RANGELY | The Rangely High School boys basketball team hosted the Cotopaxi Pirates last week, looking to bounce back from a 64-41 loss to Grand Valley. The Panthers defended their home court in a hard-fought battle, securing a 35-34 victory and sending the Pirates sailing out of Rangely. Junior Landon[Read More…]
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Barone Middle School wrestling takes third at Montrose Centennial tournament
MEEKER | The Barone Middle School boys and girls wrestling team hit the road last weekend to compete in the Montrose Centennial Middle School tournament. This marked their first tournament of the season after a tri-dual last week against Craig Middle School and Rangely Middle School, where the Cowboys defeated[Read More…]
Meeker Regional Library Board discusses book placement and library policies
MEEKER | The Meeker Public Regional Library Board held its regular public meeting last week, welcoming a room full of community members eager to ask questions. The meeting opened with the board approving the agenda. Before the approval, board secretary Toby Leavitt motioned to eliminate the consent agenda from this[Read More…]
Meeker Chamber welcomes new executive director
MEEKER | Change is in the air at the Meeker Chamber of Commerce as Sara Stephenson steps into the role of director, bringing fresh ideas and a passion for local business growth. Stephenson reflected on what brought her to Meeker in 2020. “It was for a relationship and I fell[Read More…]
Dallas Safari Club explores new chapter in Western Colo.
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…]
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…]
