MEEKER | The lady Cowboy basketball team started 2018 by doubling the two-game win streak of 2017, crushing the West Grand Mustangs 51-25 and coming from behind to pound the Hayden Tigers 48-28. After the two league wins, Meeker played in Baggs, Wyo., Tuesday, will play in Rangely tonight, and[Read More…]
Month: January 2018
Community Calendar: January 11, 2018
– MRC Birthday Celebration Jan. 12 all day. The Meeker Recreation Center has been open for 10 years! Visit the Center on Jan. 12 for free swimming, class demonstrations, and more. ERBM Recreation and Park District, 970-878-3403. – Cardboard Derby Saturday, Jan. 13. Free breakfast at 9:30 a.m. at Paintbrush[Read More…]
Classifieds: January 11, 2018
**ANNOUNCEMENTS** RADINO & CHUCKWAGON Please call before 8:00a.m. day of meal 878-5627 or 675-8112 Senior Citizen Nutrition Program Meals served at noon. Reservations appreciated. Suggested Donation Over 60 – $2.50. Under 60 – Guest Fee $7. (Did you know? Homebound trays can be ordered for over 60, suggested donation $2.50[Read More…]
Days Gone By: January 4, 2018
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – Thomas Gentry spent a few days in town this week. – Rooms, 35¢ and 50¢, at the Princess Rooming house, Meeker. – With the exception of New Year’s, which was cloudy, every day this week was summer like. And now the worry[Read More…]
Weekly Call Review: Dec. 18-31, 2017
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 as to[Read More…]
Obituary: Cynthia L. (Overton) Hartung
Cynthia L. (Overton) Hartung June 19, 1962 ~ Dec. 18, 2017 Cynthia L. Overton Hartung, 55, of Meeker, Colo., passed away Dec. 18, 2017, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Cynthia was born June 19, 1962, in Grand Junction, Colo., to Gloria M. Noland and Charles Richmond. She had three brothers:[Read More…]
Cardboard Derby competition Jan. 13 at Paintbrush Park
MEEKER | Join ERBM Recreation and Park District for the annual Cardboard Derby on Saturday, Jan. 13 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Paintbrush Park. All ages are invited to put their engineer caps on and create the fastest and most creative cardboard sled that will take you down the[Read More…]
A veteran’s vision becomes reality
By DOC WATSON Special to the Herald Times MEEKER | Some 100 people showed up at the VFW/Lion’s Club building throughout Christmas Day to enjoy a free meal and companionship at what is hoped to be the first annual such get together for those who are alone on that day.[Read More…]
Thanks from Byers family
Dear Editor: Words cannot express how truly grateful we are to everyone who helped take care of mom the last few years. We would also like to thank everyone who offered their support, thoughts and prayers during our time of sorrow when we lost her. We have some very amazing[Read More…]
Ice Fishing Day postponed to Jan. 27
MEEKER | The Dec. 30, 2017, Family Ice Fishing Day has been rescheduled to Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018, due to the mild weather conditions and lack of ice at Lake Avery. Hosted by ERBM Recreation and Park District and Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the event is free for all ages[Read More…]
Assoc. Govts. of NW Colo. to meet Jan. 12 in Rifle to strategize economic development
RBC | Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado (AGNC), also known as Region 11 of the Colorado state planning regions, is moving into the public engagement phase in the development of a Regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). The development of a CEDS is a prerequisite for designation by the Economic[Read More…]
Registration for governor’s forum on Colorado agriculture now open
RBC | Early bird registration for the Governor’s Forum on Colorado Agriculture is now open. Early bird registrants receive a $50 discount off the regular price of $200. Early bird registration is available until Feb. 1, 2018. Please go to http://www.governorsagforum.com/register-online.html to register. Special discounts available for students and Colorado[Read More…]
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Our next Marketing Mixology Spotlight is the one-of-a-kind Home.Made in downtown Meeker, Colorado.
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23 hours ago
The Grand Opening of The Museum Store is at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 4 at Heritage (594 Main St. ~ The Hugus Building) in Meeker. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/the-museum-store-opens-saturday-at-heritage/meeker/
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Panther track pulls back-to-back meets prepping for state. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/panther-track-pulls-back-to-back-meets/sports/
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With two weeks to the state track competition, the Cowboys are headed to the league meet in Grand Junction this weekend. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/mhs-track-team-heads-to-league-meet/sports/
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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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