This broadcast is scheduled for Saturday, May 28 at 10 a.m.
Meeker
Candidates visiting Meeker this weekend
State Senator Don Coram, Montrose is a Republican candidate for the 3rd Congressional District. He is a challenger to incumbent Rep. Lauren Boebert of Rifle. Coram will be in Meeker this Saturday, May 21, from 12-1 p.m. There will be a meet and greet downstairs at the Hugus Building (594[Read More…]
Town of Meeker: May 3 meeting
MEEKER | At the May 3 meeting, Meeker trustees and staff heard a presentation from Bryce Carter, program director for the Solar United Neighbors Colorado co-op. The co-op is a vendor neutral non-profit that provides opportunities for residents and businesses to participate in a “group buy” program that saves costs[Read More…]
Dancing to the beat …
Members of the Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan Recreation and Park District’s dance program presented their annual dance performances in early May to a selection of musical “one-hit wonders.” | MICHELLE COX PHOTO View more photos at https://www.facebook.com/michellecoxphotographyllc/photos
Just keep riding …
On May 7, Joe Conrado hopped on his red Salsa bike and pedaled from Craig to Maybell to Meeker, covering more than 70 miles. “We like to say one mile for every birthday… and a few extra for insurance! Great job, Bop! We are so proud of you!” said photo[Read More…]
Simonsen graduates from U Wyo
MEEKER | Natalie Simonsen of Meeker graduated from the University of Wyoming with her bachelor of science in nursing. Simonsen also received the Professional Nurse Award from the UW Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing for demonstration of excellence in practice, community and professional service
DANDELION FIELDS FOREVER …
A man who took great pride in his lawn found himself with a large crop of dandelions. He tried every method he knew to get rid of them. Still they plagued him. Finally he wrote the department of agriculture. He enumerated all the things he had tried and closed his[Read More…]
Mendenhall receives CRA scholarship
MEEKER I Savannah Mendenhall, a senior at Meeker High School, has been named a winner in the Colorado Retirement Association (CRA) Scholarship Program. Mendenhall was chosen from several qualified applicants and will receive a $2,000 scholarship. “Each year the Scholarship Committee identifies the strongest submissions among the numerous qualified applicants,”[Read More…]
ART SHOW …
If you haven’t yet, pop on over to the Streamline Realty building in downtown Meeker to view artwork and more at Meeker High School’s annual art show. Today is the last day to stop by. Results are posted at ht1885.com. | COURTESY PHOTOS
BAA-PARAZZI …
The baaaaaa-dest sheep ’round these here parts took over the streets last week, as Theos Swallow Fork Ranch trailed a herd through on the way to summer pastures upriver. The event is a spring favorite for all, with more than 4,000 views of our “Sheepwatch 2022” livestream (https://www.facebook.com/ht.1885/live). CAITLIN WALKER[Read More…]
CELEBRATING MIGRATORY BIRDS …
This Saturday, May 14, is World Migratory Bird Day, an annual campaign that celebrates migrating bird species across countries and continents (it’s also celebrated in October, this year on October 8.) The 2022 campaign highlights the impact of light pollution on migratory birds, like these nesting ospreys near Kenney Reservoir[Read More…]
Quinn recognized with Fretwell Outstanding Educator Award
MEEKER I The Elbert K. Fretwell Outstanding Educator Award was established by the Boy Scouts of America in 2016 to recognize the valuable contributions that educators make in the lives of young people. The Boy Scouts of America’s mission is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices[Read More…]
