Dec. 12, 2022 Manuel Salvador Lema Diaz, of Meeker, died Monday, Dec. 12, 2022, at his home. Memorial services were held at 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022, at Iglesia de Dios Pentecostal mi Rifle located at 437 W. Eighth St. in Rifle, Colorado.
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LETTER: Rodeo returns this summer
Dear Editor: The Meeker Summer Rodeo Series of 2022 is happy to announce that the summer of 2023 will be the seventh year of the weekly summer rodeos. Once again, our Thursday night rodeo will be available for the enjoyment of all. The 2022 Meeker Summer Rodeo series season, due[Read More…]
LETTER: How the water call will work
Dear Editor: I am sure everyone is aware of the call on the White River. Since we have not had a recent call on the White River, I wanted to let you know how this will affect each and everyone of you. The call on the river also includes all[Read More…]
Wildfire victims–one year later
As we turn the calendar to 2023, my emotions return to the Boulder/Marshall wildfire of Dec. 31, 2022, that destroyed 1000 homes in minutes. Living in western USA, we all know wildfire is a threat around the clock and even in urban areas. As victims of this fire face their[Read More…]
Days Gone By: December 22, 2022
The Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago In coming over Yellow Jacket Pass last Sunday Henry Wilson, of Milk Creek, had to buck through some five feet of snow. At the turkey shoot Thursday Ben Nicols carried off first honors. He got six turkeys out of the fifteen. Dr. French[Read More…]
Hwy 13 construction to continue through Nov. 2023
A planned winter shutdown is now in place for the widening project on Colorado Highway 13 located 11 miles northwest of Rifle. The planned winter shutdown is necessary to keep the traveling public and crews safe during winter weather conditions. All lanes of CO 13 will be open with all[Read More…]
Public asked for comment on proposed natural gas increase
Atmos wants to increase residential natural gas rates by 8-9%, while projecting an 11% profit on its assets The Office of the Utility Consumer Advocate (UCA), Colorado’s advocate for residential, small commercial and agricultural utility ratepayers in rate and rule-making proceedings before the Public Utilities Commission (PUC), is informing natural[Read More…]
3-D ARCHERY
Meeker is joining a chapter of the Scholastic 3-D Archery program. This group is tailored for young archers with a desire to improve, compete and have fun. A special focus for this non-profit organization is for youth to earn opportunities to continue their archery career with scholarships to college. This[Read More…]
Panthers fall to Plateau Valley
The Rangely lady Panthers had a busy weekend hosting Plateau Valley on Friday for a non-league matchup. Head Coach Jimmie Mergelman described a very tight back-and-forth game that did not end in the Panthers’ favor. “We really hurt ourselves and let them out rebound us. They scored 21 second chance[Read More…]
Letters to Santa
“Dear Santa, I hope Rudolph is not getting funned at. I hope on Christmas eve the northen lights stay on all night. Can I please have a harmonica? Do you like cookies or candy canes?” ~ N. Lehmann Mrs. Hughes first grade class Meeker Elementary School “Dear Santa, I have[Read More…]
RHS wrestlers on the road
On The Rangely Panthers wrestling team traveled to West Grand last Friday for a dual with a tough Saratoga, Wyoming, squad. There were seven matches wrestled with the Panthers winning three. Aydan Christian won a hard fought match 4-3. Kobey Chism pinned his opponent in 1:51, and Jaxon Torsell followed[Read More…]
‘Have yourself a merry!’
If you say that to anyone during any other season, you might get some puzzled looks. I don’t know the specific origin of the word, but happy takes precedence with so many other holidays. I am assuming with the traditional gifting of cards depicting all the wonderfully celebratory activities celebrated[Read More…]
