MEEKER I A new business, Country Raised, will hold a grand opening and ribbon cutting at noon Friday at 275 6th St., in downtown Meeker. Country Raised offers farmhouse-style décor, classic toys, Colorado chocolates and more, according to owner Makala Barton. Sponsored by the Meeker Chamber of Commerce, the ribbon[Read More…]
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Work underway on Meeker Veterans Community Center
MEEKER I The public may have seen construction work going on at the Veterans of Foreign Wars building at 290 4th St. and Main Street across from the Mountain Valley Bank in Meeker This building was purchased in March 2015 due to some very generous donations. The projects are being[Read More…]
Differences aplenty between sheep and cattledog trials; 5 days of fun
MEEKER I For 30 years, Meeker has opened its doors to the world for a week each September for the sheepdog trials and, during that time, the folks of Rio Blanco County and Meeker have built a rich tradition around the border collie’s unique ability to work and handle livestock.
Obituary: Doris ‘Jeanne’ Nadon
Doris ‘Jeanne’ Nadon, 81, of Galveston, Texas, passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2016, at Mainland Medical Center. She was born Dec. 5, 1934, in Zanesville, Ohio, to Louise and Lawrence German.
Hunter education opt-out available; apprentice licenses available
RBC I Colorado Parks and Wildlife now offers apprentice licenses and hunter education test-out options. The changes, now in effect, are intended to encourage people to get active in the outdoors and interested in hunting.
Tipton’s office recognizes Meeker wrestling…
Brandon Baynor, representing Third District Congressman Scott Tipton’s office in Grand Junction, recently brought a Congressional Tribute Plaque to Meeker High School for the Meeker State Champion Wrestling Team, the State Champion Wrestlers and their coaches. From left, Baynor delivers the plaque to state champions TJ Shelton (four-time state champion),[Read More…]
Free legal clinic Tuesday for those needing legal advice
MEEKER I A free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney, will be featured from 2-3 p.m. on June 7 at the Meeker Public Library, located at 490 Main St. in Meeker.
Obituary: Elaine Dorothy Garcia
Craig resident Elaine Dorothy Garcia went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 27, 2016, surrounded by her family at her residence in Craig. She was 73.
Wyoming man finalist for CNCC presidency
RANGELY I On May 26, following a three-month search process the announcement from long-time Colorado Northwest Community College President Russell George that he was retiring this summer, Dr. Nancy McCallan, president of the Colorado Community College System, announced the name of the finalist for Colorado Northwestern Community College’s new president.[Read More…]
Letter to the Editor: Thanks for food donations in Rangely
Dear Editor: The Rangely Post Office employees would like to say thank you for a great turnout of food donations for our local Rangely Food Bank.
Obituary: Erika ‘Oma’ Flaherty
Longtime Meeker resident Erika Flaherty died peacefully in her home surrounded by her family after a long illness with dementia.
Historical society has plans for summer filled with fun events
RBC I Validating their claim: “Rio Blanco County Historical Society’s Heritage Culture Center Committee is committed to providing opportunities to bring our citizens and visitors into celebration of our heritage roots,” the group has lined up dozens of cultural-heritage activities and events for the summer.
