Month: June 2017
Craig woman in custody following attempted break-in at Meeker Drugs
MEEKER | A woman wearing a black hoodie pulled up and dark sunglasses entered Meeker Drugs via the coffee shop entrance late in the afternoon on May 24. She had come in earlier and approached the pharmacy counter, asking to pick up a prescription for a sick uncle for whom[Read More…]
Paleontology dig June 25 through CNCC
RANGELY | Paleontology field experience June 25 from 7:30 a.m. to noon. Located in the heart of dinosaur country, CNCC is offering the chance to work alongside professional paleontologists to uncover fossils that have been buried for more than 65 million years. Under the guidance of a professional, students will[Read More…]
Days Gone By: June 1, 2017
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – It rained all night Wednesday night, with fresh snow in the flat tops. And, P.S., it rained most all day Thursday and yesterday. – It is reported that friction between cattle and sheep interests are imminent in Yampa river basin. – The[Read More…]
Robie named to dean’s list
RANGELY | Allina K. Robie of Rangely has earned a spot on the University of Central Missouri dean’s list for the spring semester for having a grade point average at or greater than a 3.5.
Death Notice: Heather Jensen
Heather Jensen May 26, 2017 Heather Jensen of Clifton, Colo., passed away Friday, May 26, 2017, at her home. The family will hold private services at a later date.
National Honor Society members named
MEEKER | The National Honor Society (NHS) was established in 1921 by the National Association of Secondary School Principals in order to have national recognition of well-rounded students and to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, desire to render service, willingness to provide leadership and encouragement for the development of character.[Read More…]
Letter: Kudos to Highland Cemetery crew
Dear Editor: Kudos to Mike and crew. The cemetery looked great for Memorial Day. All of your extra efforts are truly appreciated. Thanks, Steve Loshbaugh (and everyone I talked with) Meeker
Flagpole …
The new flagpole at Highland Cemetery rose to attention last Thursday afternoon despite a round of thunder and lightning. The new pole is designed to withstand hurricane-force winds up to 180mph. An early morning wind gust last month snapped the previous pole in half. Besides sporting the gold eagle, affectionately[Read More…]
4-H livestock clubs hold 2017 feeder show
By Allie WIlley Special to the Herald Times RBC | 4-H livestock clubs held their 2017 feeder show on May 13. Kids came in from the sheep, goat and pig clubs to learn more about the annual show and their animals. In the morning, the kids brought in their animals[Read More…]
Memorial Service for Mike Long
Memorial services for Mike Long, long-time Rio Blanco County resident, will be held Saturday, June 10, 2017, at 2 p.m. at Plug Hat Butte, Dinosaur National Monument, in Colorado.
Colorado Centennial Farms dot Rio Blanco County landscape
RBC | Before the oil and gas boom, before the coal mine and soda plant, Rio Blanco County was made up of pioneering ranchers. More than 100 years ago many of these cowboys settled into the area, some digging in for the long haul. Over time many of the ranches[Read More…]
Come say hi!
This is the 22nd year wildlife biologist Mary Cunningham has introduced classes of students from Meeker Elementary and Barone Middle School, as well as members of the public, to our local assortment of birds in honor of World Migratory Bird Day. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/celebrating-our-migratory-birds/meeker/
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There will be three cannon test shots fired downtown on Friday, May 3 as a test run for the 4th of July. For more information on the cannon itself, visit https://www.theheraldtimes.com/the-sound-of-history-come-to-life/meeker/
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As the saying goes, "Small towns are the natural habitat of the drama llama."
3 days ago
Feel like you're always "putting out fires" instead of doing the important things? https://www.theheraldtimes.com/editors-column-differentiating-the-urgent-from-the-important/opinion/
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A Celebration of Life will be held by the family "when the weather warms up and the work is all done this spring," according to Kay's wishes.
5 days ago
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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