The Christmas Shop at the Upstairs Gallery Dec. 6-7 MEEKER | Come see the new artwork and fine crafts at The Upstairs Gallery Christmas Shop reception Friday, Dec. 6 from 2-8 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Meeker Holiday Market Dec. 6-7 MEEKER | The[Read More…]
Author: Herald Times Staff
DAYS GONE BY – December 5th, 2024
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Poverty would soon be an unknown quantity if men could dispose of their experience at cost. Lark Craig has returned from “Old Mo” after a pleasant visit to his childhood haunts. And, incidentally, we might mention that Lark is getting fatter and jollier every[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – November 28th, 2024
Bingo this Saturday at the Fairgrounds MEEKER | Can you believe it is already bingo time? Thats right! The Rio Blanco County Historical Society will be playing Bingo this Saturday at the Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall 2. Doors open at 6 p.m. Volunteers are welcome to meet me at the Heritage[Read More…]
Days Gone By – November 28th, 2024
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago C.L. Walrad shipped a large bunch of range horses last week. Mr. W is culling his band and getting rid of the poorest– a good idea. Other horsemen should think likewise. There will be no services at St. James to-morrow, but it is expected[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – November 21st, 2024
Memorial Turkey Shoot Nov. 23 MEEKER | The Meeker Sportsman’s Club will be holding the 2024 Kenny Johnson Memorial Turkey Shoot on Saturday, Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Events include .22 Rifle Long Gong, Bowling Pin Shoot (brackets for rimfire and centerfire pistols), and Youth .22 event.[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – November 21st, 2024
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Jerry Simpson sold 250 fat cattle at a big price the other day and now has plenty of money in his sock. – Denver Post. Mike Connel the noted wrestler and all ‘round athlete, dropped into town this week on a visit to his[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – November 14th, 2024
Beauty and the Beast Jr. tonight thru Sat. MEEKER | Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr. will be performed live at Meeker High School in the auditorium on Thursday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – November 14th, 2024
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago The south fork of the White River is now represented in town by families of Messrs. T.M. Bailey, Joe Peltier and Fred W. Kracht. They are here to take advantage of our excellent school facilities. Locally the elections passed off quietly. On the face[Read More…]
Rio Blanco County Unofficial 2024 Election Results
Days Gone By – November 7th, 2024
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago In addition to doing a good professional business during the week, Dr. Walpole went out the other day and bagged a fine buck. Stock Agent Barney of the Rio Grande spent a few days among our stockmen this week. The popular Barney is always[Read More…]
Community Calendar – October 31st, 2024
Pumpkins, Eats & Treats tonight in downtown Meeker! MEEKER | Bring the whole family downtown for ERBM’s Pumpkins, Eats & Treats. Trick-or-treat at local businesses, costume parade and contest, and more. Starts at 4:30 p.m. Candidate Adam Frisch to visit Meeker Sunday, Nov. 3 MEEKER | Adam Frisch is coming[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – October 31st, 2024
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Beef raising, a recognized Colorado industry, is in the midst of a profitable season. Beef on the hoof has lately sold at $7 a hundred at Chicago stock yards, the highest October price since 1884. Henry Stadtman, of Angora, was in town yesterday and[Read More…]
