Any person capable of angering you becomes your master; he can anger you only when you permit yourself to be disturbed by him. ~ Epictetus Epictetus was a Greek stoic philosopher. Born a slave in a wealthy household, he rose to prominence along other stoics like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca.[Read More…]
Month: October 2022
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS: October 27, 2022
Art gallery and drinks Oct. 27 MEEKER | Enjoy drinks, snacks and local photography at an art gallery this Thursday, Oct. 27 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Trailhead Lounge, 173 First Street, Meeker. Photographers are Kelly Osborn of Big Sage Photos and Kaysyn Davis of Kaysyn Krystal Photography,[Read More…]
Hunter rescued after heart trouble in the high country
Dr. Anthony Canfield didn’t expect to put his medical training to use while elk hunting in the Flattops Wilderness this year, but that training played a role in the coordinated effort to rescue his friend. After riding into the mountains on horseback with outfitter Trappers Lodge, Canfield and longtime friend[Read More…]
LOOSE ENDS: Go vote!
Writing a weekly column — that often touches on the great divide between rural and urban living — makes it easy to remember how life differs for those of us who spend a great deal of time on the Front Range. The widening political, social and economic gaps have illuminated[Read More…]
The auto piano
In the late 1890s and early 1900s, Peter F. Welch had an interest in the Rio Blanco Sampling Room. A euphemism for a Meeker saloon and gambling establishment. I believe this one was located at Sixth and Main where Steamline Realty has its present offices. The location is a little[Read More…]
Oktoberfest 2022
MEEKER | The second annual Oktoberfest at Smoking River Brewing Co. was all fun and games … except maybe for the participants of the hot sausage eating contest. Above, Skye Forsythe dishes out another round of currywurst as Colby Schaefer looks on. Check out more photos of this year’s event[Read More…]
Snowy Scenes
The first snow of the season Oct. 23 dusted pumpkins and more in Rangely and Rio Blanco County. Photos by Katie King
Colorado Advanced Orthopedics moves into expanded space
Colorado Advanced Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Spine (CAO) in Meeker, Colorado, recently moved into its new expanded clinic space, increasing its footprint at Pioneers Medical Center just two years after its grand opening. Approximately 4,000 sq. ft. of additional clinic space was added to CAO’s existing 11,000 sq. ft. orthopedic[Read More…]
Death Notice: Dennis Dale Terp
April 6, 1944 ~ Oct. 20, 2022 No services are planned at this time. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his name to Meals On Wheels thru Grant Mortuary at P.O. Box 333, Meeker, CO 81641
Art Gallery & Drinks Oct. 27
MEEKER | Enjoy drinks, snacks and local photography at an art gallery this Thursday, Oct. 27 at Trailhead Lounge, 173 1st Street, Meeker. Photographers: Kelly Osborn of Big Sage Photos Kaysyn Davis of Kaysyn Krystal Photography Maker: Christy Parrott of Cedar Trail Creations Jewelry, scarves, and mason jar mugs
Colorado’s election system is the ‘Gold Standard’
For 102 years, the League Of Women Voters has helped Americans understand how they can cast their vote in elections. The nonpartisan organization has never endorsed a political party or candidate, providing a valuable resource for voters of all political persuasions. The Colorado News Collaborative is speaking with nonpartisan experts[Read More…]
Ballots mailed this week
This week, Colorado County Clerks began mailing ballots to active eligible voters for the Nov. 8 General Election. County Clerks must mail ballots to voters by Oct. 21 for the General Election. Registered voters who do not receive a ballot should contact their County Clerk. Eligible Coloradans can still register[Read More…]
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Friends don't let friends drink and drive.
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Our next Marketing Mixology Spotlight is the one-of-a-kind Home.Made in downtown Meeker, Colorado.
Stop in to find home decor, gifts, clothing, jewelry, fresh flowers, gourmet chocolate, kids items, and so much more! Custom embroidery and engraving are also available! 💜
Meeker Colorado Chamber of Commerce
Home.Made.
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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/
2 days ago
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/
3 days ago
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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