MEEKER | With the 4th of July fast approaching, the county would like to share some important information regarding traffic flow and parking during the upcoming celebrations. To help ensure a safe and organized event, please note the following logistics: • The south gate of the facility is walk-through only—there[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
RIO HAPPENINGS: JUNE 15-21, 2025
ARRESTS There were no arrests last week. CALL SUMMARIES 6/15/2025 @ 12:39 pm. A single-vehicle rollover was reported on Highway 64 at mile marker 10. The driver stated she lost control while applying makeup. She was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. 6/16/2025 @ 2:34 pm. A county[Read More…]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – June 26th, 2025
A personal message to all WREA members Dear Editor: In 2019, I joined the Board of Directors of WREA. The last six years serving on the board has been rewarding and incredibly educational. Because of my IT Security background, “protecting the grid” was very high on my priority list. Little[Read More…]
LOOSE ENDS: Making a difference
The Meeker’s July 4th celebration is almost upon us, so it might appear to be a tad bit late to step up and volunteer to help at one or two community events that are part of this fast approaching holiday. It is never too late. Helpers are always needed, even[Read More…]
FROM V.F.W. POST 5843: Support your local veterans
The history of the Meeker VFW Post No. 5843 reflects a deep commitment to serving veterans and the community. The post is part of the larger Veterans of Foreign Wars organization, which was founded in 1899 to advocate for the rights and benefits of those who served in the U.S.[Read More…]
Stage 1 fire restrictions start Friday
PRESS RELEASE RBC | All lands managed by the White River National Forest and the Bureau of Land Management Upper Colorado River District will be under stage 1 fire restrictions beginning Friday, June 27. Under stage 1 restrictions for the Bureau of Land Management and White River National Forest: •[Read More…]
Memorial Notice – Tracy Richard Brown
July 18, 1934 ~ Oct. 23, 2024 Father of Chip Brown, husband of Donna Brown. A Celebration of Life will be held Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10 a.m. at the Bar 7 Ranch (2162 County Road 15) in Meeker, Colorado.
MUSEUM MUSINGS: Letters from history No. 88
State Of Colorado, Executive Department, Denver, Sept. 16, 1879 My Dear, Sir: I have the honor to enclose herewith a communication from N.C. Meeker, esq, Indian Agent at the White River Agency, in which he details the feelings of the Utes at that point, and desires me to confer with[Read More…]
‘OFF THE OLIVE BRANCH’ INTRODUCES ‘ON THE GRAPEVINE’
Off the Olive Branch, Meeker’s oil and vinegar tap house and provider of specialty grocery items, is expanding its offerings. Owners Alexis and Matt Stone are pleased to announce the grand opening of On the Grapevine July 1, from 4-7 p.m. at the same location (317 E. Market St.). On[Read More…]
ACTIVITIES UPDATE
Get motivated with Run Club MEEKER | ERBM’s popular community running program begins this week! Runs will take place Tuesday evenings, June 3-July 29, from 7-9 p.m. Moonlight runs are scheduled for June 10 and July 15 from 9:30-11:30 p.m. All ages welcome; ages 12 and under must be accompanied[Read More…]
Meeker Mustang Clinic competitors have a chance to work with trainers
By JOSIE TUTHILL Special to the HT MEEKER | This past weekend contestants in Meeker’s Mustang Makeover (MMM) gathered at the Rio Blanco County fairgrounds to learn from renowned trainers Bryan Neubert and Steve Mantle. Each of them worked one-on-one with a MMM contestant trainer and the mustang they will[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: JUNE 8-14, 2025
ARRESTS There were no arrests last week. CALL SUMMARIES 6/8/2025 @ 4:23 pm. A suspicious looking snake with a “fat head” was reported to Meeker PD. An officer arrived on scene (maybe a little relieved) only to find the snake was gone on arrival. 6/9/2025 @ 10:42 pm. A truck[Read More…]
