Freedom Tower, NYC — Niki Turner Photo, circa 2013
I was 13 when I first visited NYC, and I insisted on going to the Twin Towers and riding the elevator all the way to the observation deck. It’s a memory I treasure. Many years later I returned to NYC with my son, Ethan, who passed away in 2018 (if you get the chance to travel with your young adults, take it, no matter the expense). While there, we visited the 9/11 Memorial. The resilience, strength, and perseverance of the American people is an awesome thing to witness. We go on, in spite of it all.
As our little community continues the recovery process after the Lee and Elk Fires, may we be reminded of that spirit of resilience and take strength from knowing it’s part of our American heritage, all the way back to the beginning.
Be sure to check out Ed Peck’s take on 9/11 this week on Page 4, and the recent connection we have to those New York City heroes.
Also, a quick correction. Anyone who knows me knows I hate numbers and errors. Last week I got a double wallop. I misprinted the ordinal number on the Meeker Classic… this was the 39th year, not the 37th. My apologies!
All that talk of NYC and now I’m craving pizza. Thank you, dear readers, for your ongoing support.
Meeker
MEEKER | After more than 20 years, the Fairfield Apartments have received a full exterior repainting, giving the housing complex a fresh, updated look. They were built and painted in…
Meeker
MEEKER | Trustees met Tuesday, Sept. 2 for a regular meeting, followed by an executive session with the town’s legal counsel to discuss the parks lease agreement with the Eastern…
Editor’s Column, Opinion
“There are times, sir, when men of good conscience cannot blindly follow orders.” ~ Captain Jean-Luc Picard, Star Trek In the Pirates of the Caribbean movies, Captain Jack Sparrow zealously…
History Lessons, Meeker
Nine, one, one; Nine hundred and eleven; Nine eleven. Amazing how three digits in the English language evoke different emotions depending on how you say them. Now, we must be…
🔥 Community Meeting for Fire-Affected Landowners
MEEKER | Drop in today, Sept. 4, 1–4 p.m. at Piceance Rock School. Staff fro🔥 TODAY: Drop-in Community Meeting for Landowners
Stop by the Fire Protection District Sept. 11, 1–4 p.m. for updates & support after the Lee & Elk Fires. BLM, RBC & Conservation District staff will be there to listen & share resources.
🌳 Circle Park Update
Still closed through September for Phase III upgrades: 🚻 new ADA toilet, 🌱 grass growth, 💧 irrigation. Use 3rd & 10th St. access for river fun.
🪧 Silent Auction for Fire Dept.
Now–Sept. 12 @ Bank of the San Juans. Proceeds support Meeker Volunteer Fire Dept. Winners announced Sept. 15.
⛑️ First Aid/CPR Certification
Sept. 20, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. @ Meeker Rec Center. Cost $75. Register by Sept. 15 at erbmrec.com/firstaid.
🌺 Family Luau Pool Party
Sept. 18, 4–7 p.m. @ MRC Pool. Games, inflatables & fun! Regular drop-in fees apply.
🥾 Volunteer for National Public Lands Day
Sept. 20, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. @ Ute Park Trailhead. Trail work + free T-shirt & snacks!
📬 Fairfield Trust Grants
Apps due Oct. 1. Pick up forms @ Herald Times office or drop at WREA.
Meeker Sports, MHS Volleyball, Sports
MEEKER | After a weekend off, the Meeker High School volleyball team returned to the court Friday and opened September with a road sweep at De Beque. The Cowboys entered…
Rangely Sports, RHS Volleyball, Sports
RANGELY | The Rangely High School volleyball team went on the road for the first time this season, falling to Caprock Academy on Friday, Sept. 5, before taking North Fork…
Rangely Sports, RHS Football, Sports
The Panthers hosted the Dove Creek Bulldogs on Sept. 5 for the annual Bleed Green Lancaster Foundation game. The Panthers started the game on defense. It only took a few…
Meeker Sports, MHS Softball, Sports
MEEKER | The Meeker High School softball team split a doubleheader on the road against Basalt on Saturday. Both teams entered the matchup with 1-8 records and looking to add…
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