Families flocked to the Fairfield Center Saturday to share their Christmas wishes with Santa himself, followed by a free pancake breakfast served by Meeker Lions Club elves. ERBM Recreation and Parks District organized the event. CAITLIN WALKER PHOTO
Author: Caitlin Walker
Put your money where your mouth is
RBC | Facebook. Happy little dings, memes, being able to share something with people without actually having to talk to those people (or put on pants)—what’s not to love? A lot, actually. For me, Facebook is how I tune out the chaos of daily life. Lately I’ve found myself subconsciously opening[Read More…]
The anonymous elephant in the room
RBC | It’s not difficult to stay anonymous if you never leave home, even in a town of 2,500. This is both a blessing and a curse. It’s a blessing because, “who is that random weird lady falling up the stairs at Town Hall?” is much preferred to, “Caitlin R.[Read More…]
For honor …
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A Night at Hogwarts in Meeker 2018 …
RBC Extension Office hosted the second annual Night at Hogwarts in Meeker Saturday, Oct. 27. STEM activities, fundraising booths for clubs, rides on the Hogwarts Express, a maze and much more. CAITLIN WALKER PHOTOS
ERBM Pumpkins, Eats n’ Treats 2018
MEEKER | Clowns, ghouls, gorillas, witches and more fun and fabulous creatures flocked to downtown Meeker Wednesday for ERBM Recreation & Park District’s annual Pumpkins, Eats ‘n Treats Halloween celebration. Local businesses provided plenty of goodies for hundreds of trick-or-treaters and a costume parade and contest finished out the night[Read More…]
Halloween Happenings
Meeker families flocked to Antler Taxidermy and the residence of Bill and Donna Wille on Market Street for their annual and delightfully spooky display. CAITLIN WALKER PHOTO
Meeker 4-H Achievement Night …
LANDON SMITH/SAY YES WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTO The Meeker 4-H Achievement night was held last Thursday. See below for a complete list. Rangely will hold its annual achievement night on Oct. 18. Cloverbuds: Kyden Aldridge – 1 yr, Charlee Bennett – 1 yr, Shaelene Blakley – 1 yr, Bradley Conrado –[Read More…]
Meeker BOE explains resolution supporting Amendment 73
MEEKER | The November ballot includes two provisions relating to education. In last week’s article, we explained our resolution supporting Ballot Issue 4A. That Issue would provide funds for a new Meeker High School and bus garage. In this article we explain the provisions in the second ballot question, Amendment[Read More…]
County Beat: September 27, 2018
RBC | BROADBAND PROVIDER “I’d be completely transparent with you guys. That’s the important thing,” said Jared Harvey of Homestead Fiber Communications during a work session with commissioners Monday. Harvey is one of two companies seeking LAI’s soon-to-be vacated position as broadband retailer. Visionary, a division of Mammoth, will present[Read More…]
OPED: Newspapers, knowledge bombs and shapewear
RBC | Most people have no clue how a newspaper comes together, just that it appears magically each week for their enjoyment (or ire, depending.) As the editorial designer, one of the biggest questions I get is why items get “buried” on page 10 or 11. In the office we[Read More…]
HORSEPOWER …
The 2018 Mountain West Football opening weekend began Sept. 8 with the Rangely third/fourth and fifth/sixth grade teams traveling to Starbuck Stadium to take on the Meeker Mustangs teams. Under sunny skies, fans on both side of the field enjoyed the hard work, dedication, and great sportsmanship which has become[Read More…]
