MEEKER | For Jayne and Steve Coley, real estate isn’t just about buying and selling. It’s about turning houses into homes, handling the hard work families can’t, and leaving a lasting impact on Meeker’s community. From inherited family homes to long-vacant properties, the couple brings new life to Meeker houses,[Read More…]
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Strong audit, student achievements headline Meeker school board meeting
RBC | Earlier this month, the Meeker School District RE-1 Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting at the district office. Board President Bill Devergie, Vice President Tom Allen, and board members Joe Nieslanik, Ann Franklin, Heather Sauls and Tony Theos were present. Board Secretary Hanna Borchard was absent[Read More…]
Local man seriously injured in skiing accident
MEEKER | 40-year-old Matthew Griffiths, an Army veteran and local insurance agent in Meeker, is in the ICU at St. Mary’s in Grand Junction following a horrific ski accident at Keystone. Matthew came to a trail merger when he was hit from behind by another skier. His injuries include six[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: And here we are! At the cusp of the sesquisemiquincentennial
As we move into the AM250/CO150 year, referred to as the Sesquisemiquincentennial, next week, we begin the implementation of the plans that we have been thinking about for a while. Can you believe it is really here? There is just so much going on. Did I mention Drone Shows? I’m[Read More…]
HISTORY LESSONS: Mrs. S.C. Wright
There were 26 signatures on the original 1883 Meeker Townsite incorporation papers. None of them were women. That didn’t stop Mrs. S.C. Wright from buying some shares. I am going to use her story to introduce two men in her life who were also shareholders. Charles Dunbar and William H.[Read More…]
Library board reviews finances, hears public comment, plans 2026 programs
MEEKER | The Meeker Public Library Board held its regular December meeting with all members present. Before approving the agenda, Secretary/Treasurer Toby Leavitt proposed moving the Pledge of Allegiance to follow the call to order. The board approved the agenda with the change. During public comment, community member Jennifer Key[Read More…]
HopeWest Lights of Life event honors and remembers loved ones
Special to the HT MEEKER | On Wednesday, Dec. 3, HopeWest held our annual Lights of Life event at St. James Episcopal Church in Meeker. This cherished tradition offers a moment to remember, and honor loved ones who hold a special place in our hearts throughout the year, especially during[Read More…]
Neighbors working together for river preservation: 2025 progress report from the White River Alliance
MEEKER | White River Alliance members gathered for their holiday party and an end of the year report by president Shawn Welder this past Wednesday, Dec. 10. His 2025 progress report highlights a year marked by the group’s community engagement, hands-on stewardship, and strengthened educational outreach. A major focus of[Read More…]
Meeker trustees hear updates, make plans for 2026
MEEKER | The Meeker Town Board of Trustees discussed infrastructure, municipal code revisions and upcoming state mandates during its regular December meeting last week. Public Works Director Jack Kilduff reported that the town pumped 8,942,976 gallons of water in November and provided updates on water system maintenance, staffing and equipment.[Read More…]
PMC Board approves 2026 budget during special meeting
MEEKER | Last week, the Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District’s Pioneers Medical Center (PMC) held a special meeting to approve its 2026 budget and adopt related resolutions. Board Secretary/Treasurer Sherri Halandras, along with board members Wade Bradfield and Jean Gianinetti, attended the meeting. Board President Mark Schryver and[Read More…]
HISTORY LESSONS: G.D. Thayer… not a founder, but a stockholder
George Dana Thayer, AKA G.D. Thayer, or Dana Thayer, was not an original 1883 Meeker Townsite Company member, however, he did become a stockholder by June 1886, where he was listed as secretary of the Townsite Co. and Meeker Town Recorder. Dana Thayer was a retail grocer at Fort Fred[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: More about the Sesquisemiquincentennial
As the nation celebrates its 250th birthday and our beautiful state commemorates its 150th anniversary of our entrance to the union, we are encouraged to undertake diverse, imaginative efforts to remember our shared past while visualizing a unified future. The AM250/CO150 Commission at History Colorado is committed to recognizing our[Read More…]
