MEEKER | The Meeker High School boys golf team opened its 2026 season Monday at the GJ Tiger Invitational at Bookcliff Country Club in Grand Junction, hosted by Grand Junction High School. Sophomore Teagan Smith led the Cowboys with a score of 79 (+8), finishing 10th overall and third among[Read More…]
Author: Jared Henderson
BUILDING SOMETHING BIGGER: Coach Josh Martin looks to establish Meeker softball program
MEEKER | While wins and losses will eventually define the standings, first-year Meeker High School softball coach Josh Martin hopes his first season is remembered for something much bigger. Martin, who was hired earlier this year after moving to Meeker in January, said his goal is to build a program[Read More…]
It takes a village – Meeker unites to rescue trapped dog
It started with a report of three dogs running loose and turned into an hour-and-a-half rescue effort as first responders, town employees and local youth worked side by side to save a frightened dog trapped beneath the streets of Meeker. The rescue brought together town employee Elai Powers, Community Service[Read More…]
Urie tops poultry show with Grand Champion roaster
Rio Blanco County 4-H members showcased months of dedication Wednesday, July 29, during the annual Rio Blanco County Fair Poultry Show, competing in showmanship, market and breeding classes with chickens, turkeys, ducks and other poultry projects. The morning opened with showmanship, where exhibitors demonstrated their knowledge of poultry care, handling[Read More…]
Garcia leads champions at County Fair rabbit show
Hayden Garcia delivered a standout performance Wednesday afternoon, July 29, during the 2026 Rio Blanco County Fair Rabbit Show, earning championships in showmanship, market, breeding and the Born and Raised competition while also taking top honors in the Open Show. Garcia was named champion senior showman, then went on to[Read More…]
SIX SUMMERS, SIX CHAMPIONSHIPS: Meeker Marlins continue historic run
MEEKER | This past weekend, the Meeker Marlins swim team added another chapter to one of Colorado’s most successful summer swimming programs, capturing their sixth consecutive Colorado State Seasonal Club Swimming Championship during the three-day meet July 31-Aug. 2 at Adams State University in Alamosa. The title extended the Marlins’[Read More…]
Burri enters second season leading Cowboys golf
MEEKER | Entering his second season as head coach of the Meeker High School boys golf team, Nick Burri has a much better idea of what to expect. After spending his first year learning the ins and outs of leading a high school program, Burri said the experience has helped[Read More…]
Nunn stays unbeaten as bull riding purse climbs to $4,000
MEEKER | This past week the winning streaks continued to define the Meeker Summer Rodeo Series on July 30 as Dawson Nunn captured his sixth consecutive ranch bronc riding title, JB Raley earned his fourth straight steer riding victory and the bull riding jackpot climbed to $4,000 after another week[Read More…]
North Dodd, Smith, Osborn lead at 4-H horse show
RBC | The Rio Blanco County Fair opened its 2026 livestock show season Saturday, July 25, with the annual 4-H Horse Show at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds. Members competed in five performance classes before concluding the day with gymkhana events, showcasing their horsemanship, riding ability and speed. Pearl North[Read More…]
Kilduff earns premier exhibitor honors at 4-H Dog Show
RBC | After the Rio Blanco County Fair’s horse show opened the week’s livestock competitions July 25, 4-H members and their canine partners took center stage Monday, July 27, during the annual 4-H Dog Show at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds. Exhibitors spent the past seven months preparing for the[Read More…]
Commissioners approve data center moratorium
RBC | The Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners met for its regular meeting July 21 in Rangely. Commission Chair Callie Scritchfield and Commissioner Jennifer O’Hearon attended in person, while Commissioner Doug Overton participated remotely via Google Meet. Before approving the agenda, O’Hearon requested that the June 30 special meeting[Read More…]
Finances, pharmacy, staffing discussed by PMC board
MEEKER | Last week, the Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District’s Pioneers Medical Center Board held its regular July meeting, marking the first meeting under its new schedule. The board will now meet on the third Tuesday of each month instead of the fourth Tuesday. Meetings begin at 9:30[Read More…]
