Rio Blanco County Detention Center: Explanation on closure and reopening Dear Editor: I want to take some time to address the reopening of the Rio Blanco County Detention Center, since a couple of people have asked, “Why did we close the jail?” First, a little personal background. I worked in[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Obituary – Georgia Lee Sutton
Dec. 6, 1941 ~ Feb. 14, 2026 Georgia Lee Sutton went home to be with the Lord, Feb. 14, 2026. Georgia was born in Meeker, Colorado, Dec. 6, 1941, to Gale and Amber Perrine. She attended primary through high School and graduated in Meeker. She became the wife of Howard[Read More…]
Colorado’s Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) provides eligible Coloradans with many benefits
PRESS RELEASE RBC | As Colorado closes out its warmest winter on record, the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) is reminding residents that the Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) offers more than help with heating bills. With an application deadline of April 30, 2026, eligible residents are encouraged to[Read More…]
MHS Basketball Awards Banquet
From left, juniors Said Rodriguez and Trent Sanders pose for a photo. Rodriguez received Western Slope League All-Conference honors, while Sanders earned Western Slope League All-Conference and All-State Honorable Mention. The Meeker High School basketball players pose for a group photo at their end-of-season banquet, celebrating the conclusion of the[Read More…]
BMS Wrestling
The Barone Middle School wrestling team poses in front of the podium this past weekend in Rangely. “Meeker won the district championship, taking first place in approximately 10 or 11 weight classes,” said Coach Nate Lee.
Many winter roads and trails closing early
With low snowpack on open roads visitors should stay on snow to reduce resource damage PRESS RELEASE RBC | Due to a lack of snow coverage, the White River National Forest is beginning to close some motorized winter roads and trails earlier than usual to protect public safety and prevent[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: March 15-21, 2026
ARRESTS 3/15/2026-Meeker PD arrested an 18 year-old female for 1st Degree Criminal Trespass, 2nd Degree Burglary and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. She was taken to jail. 3/20/2026-Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 36 year-old female for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs or Both. She was issued a summons[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: Communities invited to share their stories and mark ‘History Where It Happened’
America 250-Colorado 150 announces historic marker program RBC | “The America 250-Colorado 150 Commission announced the launch of a new Historic Marker Program, a signature initiative that will place up to 150 new historic roadside markers across Colorado in recognition of the state’s 150th anniversary of statehood and the nation’s[Read More…]
VINE & VITTLES – Bites, Bottles & Banter
MEEKER | An amazing opportunity has come my way: I get to write about food and drink, in any aspect I desire—on a recurring basis. Whether it’s recipes, recommendations, history, hot topics (yes, even those pesky rising grocery prices!), or just some lighthearted banter, I get to explore it all.[Read More…]
LOOSE ENDS: Playground Politics
MEEKER |“Playground Politics” are back with a vengeance It first became visible in the larger public meetings involving local issues. There seemed to be no rhyme or reason for it. The size of the community didn’t appear to be as much a factor as a general disinterest toward collaborating with[Read More…]
YOUTH ZONE: Pucker up for a wild ride
Special to the HT RBC | This year marks a milestone for YouthZone: 50 years of fostering hopeful youth, strong families and safe communities. Over the years, the organization has served thousands of court-involved and at-risk youth in Colorado’s 9th Judicial District and is planning a large-scale celebration. The 50th[Read More…]
ALL-STATE GIRLS BASKETBALL
From left to right, seniors Rylee Sullivan and Addison Knowles pose together for a photo after participating on the Class 3A team in the Colorado Coaches of Girls Sports All-State Basketball Games this past weekend in Denver. The event honors top female athletes from schools across all classifications, 1A through[Read More…]
