– Tiny Open Gym Jan. 9 at the Admin. Gym from 10-11 a.m. 1-4 year olds with parent/caregiver are invited to come burn off some energy at this free open gym. Maximum of three children per parent/caregiver. Program runs each Tuesday through Feb. 27. ERBM Recreation and Park District, 970-878-3403.[Read More…]
Author: Herald Times Staff
Days Gone By: December 28, 2017
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – Mrs. Fred French is the champion poultry raiser over in Rio Blanco section, having sold $150 worth recently, besides marketing $65 worth of eggs from 70 hens—pretty good for dry ranching, eh? – Storklets: The Stork has been a busy bird of[Read More…]
Our top stories from 2017
RBC | Editor’s Note: Traditionally, we spend multiple hours compiling the annual year-in-review. This year, we’re doing something a little different. The following are the top five stories for 2017 based on our website traffic and Facebook page. 1. The recent story about the possibility of wolf reintroduction garnered the[Read More…]
Correction
RBC | In last week’s edition of the Herald Times we reported that county assessor’s office planned to hire additional help. That is incorrect, according to RBC Assessor Renae Nielsen. The office had an employee retire and Nielsen requested to hold part of a position’s salary in a contingency fund,[Read More…]
Classifieds: December 28, 2017
**ANNOUNCEMENTS** RADINO & CHUCKWAGON Please call before 8:00a.m. day of meal 878-5627 or 675-8112 Senior Citizen Nutrition Program Meals served at noon. Reservations appreciated. Suggested Donation Over 60 – $2.50. Under 60 – Guest Fee $7. (Did you know? Homebound trays can be ordered for over 60, suggested donation $2.50[Read More…]
Days Gone By: December 21, 2017
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – LOST—Between Joe Ralston’s and Meeker, two black skirts and waist to ladies overall suit. Call at this office. – At the home of Mr. and Mrs. David Smith on Saturday, Dec. 15, Mr. Elmer W. McGruder and Miss Lura Swarts were united[Read More…]
Correction
MEEKER | In last week’s article about the Meeker Cemetery District, we incorrectly stated that the district had $1.8 million in revenue in 2017. In fact, that amount is the total ending fund balance at the end of 2017. Total projected revenue for 2017 was $592,268.37. Projected expenditures totaled $358,188.81,[Read More…]
Clarification
RBC | Last week we reported that the county approved an annual agreement to pay the United States Geological Survey (USGS) $98,272 for water sampling on the White River and in the Piceance Basin. The total amount should have been $100,292 according to the amended agenda from the Dec. 11[Read More…]
Community Calendar: December 21, 2017
– Meeker Recreation Center closed Dec. 24-26 for the Christmas holidays. Normal hours resume on Dec. 27. ERBM Recreation and Park District, 970-878-3403. – Hoops for Charity tournament Dec. 29 at 9 a.m at the Meeker High School gym. Third-eighth graders are invited to participate in the eighth annual Hoops[Read More…]
Classifieds: December 21, 2017
**ANNOUNCEMENTS** MEEKER STREAKER MONTHLY SCHEDULE December 2017 NOTE: Please schedule out -of-town appointments before 2:00 PM and call- in advance to set up all medical appointment rides. 970-878-9368 or Cell# 970-456-7701. Activities are subject to change. Bus available on dates noted below: 12/21 – Bus in town/Grand Junction medical 12/22[Read More…]
Days Gone By: December 14, 2017
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – The Camp-Fire Girls are preparing boxes to be sent out at Christmas time to those, who perhaps, will not otherwise enjoy a Christmas this year. Through the kindness of many friends, who have clothes, which have been made over, pressed, darned and[Read More…]
Community Calendar: December 14, 2017
– ERBM Holiday Appreciation Drawing Dec. 1-20. Visit the Meeker Recreation Center to submit your name into the drawing for a membership or gift certificates. Drawing will be held Dec. 21. Winners will be notified that day and listed on ERBM’s Facebook page. – Projects in Grocery Sacks (PIGS) Dec.[Read More…]
