Tell your story.

Meeker Herald founder James Lyttle in front of the original newspaper building. The HT moved back into this building at 304 4th Street in Meeker in late 2018.

The Herald Times is the newspaper of record in Rio Blanco County. We continue to publish a print edition of the historic 139-year-old newspaper every Thursday, and have also expanded our digital reach to better serve our community.

Our new media channels include a digital edition of the Herald, our website, active social media accounts, a weekly newsletter, and a newscast.

Our audience is awesome.

The Herald reaches:

Our market demographics

For the number lovers, here’s how Rio Blanco County stacks up:

  • Total population: 6,369
  • Adult population: 4,853
  • Under 18 population: 1,516
  • Median age: 37.6
  • Ages 18-34: 30%
  • Age 35-64: 50%
  • Age 65+: 20%
  • Male: 51% Female: 49%
  • Households: 3,281
  • Average household size: 2.4
  • Home owners: 74%
  • Median Home Value: $218,500
  • High School Graduations: 36%
  • Some College: 28%
  • College/Post Grad: 31%
  • Median Income: $54,247

Source: U.S. Census – American Community Survey, 2023

Not ‘just’ a newspaper

While we continue to offer print advertising at extremely competitive rates, we recognize society’s pivot to digital. To better serve our customers, all print buys are super-powered with digital and social, FREE!

Digital + Social options include:

  • Website ads
  • Newsletter Mentions
  • Newscast Mentions
  • Social Media Posts
  • Video, audio and more!

(Specifics will vary according to your ad buy volume and unique marketing goals.)

Your ad campaign will be designed by our professional graphic artist at no additional cost.

Not sure where to begin?

We specialize in headache-free marketing. Tell us your budget, and we’ll create a customized plan to help you reach our engaged + awesome audience.

Below you will find links to our 2024 media kit. Technical specifications are provided upon request.

HTMediaKit-2024

Nonprofits qualify for special rates.

HTMediaKit-2024-NONPROFIT

Need something else?

In true pioneer fashion, we do our own stunts. We have 17 years of experience in the marketing world. We have created custom print projects, personalized graphics, beautifully functional websites, eye-catching social media campaigns, and a lot more!

Our print and graphic design services include signage, logos, banners, flyers, business cards, booklets, brochures, magazines, postcards, and direct mail campaigns.

We can also help with broader marketing tasks, including statewide print and digital campaigns, social media help, photography, videography, branding and brand strategy, creative problem-solving, Canva brand kits and customized templates, websites, and more.

The TL;DR we would LOVE to help you tell your unique story.

Give us a call at 970-878-4017 or send an email to Caitlin at [email protected]. Our office is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays.

Come say hi!

@ht.1885
  • Gear up for an unforgettable adventure with the 2024 Ride The Rockies Route, set to unfold from June 9th to 15th! Read all about this new and exciting adventure visiting Meeker this year in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
  • Rangely Panther Kobey Chism (#22) has been selected to play in the 2024 8-man football all-state game. He’s sponsored by the Bleed Green Lancaster #17 Foundation. Story at ht1885.com.
  • The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Rio Blanco Fire Protection District (RBFPD) will begin work on a firebreak northwest of the Town of Meeker this month. Read about it online at ht1885.com.
  • You can always find a reason to laugh... start with yourself. Hear from our Editor in her column this week online at ht1885.com.
  • The amount of money reported lost to fraud and scams in the United States nearly tripled from $3.5 billion in 2020 to $10 billion in 2023, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Learn the tricks to help protect yourself and your family in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
  • About 80 Meeker Elementary Students participated in the reading competition. Prizes were distributed according to the most minutes read by each student.  Story at ht1885.com.
  • The Rangely Panthers track and field team traveled to Grand Junction this past weekend to compete in the Phil Wertman Invitational. Catch up online at ht1885.com.
  • Natalie Kracht took first in her 100M heat for the MHS Cowboys at the Glenwood Springs Invitational last weekend. Read the full story online at ht1885.com.
  • 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.
Gear up for an unforgettable adventure with the 2024 Ride The Rockies Route, set to unfold from June 9th to 15th! Read all about this new and exciting adventure visiting Meeker this year in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
Gear up for an unforgettable adventure with the 2024 Ride The Rockies Route, set to unfold from June 9th to 15th! Read all about this new and exciting adventure visiting Meeker this year in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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Rangely Panther Kobey Chism (#22) has been selected to play in the 2024 8-man football all-state game. He’s sponsored by the Bleed Green Lancaster #17 Foundation. Story at ht1885.com.
Rangely Panther Kobey Chism (#22) has been selected to play in the 2024 8-man football all-state game. He’s sponsored by the Bleed Green Lancaster #17 Foundation. Story at ht1885.com.
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Rio Blanco Fire Protection District (RBFPD) will begin work on a firebreak northwest of the Town of Meeker this month. Read about it online at ht1885.com.
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Rio Blanco Fire Protection District (RBFPD) will begin work on a firebreak northwest of the Town of Meeker this month. Read about it online at ht1885.com.
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You can always find a reason to laugh... start with yourself. Hear from our Editor in her column this week online at ht1885.com.
You can always find a reason to laugh... start with yourself. Hear from our Editor in her column this week online at ht1885.com.
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The amount of money reported lost to fraud and scams in the United States nearly tripled from $3.5 billion in 2020 to $10 billion in 2023, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Learn the tricks to help protect yourself and your family in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
The amount of money reported lost to fraud and scams in the United States nearly tripled from $3.5 billion in 2020 to $10 billion in 2023, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Learn the tricks to help protect yourself and your family in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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About 80 Meeker Elementary Students participated in the reading competition. Prizes were distributed according to the most minutes read by each student.  Story at ht1885.com.
About 80 Meeker Elementary Students participated in the reading competition. Prizes were distributed according to the most minutes read by each student. Story at ht1885.com.
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The Rangely Panthers track and field team traveled to Grand Junction this past weekend to compete in the Phil Wertman Invitational. Catch up online at ht1885.com.
The Rangely Panthers track and field team traveled to Grand Junction this past weekend to compete in the Phil Wertman Invitational. Catch up online at ht1885.com.
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Natalie Kracht took first in her 100M heat for the MHS Cowboys at the Glenwood Springs Invitational last weekend. Read the full story online at ht1885.com.
Natalie Kracht took first in her 100M heat for the MHS Cowboys at the Glenwood Springs Invitational last weekend. Read the full story online at ht1885.com.
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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.
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.
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