We know now that the largest recorded fire in New Mexico history was started by an escaped “prescribed burn,” or rather by two. The Hermit’s Peak fire bolted away on April 6 when unexpectedly gusty winds blew sparks beyond control lines. Then the Calf Canyon fire raced off on April[Read More…]
Author: Sophia Goedert
Greetings from Washington, D.C.
Editor’s Note: We asked former HT intern Sophia Goedert for her viewpoint on local journalism as she finishes out her first semester at George Washington University in Washington, D.C. where she is studying for a bachelor of fine arts degree in photojournalism. Her photos of rural ranch life were recently[Read More…]
Local piper, drummer to perform at Meeker Classic this year
MEEKER I Every year at the Meeker Classic Championship Sheepdog Trials, the sound of bagpipes and drums can be heard from everywhere on the field. These tunes often catch the attention of younger patrons due to the unfamiliarity of it all. Meeker siblings Zeke and Iris Gianinetti are among those[Read More…]
Raise a glass to Glou Glou
MEEKER I Vanessa Trout is no stranger to the business world. As the current owner of Blanco Cellars, The Little Cheese Shop, and now her patio Glou Glou, she has brought many shopping opportunities to the community. As a result, she is broadening her customers’ horizons with every purchase. Glou[Read More…]
Off the Olive Branch
MEEKER I “It changes the way people cook, and it changes the way people view food,” says one of Meeker’s newest store owners, Julianne Belland. It has been a little over a month that Off The Olive Branch has been in business, with a solid start to top it off. [Read More…]
HOPEWEST …
HopeWest celebrated its volunteers with ice cream sundaes on the courthouse lawn. Hope the mini-horse, HopeWest’s new mascot, made an appearance for the first time also. | SOPHIA GOEDERT PHOTO
New training for Mantle horses
MEEKER | Horses are always finding ways to make their trainers learn new ways of teaching. No two horses are alike, and the training from horse to horse always differs, former Meeker resident Steve Mantle has discovered in his numerous years of working with horses. Mantle’s time with horses starts[Read More…]
TIS THE SEASON …
Springtime marks the start of branding season for local cattle ranchers. | SOPHIA GEODERT PHOTOS
Most Forest Service roads not open for summer vehicles until May 21
RBC | The White River National Forest Blanco Ranger District reminds forest users that summer motorized and bicycle use does not begin in most areas of the forest until May 21 to protect roads and trails from damage and to protect wildlife from disturbance. “This year we have a lower[Read More…]
BLUE SKIES …
The snow is well on its way out of the valley, at least until Colorado decides to mix it up, which happens approximately every hour or so. This week’s weather featured beautiful mid-70 temps, followed by the mid-20s and a slushy snow storm. | SOPHIA GEODERT PHOTO
TRAILBLAZERS …
Women in agriculture: Mary Strang
MEEKER | International Women’s Day is Monday, March 8. This global celebration first took place on March 8, 1911, honoring women’s economic, political and social accomplishments. In Rio Blanco County, one of the areas women have had significant impact throughout the years is in agriculture. This agricultural community is home[Read More…]
