MEEKER | It’s hard to find a bright spot in a pandemic, but one positive might be increased sales tax revenue for local entities. Meeker Town Manager Lisa Cook told the board of trustees they’ve seen a boost in sales tax revenue. With people avoiding out of county shopping trips[Read More…]
Month: July 2020
Rodeo Results: July 16
July 16 Summer Rodeo Series Results: Barrels: J’Leah Richardson Jr barrels: Deana Wood Bulls: Ty Pint/Garrett Upton split first Ladies breakaway: Marley Hammer Dally: Joe/Leah Wood Mixed: Lori Ann/Lenny Klinglesmith Open breakaway: Catherine Edwards 8: Amber/Jeff Salazar 11: Joe Wood/JD Slagowski Open: Joe Wood/JD Slagowski
Fish early at high elevations
RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife is encouraging trout anglers statewide to consider fishing early in the day and in higher altitude lakes and streams as hot, dry conditions and reduced water levels may increase stress to trout populations. Heat, drought, and low water levels are contributing to elevated water[Read More…]
Area fires nearly contained, 3,712 acres burned in total
RBC | The Rocky Mountain Incident Management Blue Team issued its last update Sunday on the Fawn Creek, Wolf and Stewart fires and returned management of all three fires to local crews Monday morning. As of Sunday, the Fawn Creek Fire was 90% contained and had burned 3,226 acres. The[Read More…]
Hwy. 13 project update
RBC | The road construction project on Highway 13 between Meeker and Rifle continues with concrete paving on the southbound lane and shoulder. Travelers should expect single-lane, alternating travel south of Rio Blanco County Road 5 for concrete paving from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday with a[Read More…]
County commissioners buck mask mandate
RBC | In a packed room in Rangely, the Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners heard opinions from county residents and some local and county officials on the statewide face mask mandate issued last week by Governor Polis. All residents in attendance — who were reportedly invited to attend by[Read More…]
NEOWISE…
UPDATED: The prefix “neo” means “new,” not “post” or “after,” as originally written. We appreciate the correction! The name NEOWISE sounds like something out of “The Matrix,” and from a Latin perspective, it means “new-wisdom.” The comet, discovered on March 20, 2020, is actually named for the NASA mission that[Read More…]
2020 graduates receive $5,000 in scholarships
RBC | The Western Colorado Community Foundation (WCCF) has committed $5,000 in scholarship awards to support two Rio Blanco County students as they attend four-year universities or vocational training. WCCF manages 40 scholarship funds across western Colorado, and one of those funds, the Natural Soda Fund, is specifically for graduating[Read More…]
News Briefs: July 23, 2020
Stockgrowers fair barbecue canceled RBC | After much thought and consideration to the potential risks associated with COVID-19 the Stockgrowers’ Association events committee has made the tough decision not to have a barbecue during the county fair this year. Please stay tuned for another fundraising opportunity later in the year![Read More…]
Public Notices: July 23, 2020
Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission of the State of Colorado,1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 801, Denver, CO 80203. NOTICE OF HEARING. Pursuant to CRS § 34-60-108(4), you are hereby notified IN THE MATTER OF THE PAYMENT OF PROCEEDS FROM THE PRODUCTION OF OIL AND GAS AS ESTABLISHED BY SECTION 34-60-118.5,[Read More…]
Meeker Marlins and Meeker Youth Swim teams
The Meeker swim teams had another in-house swim competition last Friday, the second in a current schedule of three. The teams will be in the water for their final meet on July 31. Complete results from Friday’s meet were not provided to the HT by press time. Click in the[Read More…]
Days Gone By: July 16, 2020
The Meeker Herald | 125 years ago • Secret Societies: Rio Blanco Lodge, No. 80, A.F. & A.M. meets the second and fourth Saturdays in each month. Valentine Lodge, No. 47, I.O.O.F. meets every Wednesday evening at 8 o-clock in the Hugus block. • Harman Coulter says the climate here is[Read More…]
Come say hi!
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.
12 hours ago
MHS senior Ryan Sullivan pitching for the Cowboys against Steamboat. Coming off a series of wins against Monte Vista, Steamboat and Cedaredge, the Cowboys play Grand Valley on Saturday, April 20. RHS junior Marcos Quintana pitching for the Panthers. The Panthers play the Aspen Skiers today at home following wins against Dove Creek on April 13.
13 hours ago
The Rangely Preschool Registration Health Fair is tomorrow, April 19th from 8:30 am to 2pm!
14 hours ago
It's that time again, another Thursday full of news! Make sure you grab your copy and stay up to date!
Prefer the digital edition? Subscribe today on our website and choose between print and online only, whatever is better for you! Check us out at ht1885.com/subscribe!
As always, we are so grateful for all the continued support from our amazing community!
17 hours ago
This year’s batch of Mormon crickets are beginning to hatch. Above is a picture of an immature cricket compared to a dime. JANE TURNBURKE PHOTO Read more online at ht1885.com.
3 days ago
Join Home.Made for their Spring Cleanout Sale for discounts, new spring styles, and preordering your Mother's Day flowers!
3 days ago
On April 4, the Meeker Lions Club installed new shelving units for the New Eden Pregnancy Care Center. New Eden asked the Lion’s Club to help them come up with more storage for items within the building, and the Lion’s Club raised money to purchase shelves. OPAL MUNGER PHOTO
4 days ago
Why are we all so mad? Hear from our Editor in her column this week online at ht1885.com.
5 days ago