MEEKER | While living in Meeker away from the crowds appeals to most long- term residents for a wide variety of reasons, one of the most frequently cited is safety. The events of this past year have threatened that sense of security. While on the surface, the rancorous disagreements between[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
Slash EV Ranch conserved by Colorado Cattlemen’s Ag Land Trust
RBC | The Slash EV Ranch along Colorado’s White River has been conserved in perpetuity by the Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust (CCALT). The project was made possible with the support from Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and The Nature Conservancy. The 477-acre ranch[Read More…]
TREE PRUNING WORKSHOP …
Don’t think you can grow fruit trees in Meeker? The trees at Connie’s prove that you can. She has 14 fruit trees including plum, cherry, pear and a couple of varieties of apples that are thriving even though they were due for some pruning. Susan Carter, Area Extension Agent and[Read More…]
KAYE’S CORNER: Physical therapy to the rescue
MEEKER | When friends would tell me about their physical therapy, I used to think it was like going to a spa with massages and warm compresses to soothe you. Now that I have my own sessions, I’ve learned it’s more like boot camp with workouts and cold packs. However,[Read More…]
Five finalists for CNCC president
Virtual community forums scheduled with candidates RANGELY | Colorado Community College System (CCCS) Chancellor Joe Garcia has announced five finalists in the running for president of Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC). CNCC President Ron Granger will retire at the end of his term in July 2021, concluding a 40-year career[Read More…]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: March 26, 2021
Thanks for vote Dear Editor: I would like to thank the commissioners for their 3-0 vote against reappointing Dave Morlan. He was given multiple opportunities to be decent to his staff and when he wasn’t, the commissioners stood by their promises knowing that there may be political consequences. I’m willing[Read More…]
Colorado agriculture unites to celebrate industry
RANGELY | Colorado’s agriculture industry responded to Governor Jared Polis’ meat-free proclamation, by offering up barbecues (Meat Ins) statewide. Governor Polis recently signed a proclamation declaring March 20 a day everyone should go without eating meat and instead urging people to opt for plant-based foods. The proclamation dubbed the day[Read More…]
Agricultural Community Celebrates ‘Meat In Day’
RBC | It was a weekend of reconnecting, celebrating our livestock production, and uplifting those in need throughout Colorado and neighboring states as the agriculture industry celebrated “Meat In day” on March 20. Rather than villainizing meat protein sources, producers and consumers alike rallied to show their support for agriculture[Read More…]
Congrats on a great season, Cowboys!
The Cowboys basketball team ended the season second in their league. Seniors on the team were Braydon Garcia, Junior Gaeta, Ethan Drake, Ryan Phelan and Spud White. Juniors were Peter Hanks, Liam Deming, Hamp Hightower, Zach Simonsen and Zagar Brown. Freshman were Ryan Sullivan and Jace Mobley. Thank you to[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY: March 25, 2021
The Meeker Herald125 years ago This is the season of the year when an appropriate shroud for some people would be the winter underwear they discarded too soon. A larger number of fine shade and fruit trees will be planted in Meeker and vicinity this spring than usual. We hope[Read More…]
CPW secures conservation easement for Coal Creek Ranch
MEEKER | Using funds from the Colorado Wildlife Habitat Program, Colorado Parks and Wildlife has acquired a perpetual conservation easement on the 1,121-acre Coal Creek Ranch in Rio Blanco County. The transaction also includes a 20-year access agreement that will allow for public fishing and limited, reservation-managed archery and muzzleloader[Read More…]
ALL CONFERENCE …
Four Lady Cowboys have received conference awards. Sarah Kracht was selected for first team All-Conference. Kracht had 161 points and 40 rebounds in a year that was cut short due to COVID. Savannah Mendenhall, Ainsley Selle, and Makala Wille all received all-conference honorable mentions. | COURTESY PHOTO