Meeker Chamber’s Business of the Month is Patriot Heating and Cooling, a locally owned and operated HVAC company. Mike Herrick (center) has worked in the HVAC industry since 1987. He owned his own business in Denver and more recently managed several departments for a Roaring Fork Valley company. With 25[Read More…]
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THE BASICS
Wondering where to find basic items like socks and T-shirts in Meeker? The Basics — a new store recently opened in Meeker — carries printed T-shirts and hoodies, reading glasses, sunglasses, socks and gloves. Proprietors are John (left) and Connie Aitken, who operated Connie’s Gifts Galore in the early 2000s.[Read More…]
Meeker’s Spaceman/Moon Man, Part 2
My thanks to Si, Teresia, Rhonda, Renae, Rhonna, Leif, Kathy, Lanny, Jere, Mike, Beth, Jerry, Dollie, Kay, Joe, Tammie, Nancy, Libby, Albert, Mary, Jean, Joanne and others in creating a composite of Ron. Everyone knew a little about Ron. He had many facets. Interestingly, those who knew about him, knew[Read More…]
Lady Cowboys dominate at regionals
The Cowboys finished regionals by dominating with speed, strength, and execution, making it to state for the fourth and final year for seniors Haiely Larson, Emma Luce, Ariel Gallegos, Nora Gianinetti, and Grace Roberts. “I was very proud of the girls this past weekend,” began head coach Greg Cravens. “Our[Read More…]
Loose Ends: Set the example
Attending dogfights of any kind are not on my list of weekly “must-dos,” so going out in the public arena to get ready to cast my vote this year has not been filled with rancorous, unnecessary debate. Choosing to use the convenient, mail-in- ballot that has been available here for[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: OCT. 31 ~ NOV. 6, 2022
A synopsis of the 2nd hunting season is as follows: ASSIST = 3MEDICAL = 1SEARCH & RESCUE = 1TRESPASS = 1 CALL SUMMARIES 11/2/2022 @ 11:41 am. A passerby called in a vehicle that appeared suspicious because mud was smeared on the license plate. The vehicle was parked at the[Read More…]
CNCC avaitors earn competitive awards
Opportunities for students at Colorado Northwestern Community College are unique and offer challenges that increase their knowledge and capabilities. The CNCC National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) team traveled to Price, Utah, from Oct. 10-13, for a safety convention. This convention is a “track meet for pilots,” stated second-year pilot Kelcey[Read More…]
Lady Panthers finish season one win shy of state
The lady Panthers traveled to Colorado Springs for the Region 9 regional tournament. Rangely played St. Mary’s High School and Burlington High School. Rangely played St. Mary’s first and had a rough start. The Panthers passed well but weren’t able to terminate play, losing to St. Mary’s in three sets.[Read More…]
CNCC Corner: CNCC students do well by doing good
The month of October has been a busy one for CNCC and its students. As important as preparing students for tomorrow’s workforce is, preparing students to live a well-rounded and fulfilling life is just as important. We provide students with numerous opportunities to take what they learn in the classroom[Read More…]
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS: Nov 10, 2022
Grand Junction VA back to normal hours RBC | The Grand Junction VA Medical Center Emergency Room resumed normal hours of operation (24/7) on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022. Mission Act will cover veterans at non-VA emergency rooms. You must call 1-844-724-7842 or email [email protected] within 72 hours of receiving care.[Read More…]
When wild horses heal
It’s 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Mesa County Fairgrounds in a covered, but open-sided arena where a brisk, teasing breeze can capture a touch of winter and blow through. Mustangs gathered in July and August from northwestern Colorado’s Piceance Basin, mostly blacks, bays and sorrels, chew on hay in a[Read More…]
‘You look good in stripes’ initiative for new CHSAA officials
A CHSAA Announces “You Look Good in Stripes” initiative for new officials Association to cover fees for new officials, streamline sign-up process In an effort to combat the officials crisis currently placing a strain on high school athletics in Colorado, the Colorado High School Activities Association is launching the “You[Read More…]
