MEEKER I The Cowboys ended their regular season with a record of 10-9. They were 9-3 in the league, and took second place even before the 55-47 win against Hayden at home last Friday.
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First annual skijoring event brings thrills to ‘humdrum’ season
RBC I Hoofbeats, hollers and the swish of skis. They’re not sounds typically associated with each other, unless, of course, you know what skijoring is. A relatively new sport to the U.S., skijoring pairs a skier with a horse and rider. They fly down an obstacle course that includes sharp[Read More…]
A FAMILY AFFAIR …
Nick Gianinetti placed in the top 10 in the semi-pro division at the last RMSHA race near Bear Lake, Idaho. His wife Andrea placed 12th in the amateur division, gaining some valuable experience. Their family is headed to Afton, Wyoming this weekend for the next chance to earn points in[Read More…]
Letter to the Editor: Thanks to Family Dollar
Dear Editor: The Walbridge Wing, residents and staff would like to thank Family Dollar, Kim and the community members that donated all of the balloons and roses for our residents. The residents were amazed. Thank you for the kindness. The Staff of Walbridge Wing Meeker
Letter to the Editor: Thanks to ERBM for tourney
Dear Editor: The Meeker VFW Post 5843, American Legion Post 0074 and the VFW Auxiliary would like to thank the ERBM Recreation and Park District and all the individuals who participated in the 2020 Cribbage Tournament recently held at the Meeker Veterans Community Center. Your generosity is much appreciated, as[Read More…]
Skijor Meeker: Day 2 recap
MEEKER | Saturday’s sunshine did not carry over to Sunday’s event, but frosty flakes didn’t dim enthusiasm in the slightest at Skijor Meeker. Riders and racers of all ages took to the course at the RBC Fairgrounds for the final competition. We’ll post results when they are published. Skijor Meeker[Read More…]
OBITUARY: Mary Dawn Carstens
Mary Dawn “Dawn” Carstens passed away in St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado, on Feb. 2, 2020, after suffering a head injury caused by a fall. She was surrounded by family at the time of her death.
Thrills, spills and chills at day one of Skijor Meeker
MEEKER | The first annual Skijor Meeker competition is officially underway, with day one in the books and day two set to begin tomorrow, Feb. 23, at 10 a.m. at the RBC Fairgrounds. Entry is $5 cash per person (12 and under free). Professional circuit riders and skiers as well[Read More…]
$20K in funds coming to Meeker
MEEKER I The Meeker Human Resource Council, in collaboration with Moffat County United Way, is teaming up to provide up to $20,000 in funding to Meeker 501(c)3 nonprofit and governmental organizations. The $20,000 will be split among awarded applicants, and the final dollar amount awarded to each organization will be[Read More…]
Town adopts county’s hazard mitigation plan
MEEKER I Rio Blanco County Emergency Manager Ty Gates spoke to Meeker’s Board of Trustees about the adoption of the county’s multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan, something he has been working on since 2017. Having a current hazard mitigation plan in place is necessary in the event the town needed to[Read More…]
Ribbon cutting …
Blanco Cellars and the Little Cheese Shop has relocated to 317 E. Market St. in Meeker. The Meeker Chamber of Commerce held an impromptu ribbon-cutting during the monthly tasting event last Thursday with owner Vanessa Trout. Blanco’s business hours are Tuesday through Friday from 12:30-6 p.m.
Cowboys nab second place in league
MEEKER I After a slow start to the season, the Cowboys sealed second place in the league last weekend after their win at Hotchkiss. “We played some big games this weekend,” commented head coach Klark Kindler. “We played well every game, just ran out of gas at Little Snake after[Read More…]
