MEEKER | A well-known conservation and hunting organization is looking to establish a new chapter on the Western Slope of Colorado. The Dallas Safari Club (DSC), dedicated to wildlife conservation, education, and ethical hunting, has expressed interest in expanding its presence in the area. Organizers aim to connect local outdoor[Read More…]
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Rangely’s lady Panthers continue historic undefeated season
RANGELY | Last week, the Rangely High School girls’ basketball team hit the road to face the West Grand Mustangs. Entering the game with a 19-0 record for the 2024-25 season, the Lady Panthers secured a 51-35 victory, improving their record to 20-0. Senior Miah Wren led the charge, scoring[Read More…]
Meeker Cowboys celebrate senior night with season-high victory
MEEKER | The Meeker High School boys basketball team hosted the Olathe Pirates last week on Senior Night, celebrating its graduating players with a dominant 78-52 victory. The win marked the Cowboys’ highest-scoring game of the season, surpassing their previous high in a 68-42 win over Cedaredge. Head coach Klark[Read More…]
Congratulations to all Meeker, Rangely and D51/ Phoenix state qualifiers, placers and champions!
White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts hold annual meeting
MEEKER | Last week, the White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts held their annual meeting and banquet, with all board members in attendance. The meeting began with board members providing updates on their natural resources projects and reports. Tristan McGee, the districts’ project manager, discussed upcoming projects and ways[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT – RBC commissioners discuss emergency coordinator concerns, library board appointments
RBC | The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) held its regular monthly meeting last week in Meeker, Colorado, with all three commissioners in attendance. The meeting began with a public comment period, during which Marc Etchart voiced concerns regarding the emergency coordinator position in Rio Blanco County. Etchart expressed reservations[Read More…]
MHS girls’ wrestling makes school history at state tournament
MEEKER | The Meeker Cowboys girls wrestling team made history this past weekend, becoming the first team from their school to compete in the Colorado State Wrestling Championship. The Cowboys qualified four athletes and took three to the tournament, led by junior Emma Ford (130 lbs), freshman Abigail Amick (145[Read More…]
Lady Cowboys look to get back into the ‘win’ column this weekend
MEEKER | The Meeker High School girls basketball team hosted the Roaring Fork Rams last week, looking to bounce back from a recent loss to Aspen. The Cowboys had previously faced the Rams in January, falling 72-44. Unfortunately, they were unable to secure a different outcome this time, losing 66-52.[Read More…]
Meeker Cowboys fall to Roaring Fork, bounce back against Cedaredge
MEEKER | The Meeker Cowboys hosted the Roaring Fork Rams last week at Meeker High School, seeking redemption after a 66-37 loss to the Rams in January. However, the Cowboys were unable to secure the win, falling 61-46. Despite the loss, several Cowboys had strong performances. Senior Drew Drake went[Read More…]
Blunt earns second state championship title
MEEKER | The Meeker boys wrestling team traveled to Ball Arena this past weekend to compete in the Colorado State Wrestling Championships. The Cowboys qualified five wrestlers for the event, led by seniors Cade Blunt (175 lbs) and Clay Crawford (138 lbs). They were joined by junior Drake Jones[Read More…]
MHS holds third annual Empty Bowls fundraiser
MEEKER | This past Tuesday, Meeker High School held its Empty Bowls fundraiser during the girls’ and boys’ basketball games against Roaring Fork. This year marked the third year of the event, with proceeds benefiting the Meals on Wheels program through Pioneers Medical Center. The fundraising goal for this year’s[Read More…]
Meeker Board of Trustees discuss community wildfire defense grant, approve liquor license transfers
MEEKER | The Meeker Board of Trustees held its monthly meeting last week at the town hall at 7 p.m., with all board members present. The meeting began with the approval of the agenda, followed by the approval of minutes from the previous meeting. The board then moved to approve[Read More…]
