The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – Outside papers are commenting on the fact that Rio Blanco and Baca counties are the only strictly “dry” counties in Colorado. On the face of the “returns,” it does look as though our citizens are reduced to the necessity of singing that[Read More…]
Author: Herald Times Staff
Classifieds: February 16, 2017
**ANNOUNCEMENTS MEEKER STREAKER MONTHLY SCHEDULE February 2017 NOTE: Please call 878-9368 in advance to set up all medical appointment rides. Activities are subject to change. Bus available on dates noted below: 2/16 Bus in town/Grand Junction medical 2/17 Bus in town 2/18 No bus 2/19 AM bus 2/20 Bus in[Read More…]
Community Calendar: February 16, 2017
– Carl Rector Memorial Cribbage Tournament Saturday, February 18 at the Elks Club 1907 BPOE-633 East Main in Rangely. Starts at 9 a.m. $20 entry fee includes lunch and prizes. Call Tim Webber at 970-629-1715 with any questions. – Mountain Valley Bank will be doing a “Lobby Blitz” every Wednesday.[Read More…]
Days Gone By: February 9, 2017
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – The average man’s ideas do not exist beyond his own opinion. – The question of acquiring a camping ground within the town limits, on the river bank, was under discussion at the last meeting of the town council. We believe this is[Read More…]
Community Calendar: February 9, 2017
– Sweetheart Pool Parties: Itty Bitty (children 6 and under with parent/guardian) from 9-11 a.m. Feb. 10. $5 per adult; $1 per child. K-5th from 11:30-1:30 p.m. $3 per child. Teens and Tweens: 5:30-8 p.m. for sixth-12th graders. The Disney classic “Lady and the Tramp” will be showing. $3 per[Read More…]
Classifieds: February 9, 2017
Ads for 2/9/17 **ANNOUNCEMENTS Looking for a little something for your sweetie? Don’t forget The Upstairs Gallery•Ceramics, jewlery & fine art. 592 Main, Meeker. Upstairs The Rangely Food Bank is open on Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m.- 6:00 at 204 E. Rio Blanco. To donate, please call 970-620-2407. ATV, Boat and[Read More…]
Days Gone By: February 2, 2017
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – Ignorance places fear where courage and faith might find refuge in knowledge. – Prohibition with the lid down and riveted is the program and doubtless will go through, but none of us should take up the idea that it will result in[Read More…]
‘Waving Hands Review’ seeks submissions
RBC | The ninth annual publication of “Waving Hands Review,” the literature and arts magazine of Colorado Northwestern Community College, will publish this spring. The deadline for submissions is Feb. 15. For submission guidelines and more information, visit www.cncc.edu/waving-hands-review or visit www.cncc.edu, click on “About CNCC” and then “Publications.”
CNCC registration for spring classes open
MEEKER | Spring CNCC Community Education Classes starting mid-January through February are open for registration. Don’t miss these opportunities to learn or create something new and break up dreary winter days! Feb. 6: Graphology: Handwriting Analysis. Fun and exciting way to find out more about yourself and others, morning or[Read More…]
Rangely Chamber’s Crab Crack Feb. 11
RANGELY | The Rangely Area of Commerce will host its annual Crab Crack on Saturday, Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the Weiss Center’s Colorado Room at CNCC. Tickets went on sale Jan. 9 to chamber members and can be purchased at the chamber office at 255 E. Main St.,[Read More…]
Stockgrowers’ banquet Feb. 4
RBC | The annual Rio Blanco County Stockgrowers’ banquet will be held Saturday, Feb. 4 at the Fairfield Center in Meeker. Social hour will begin at 6 p.m., followed by entertainment and dinner catered by Ma Famiglia beginning at 7 p.m. A benefit auction for Rodney Dunham’s medical expenses will[Read More…]
White River Rumble snowmobile race Feb. 4
MEEKER | The second annual White River Rumble will be held this Saturday, starting at the east end of Lake Avery and span over 70 miles through the White River Forest. Participants on snowbikes will kick off the day around 9:15 a.m., followed by the 70 mile racers, then Team[Read More…]
Come say hi!
There will be three cannon test shots fired downtown on Friday, May 3 as a test run for the 4th of July. For more information on the cannon itself, visit https://www.theheraldtimes.com/the-sound-of-history-come-to-life/meeker/
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As the saying goes, "Small towns are the natural habitat of the drama llama."
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Feel like you're always "putting out fires" instead of doing the important things? https://www.theheraldtimes.com/editors-column-differentiating-the-urgent-from-the-important/opinion/
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A Celebration of Life will be held by the family "when the weather warms up and the work is all done this spring," according to Kay's wishes.
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Three finalists for county administrator were interviewed by the commissioners last Tuesday. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/commissioners-interview-administrator-candidates/rio-blanco-county/
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The RBC Livestock Judging team competed in Sterling. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/rbc-livestock-judging-team-earns-multiple-awards-in-sterling/rio-blanco-county/
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MHS Drama presented "Emma: A Pop Musical" for its spring performance in April, to rave reviews. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/another-stellar-performance-by-mhs-drama-program/meeker/
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