MEEKER I The Meeker School District’s Board of Education held a special meeting Monday to approve the verbiage of a letter to be sent to parents next week regarding COVID-19 mitigation for the 2021-22 school year. A handful of parents were present to take a position against mandatory masking or[Read More…]
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GLOU GLOU …
A ribbon-cutting for Glou Glou, the latest evolution of Blanco Cellars and The Little Cheese Shop–was held last Thursday. Glou Glou provides a casual outdoor dining experience area to gather and socialize at 317 East Market Street.
SPLAT …
Meeker celebrated the last farmers market of the season last Friday. Something Rotten! cast member Jesse Yarbrough took tomatoes for the team as part of a fundraiser for Meeker Arts and Cultural Council and WREA hosted their annual member appreciation dinner with Navajo tacos prepared by Meeker Lions Club, free[Read More…]
‘Open for Business’ grants coming soon
MEEKER I The June water report from Public Works Superintendent Russell Overton wasn’t the highest water usage, but at more than 3 million gallons, is still “a lot of water.” The town has been encouraging residents to conserve water. Mayor Kent Borchard said he has received some comments and concerns[Read More…]
MEEKER MURALS …
Meeker High School Junior Nora Gianinetti puts some finishing touches on a mural she designed and painted at Meeker Town Park. Nora submitted a design and had the help of MHS art instructor Ben Quinn for the Main Street Project 45 mural project. Look for more murals being installed around[Read More…]
Vaccine van in Meeker TODAY!
MEEKER | Haven’t had time to get your COVID-19 shot yet? The mobile vaccination van from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is in Meeker today at Town Hall at 345 Market St., providing free COVID-19 vaccinations for anyone 12 and up. No appointment is necessary. CDPHE[Read More…]
It’s Showtime livestock club prepping for fair
MEEKER I The It’s Showtime livestock club meeting kicked off with Cambrey, Mollee, and Miles leading the meeting with pledges, and we jumped into our ice breaker. Everyone had to firmly shake multiple hands and introduce themselves to one another. After that, Tatumn Kennedy read the secretary report, and due[Read More…]
Meeker Marlins compete at Western Slope League Champs
Meeker Marlins swim team members (left) Jonan VonRoenn, Tucker Chinn, Coach Shelly Rogers, Said Rodriguez, Gael Rodriguez, Fletcher Chinn, Dexter Chinn at Western Slope Championship at El Pomar Natatorium Colorado Mesa University. | COURTESY PHOTO MEEKER I Through ERBM Recreation and Park District, Meeker youth can participate in the Meeker[Read More…]
BOTTOMS UP …
The Friday farmers market returns tomorrow, July 23. White River Electric Association will host their member appreciation dinner and you can also enjoy live music while perusing a variety of booths selling all sorts of goodies, all while enjoying a beverage that supports the Meeker Arts & Cultural Council, which[Read More…]
ONE OF THESE THINGS IS NOT LIKE THE OTHER …
One of Meeker’s pretty downtown planters is growing something unusual–do you see it? We’re not sure whether the tomato plant was intentionally placed or if someone dropped a half-eaten tomato sandwich in there … but it’s fun either way!
Jammin’ Lamb Fest is back and looking for entrants
MEEKER | The Meeker Classic is accepting entries for the annual Jammin’ Lamb Fest held downtown on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021. The Jammin’ Lamb Fest has become a favorite for locals and visitors to the Meeker Classic. A culinary competition featuring chefs from around the area — chefs gather on[Read More…]
Letter: See the Coal Creek School
Dear Editor: Come out to the Coal Creek School on July 25 at 2 p.m. and join the Rio Blanco County Historical Society at their quarterly meeting and see how they have preserved our area history. The school is located at 617 County Rd. 6, about six miles east of[Read More…]