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A ribbon cutting was held Friday for Country Raised, a new store located at 275 6th St. in Meeker, owned by Makala Barton. The store specializes in farmhouse-style décor, classic style toys, Colorado-made chocolates and unique gifts. Present at the ribbon cutting were, from left to right, JoAnn Goss-Gardner of the chamber, Meeker Chamber Executive Director Stephanie Kobald, Alex Plumb, Katelin Cook representing Rio Blanco County, owner Makala Barton, Brett Barton, Brinley Barton, Bryce Barton,…