Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Link Tagert returned to the county seat Thursday morning after completing his work of assessing the western end of the county. Link says they were all glad to see him and all gave him the “glad hand.” The bathrooms at the Antlers Steam Laundry[Read More…]
Author: Herald Times Staff
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – May 8th, 2025
YEA Meeker is back! May 9 It’s that time of year again—YEA Meeker is back! YEA (Young Entrepreneurs Are Awesome) is a hands-on program that helps kids turn their passions into real businesses—with support, mentorship, and a whole lot of fun. Come see what it’s all about! Do you have[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – May 8th, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Marvine Lodge will be open to the public about June 1, under the able management of John Goff. White river began rising perceptibly the past week. The North Fork is up, while the South Fork hasn’t started yet. Meeker Herald ~ 100 years ago[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – May 1st, 2025
Mother’s Day Special! MEEKER | The Rio Blanco Cattlewomen are hosting a free Mother’s Day drawing at Clark’s Market on Wednesday, May 7. Sign up starts May 1. Two $50 gift certificates for purchase of beef and two swag bags. Come by for meatballs and dips from 11 a.m. to[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – May 1st, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Travelers over the Yampa river divide in the early part of this week reported the roads in bad condition. Word was received from Sheriff Amick Thursday evening to the effect that he had caught the horse thief (Sam Green) he was after. The capture[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – April 24th, 2025
Jim Harmon Memorial Muzzleloader Shoot April 26 Meeker | The Meeker Sportsman’s Club is hosting the annual Jim Harmon Memorial Muzzleloader Shoot. Join us at the MSC range on April 26. Registration opens at 9:30 a.m. – $10 entry fee. Open to all experience levels and there will be prizes![Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – April 24th, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago The Powell Park bridge is said to be in bad condition. The commissioners examined it Thursday and will take steps at once to repair it. Although the season is young yet, Rio Blanco County has received quite a number of new and substantial settlers[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – April 17th, 2025
Buy one, get one free book fair TONIGHT MEEKER | Buy One, Get One Free Book Fair at Meeker Elementary School tonight (Thursday, April 17) from 4-7 p.m. Stations of the Cross on Friday, April 18 MEEKER | The Meeker United Methodist Church is inviting our community to celebrate the[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – April 17th, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Several of the street crossings are in wretched shape and need replacing. Why not put in a few more of stone? They’re cheaper in the long run when put in properly. The work of enlarging the Sheridan ditch is progressing as fast as 10[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – April 10th, 2025
Kiss Me, Kate in Vernal April 11 MEEKER | Take a trip to Vernal, Utah with ERBM Recreation & Park District to enjoy Vernal Theatre’s production of the Tony Award Winning Musical Kiss Me, Kate. $25/person (includes transportation and ticket). Dinner cost is the responsibility of the participant. Ages 18[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – April 10th, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago The weather was all that you could’ve wished for this week. Mrs. F.W. Fairfield and her daughter, Mrs. JoHantgen departed this week for an extended eastern visit. Ex-Mayor Oldland is as happy these days as a small noy with his first pair of pants.[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – April 3rd, 2025
Lenten Fish Fry April 4 MEEKER | The Meeker community is invited to the Holy Family Catholic Church (889 Park Ave.) Lenten Fish Fry, April 4, from 5-7:30 p.m. The cost: adult is $17/adult, $6/child (under 12 years old). The meal includes: two pieces of fish, French fries, coleslaw, dessert[Read More…]
