MEEKER | Antler Taxidermy and Professionals of Africa Museum, which is located in the heart of Meeker, Colorado, has unveiled a rare addition to its wildlife museum: a snow leopard. Owners Bill and Donna Wille are thrilled to showcase this unique specimen, offering visitors a rare opportunity to see the[Read More…]
Author: Special to the Herald Times
RIO HAPPENINGS: DECEMBER 1-7, 2024
ARRESTS There were no arrests this week. CALL SUMMARIES 12/1/2024 @ 10:22 pm. A car vs elk occurred at approximately the 46 mile-marker on Highway 139. The vehicle was drivable however the elk was deceased. Besides the elk, no injuries were reported. 12/2/2024 @ 9:12 am. Two juveniles were issued summons[Read More…]
MEET MEEKER’S SNOW SQUAD
With help from Meeker Elementary School, preschool through 5th grade students were given the opportunity to learn about snow clearing operations and safety around equipment from Town of Meeker Public Works employees Tobey Willey and Levi Dinwiddie. Meeker Police Officer Jim Amick talked with the student about safely playing outside[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – December 12th, 2024
Tumbling & Dance Expo Monday, Dec. 16 MEEKER | The community is cordially invited to come support ERBM tumblers and dancers as they showcase their skills at the Tumbling and Dance Expo. This year’s Expo is scheduled for Monday, Dec, 16 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Meeker Elementary[Read More…]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – December 12th, 2024
Thanks from 4-H Dear Editor, The Rio Blanco County (RBC) 4-H Staff, 4-H Program, and 4-H Youth Fund would like to thank the community for their generous support this past week. A big thank you to Mountain Valley Bank (MVB) for hosting their annual Charity Challenge and selecting 4-H as[Read More…]
History lessons: Holiday greetings from Bittercreek and the resident wolf
MEEKER | My mother-in-law, Pat Hendrickson lived in Meeker about a year before passing at the age of 94. She didn’t get to meet most of you, so I would like to share some of her humor with you now. Her Christmas letters from Bartlett, Kansas, population 69, were hilarious[Read More…]
LOOSE ENDS: The importance of shopping local
This season of giving promises to be a challenge for many families. The commercial aspect of it is always bloated. The biggest and wealthiest advertisers go all out in every form of communication, radio, television, and social media. The numbers of consumers depending on online shopping, for all of their[Read More…]
MHS girls make history with first wrestling tournament
MEEKER | The Meeker High School Girls Wrestling team made school history last Saturday, competing in their first-ever tournament. Participating in the Soroco tournament at Soroco High School, the team marked a significant milestone for the growing program. Head Coach Barny LeBlanc expressed pride and satisfaction with his team’s debut.[Read More…]
Lady Panthers dominate season opener
RANGELY | The Rangely Panthers girls’ basketball team is gearing up for another exciting season, led by a talented group of seniors. With a strong core of experienced players, the Panthers are poised to make a significant impact on the court this year. The team will be led by seniors[Read More…]
MHS girls host annual Shootout, finish with 2-1 record
MEEKER | The Meeker High School Girls Basketball team kicked off the 2024-2025 season by hosting the annual Meeker Cowboys Shootout Tournament, finishing with a 2-1 record over the weekend. The Cowboys opened their season Thursday night against the Altamont Longhorns, securing a 32-23 victory. This marked the first meeting[Read More…]
Panthers open season with split at Manila Tournament
RANGELY | The Rangely Panthers boys’ basketball team opened the 2024-25 season on the road in Manila, Utah, at a two-day tournament. In the first game, the Panthers faced a talented host, the Manila Mustangs. Rangely struggled early to make shots and fell behind 12-2. After a timeout, the Panthers[Read More…]
VOLLEYBALL AWARDS
After a successful season, MHS volleyball girls display awards received: Taylor Garcia (Western Slope All-Conference 1st team, CHSAA All-State 2nd team, CCGS All-State Participant, Western Slope 2A Senior/Player of the year; Graycee Cravens (Western Slope All-Conference 1st team, CHSAA All-State Honorable Mention); Reese Clatterbaugh (Western Slope All-Conference 1st team, CHSAA[Read More…]
