold out) at the Meeker High School lobby (in association with the Rec Center’s 5th-6th grade boys’ basketball games). Most cookies are $4/box.
Community Calendar: February 16, 2017
– Carl Rector Memorial Cribbage Tournament Saturday, February 18 at the Elks Club 1907 BPOE-633 East Main in Rangely. Starts at 9 a.m. $20 entry fee includes lunch and prizes. Call Tim Webber at 970-629-1715 with any questions. – Mountain Valley Bank will be doing a “Lobby Blitz” every Wednesday.[Read More…]
CNCC registration for spring classes open
MEEKER | Mosaic workshop, Feb. 17-18, 9 a.m.-noon: unique craft to apply surface decoration for gift ideas. Machine quilting, March 1-April 12, 4-7 p.m.: new session for spring, learn new skills or complete projects. Microsoft Excel, March 3-April 4, 6-8 p.m.: spreadsheet calculations, etc. Microsoft Powerpoint, April 11-18, 6-8 p.m.;[Read More…]
Days Gone By: February 9, 2017
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – The average man’s ideas do not exist beyond his own opinion. – The question of acquiring a camping ground within the town limits, on the river bank, was under discussion at the last meeting of the town council. We believe this is[Read More…]
Weekly Call Review: February 9, 2017
RBC | The following information is a weekly review of the calls for service that were reported to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Communications Office. If you have any questions or would like an explanation of the call types listed please call 878-9600. We will not regularly post any information[Read More…]
Obituary: Dianne Elizabeth Baughman
Dianne Elizabeth Baughman Dec. 6, 1953~Feb. 2, 2017 Meeker resident Dianne Elizabeth Baughman died with her husband at her side at her home in Meeker on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017. She was 63. It was Dianne’s wish that a funeral not be held but there will be a memorial service/[Read More…]
Second annual White River Rumble a success
MEEKER | The White River Snowmobile Club couldn’t be happier with the outcome of the 2017 White River Rumble. There were 50 entries this year. “We had both professional and amateur racers, all of whom were extremely excited about the Rumble after they completed the race. We also added a[Read More…]
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Three finalists for county administrator were interviewed by the commissioners last Tuesday. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/commissioners-interview-administrator-candidates/rio-blanco-county/
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The RBC Livestock Judging team competed in Sterling. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/rbc-livestock-judging-team-earns-multiple-awards-in-sterling/rio-blanco-county/
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MHS Drama presented "Emma: A Pop Musical" for its spring performance in April, to rave reviews. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/another-stellar-performance-by-mhs-drama-program/meeker/
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The Meeker Mustang Makeover of 2024 kicks off on Saturday with pick-up day. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/from-scared-to-paired-mustang-journey-starts-saturday/rio-blanco-county/
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With community help, Rangely High School track debuted the pole vault event at their home meet.
https://www.theheraldtimes.com/panthers-debut-pole-vault/sports/
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Even with rain and snow coming this weekend, the time is now to start thinking about your gardening plan. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/358647-2/rio-blanco-county/
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The MHS Cowboys are racking up their qualifications for the state meet in May. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/cowboys-travel-to-coal-ridge-rangely-meets/sports/
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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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