Thanks from the Justus family Dear Editor, To everyone who has supported us following the loss of Julie, we would like to express our sincere thanks. The cards, letters and phone calls were very much appreciated. Jeanette and Mike Justus and family Rangely Appreciation for the Meeker Fire Department Dear[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Loose Ends – Know thy moose
Wildlife experts are being consulted by communities where they are experiencing a rise in reports of human/animal confrontations. Colorado has been noted as one of the states with a large moose population, so it does make sense that we are facing a larger number of violent incidents on public lands.[Read More…]
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Dreams and memories: A birthday morning
What is the first thing that reaches your mind when you hear the word “dream”? For most, a dream is merely a story that happens in your head when you sleep. A dream is a thought; it is not real. Furthermore, children have intense dreams formed in their complex little[Read More…]
Tim Cleary: Celebration of Life
Tim Cleary, 69, passed peacefully on April 25, 2023 in Mack, Colorado, surrounded by loved ones. There will be a celebration of life on Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 1-5 p.m. at the Lincoln Park picnic shelter in Grand Junction, Colorado. Remarks are welcome around 3 p.m.
Obituary – Jennifer Marie Hart
March 19, 1950 ~ Jan. 20, 2024 Jennifer Marie Hart, age 73, of Sweetwater, Texas, (Former resident of Meeker, Colorado), passed away on Jan. 20, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her loved ones. Her wishes were to be cremated. A graveside service was held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday,[Read More…]
Obituary – Judith Lynne (Reed) Smith
March 25, 1941 ~ Jan. 27, 2024 Judy was born in Detroit, Michigan. She attained a Bachelor of Business Administration degree at the University of North Florida. She worked as a credit analyst and a loan officer in the Jacksonville area. She was active in the community in many ways.[Read More…]
MUSEUM MUSINGS – Letters from history, No. 40
White River Agency, Colorado May 5, 1879 Sir: In regard to Indian apprentices, I note in your circular “accounts No. 22., July 9, 1878”, paragraph 6, that each white mechanic is to have charge of two Indian apprentices. Now, hitherto this has been impracticable, but the prospect is that during[Read More…]
HISTORY LESSONS – Mt. Streeter, Pt. 3; The blind leading the blind?
If you want to see what Mount Streeter looked like, the White River Museum has a wonderful panoramic photo in its gift shop. To continue the Streeter history… In 1924, Doctor Lee H. Pattison, a blind chiropractor of South Bend, Indiana, headed up a group of Axial Basin Development Co.[Read More…]
GRAND OPENING!
Black Sulphur Tavern held a grand opening and ribbon cutting for their new business at 364 Seventh St. The space has been renovated with several TVs and games and provides a fun, friendly atmosphere to watch your favorite sports team and enjoy a burger and wings. Owners Frank Maestas and[Read More…]
PMC orthopedics program adds new surgeon to team
PRESS RELEASE Colorado Advanced Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, and Spine (CAO) is located in Meeker, Colorado, on the Pioneers Medical Center Campus. The clinic welcomes dual fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon Alejandro Miranda, M.D., to its growing surgical team. Dr. Miranda is an orthopedic surgeon with board certification in sports and foot and[Read More…]
Panthers compete in Rifle track meet
The high school track and field season is officially underway for the Rangely Panthers who traveled to compete in the Rifle High School Invitational this past week. At the Rifle home meet, you can always be sure of a few things: rusty veteran competitors, fresh faces to the sport, and[Read More…]
BUY-FLY FISHING TOURNAMENT
The winning teams and individuals for the 18th annual White River Community Association Buy-Fly Fishing Tournament are as follows. Individual top weight catch was Dave Metrovich and longest fish was Kevin Massey. First place team won by Rio Blanco Abstract: Erik Eckman, Adam Parrett, Dave Metrovich and Wayne Kirkpatrick. Second[Read More…]
