My two favorite men Dear Editor: Lately I’ve been hearing the term “born and raised here” quite a lot, as if it is a requirement for leadership. I do understand the thought process of not wanting an outsider to come into our beloved community and start changing all of the[Read More…]
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GUEST COLUMN: Meeker’s 250/150 Celebration—two years in the making
MEEKER| It has been a few weeks since we had an article about the Sesquisemiquincentennial, but planning efforts are ongoing across the Great West Tourism Region of Colorado. The upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States and the 150th anniversary of Colorado statehood in 2026—known as the “250/150” — were[Read More…]
VINE & VITTLES – Whiskey? Or… whisky?
MEEKER| I was listening to one of my favorite bands, Skerryvore (https://skerryvore.com)—a Scottish Celtic rock group—wearing a merch shirt from one of the times I’ve seen them live in Denver. The shirt says “Made in Scotland. Powered by Whisky.” I thought, now that may be a fun topic for Vine[Read More…]
LOOSE ENDS: ‘Dress for success’
MEEKER| We a sociological study determined that the way one dressed affected how that individual was treated. Many studies over the years have reported on the importance of the almost outdated fashion concept, “Dress for Success”. It used to be followed strictly to achieve a measure of success in the[Read More…]
Hands-on stewardship brings Meeker students to Yellow Creek
MEEKER | Yampatika, a nonprofit environmental education organization, recently partnered with RiversEdge West to bring a meaningful, hands-on learning experience to Meeker High School students. Led by restoration specialist John Leary, alongside Sarah Storm and Ann Franklin with Yampatika, students in Denee Dinwiddie’s 10th to 12th grade agriculture classes spent[Read More…]
Local youth places in top 10 at nat’l meat judging contest
Special to the HT MEEKER | Blake Smith, a 12-year-old from Meeker, Colorado, recently competed in the Cowboy Meat Judging virtual contest hosted by Oklahoma State University Meat Science Extension. The contest drew 281 participants from 20 states across the country, including Florida, California, Texas, Montana, Tennessee, and Kentucky, bringing[Read More…]
Panthers post strong showing at Phil Wertman Invitational
Special to the HT RANGELY | The Rangely High School track and field team turned in a strong performance at the Phil Wertman Invitational on April 10, competing against 21 teams largely from larger 3A, 4A and 5A schools. The Panthers’ girls team placed eighth overall, while the boys finished[Read More…]
Meeker Chamber to host golf tournament May 30
Special to the HT MEEKER | The Meeker Chamber of Commerce will host its 2026 Golf Tournament on Saturday, May 30, at the Meeker Golf Course, 903 County Road 13. Check-in begins at 8 a.m., with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. The event will feature a four-person scramble format[Read More…]
Livestock judging team competes in Greeley
Special to the HT MEEKER | 4-H members and coaches from both ends of the county traveled to Greeley, Colorado, this past weekend to compete at the Weld County Livestock Judging Contest on Saturday, April 11, 2026. At the contest, there were 72 juniors making 18 junior teams and 52[Read More…]
Meeker Mustang Makeover announces new board members and 2026 selected trainers
PRESS RELEASE MEEKER | The Meeker Mustang Makeover (MMM) is proud to announce a change in its Board of Directors as it prepares for the 2026 Events. After seven years of dedicated service, co-founder Deirdre Macnab stepped down as President back on Dec. 31, 2025. A role she has held[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: March 29-APRIL 4, 2026
ARRESTS There were no arrests this week. CALL SUMMARIES 3/30/2026- A concerned neighbor reported an unattended fire in a fire pit. An officer with Meeker PD responded to the call, inspected the site, and extinguished the fire using a garden hose. 3/31/2026-A reported stolen firearm case was swiftly brought to[Read More…]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – April 9th, 2026
Ducey will not seek re-election to WREA Board of Directors Dear Editor: To the Membership of White River Electric Association, I will NOT be seeking re-election this coming year. I would like to personally thank you all, it has been extremely humbling to have so much support and for your[Read More…]
