MEEKER | The challenge to certain words used by any one of us in the middle of a serious conversation may go unnoticed. There are numerous examples of rancorous issues, but the one that comes up most frequently now is immigration. The words two politicians were arguing over on a[Read More…]
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GUEST COLUMN: Commissioners thank RBC citizens for support at CPW meeting
Special to the HT RBC | The Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners thanks the 20+ RBC citizens who traveled to Denver to join approximately 400 people in opposition to the proposed fur ban discussed during the March 4 Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission Meeting. Your willingness to show up[Read More…]
MEEKER CHAMBER UPDATE: New members, new programs, and surveys
Special to the HT RBC | The Meeker Chamber of Commerce continued supporting local businesses, assisting visitors, and promoting Meeker tourism throughout February. In February, the Chamber assisted 66 individuals with questions related to lodging and dining, maps and directions, hunting and fishing information, local businesses, and general community and[Read More…]
COLORADO YOUTH FOOTBALL INVITATIONAL
Four Meeker middle school football players — Gael Rodriguez, Thomas Theos, Matteus Rhykus and Lucas Simpson — have been selected to compete in the Colorado Youth Football Invitational on March 22 at the University of Colorado Boulder. The statewide showcase highlights some of Colorado’s top up-and-coming youth football talent. Rykhus[Read More…]
Overton takes first at Colorado USA Wrestling freshman/sophomore state championship
Kael Overton of Meeker poses with his first-place trophy after winning the 138-pound division at the freshman and sophomore state wrestling tournament in Denver this past weekend. Three Rio Blanco County wrestlers competed at the event, including Reid Zadra of Rangely at 120 pounds, Meeker’s Jonah Christensen at 190 pounds[Read More…]
Arrowbusters success at Western S3DA Indoor National Championships
Special to the HT MEEKER | Several Meeker archers left an indelible mark on the range this past weekend in Salt Lake City, delivering a standout performance at the Western S3DA Indoor Nationals. Representing the Arrowbuster S3DA team with poise and precision, these young athletes demonstrated that hours of disciplined[Read More…]
Rural teens, caregivers sought to participate in suicide risk study
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story talks about topics related to suicide. If you or anyone else needs resources, please call or text 988 or visit 988colorado.com. RBC | For Dr. Maya Haasz, it didn’t feel right to use a tool to screen children for suicide risk that might not work for[Read More…]
Two candidates running for Rio Blanco County Commissioner District 1 seat primary
Meeker mayor and business owner Travis Day, Meeker pastor and business owner Rich Ford vying for Republican primary ballot; county assembly is Saturday Special to the HT MEEKER | Travis Day is running for the Rio Blanco Commissioner District 1 position. He has a long history of public service at[Read More…]
MHS student council officers visit state capitol
MEEKER | In late February, Meeker High School’s student council officers took a trip to Denver. On Sunday, we were all able to go see the Broadway Musical Water for Elephants. The story centered around Jacob Jankowski, a veterinary student who joins a traveling circus following the death of his[Read More…]
BLM recognizes Greens as Colorado Volunteers of the Year
Specail to the HT RBC | The Bureau of Land Management recently recognized Lynne and John Green as the BLM Colorado Volunteers of the Year. The Greens have spent many years helping protect and share the history of northwest Colorado. For more than a decade, they have monitored archaeological sites[Read More…]
Fifth grade classes go full STEAM ahead with robotics unit
5th graders at Meeker Elementary just wrapped up an exciting robotics unit. It was a hands-on experience where students took the lead as builders and programmers. Each student successfully constructed a robot from the ground up. Thank you to Kristina Selby from Meeker Regional Library for volunteering. AMBER GARCIA PHOTOS
RIO HAPPENINGS: FEB 22-28, 2026
ARRESTS 2/24/2026-Meeker PD arrested a 39 year-old male for 2nd Degree Criminal Trespass, Criminal Attempt to Commit Other Misdemeanor, Resisting Arrest and Theft. He was transported to jail and released shortly after on a PR bond. 2/25/2026-Meeker PD arrested an 18 year-old female for 1st Degree Criminal Trespass, 2nd Degree[Read More…]
