MEEKER | Horizons is hosting a holiday wreath making workshop Sunday, Dec. 8 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Meeker Coworking Space. Decorate your own holiday wreath with the help of Annie from Flora Bellas. Drinks and desserts provided by Wendll’s, Blanco Cellars and Ma Famiglia. Wreaths are $40[Read More…]
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MEEKER | What do you love about living in Meeker? What ideas do you have for strengthening Meeker’s economy? What types of housing are needed in Meeker now, and in the future? What recreational opportunities do you think should be pursued over the coming years? If you’ve ever wanted to[Read More…]
Changes coming to 911, dispatch services
RANGELY | The small meeting room at Rangely Town Hall was filled to capacity Tuesday with 911 emergency services professionals, police, fire, EMS, town employees, elected officials and concerned citizens to listen to Rio Blanco County Emergency Manager Ty Gates present the “State of 911 Communications.” In 2018 the Colorado[Read More…]
Reserves needed to balance 2020 Meeker budget
MEEKER | Tuesday was the final hearing for the 2020 town of Meeker budget, which will be formally adopted at the Dec. 12 meeting. The total budget for the general fund, with changes made since the October presentation, totals $3,463,166. Of that, $1,407,392 is budgeted for capital improvements including $400,000[Read More…]
Buuuuuugle …
Here are the winners from Wednesday night November 6, 2019 GRAND CHAMPION ELK BUGLING – Raegan Clatterbaugh (3rd Grade) 1st Grade – 1st place Milo Brennan 2nd place Brodee Kilduff 3rd place Daxten Koenig 2nd Grade – 1st place Davin Rust 2nd place Jaxson McPherson 3rd place Toren Gates 3rd[Read More…]
PreK playground gets a facelift
MEEKER | In the spring of 2019, Meeker Elementary was awarded two grants to improve the quality and add age-appropriate equipment to the preschool playground. The Buell Foundation invests in quality programs that can demonstrate success in helping children thrive. The Buell Grant of $55,000 was supplemented with $5,000 in-kind[Read More…]
Peachy …
The cast of James and the Giant Peach Jr. has put in hours of practice for its upcoming performances Nov. 21-23. Tickets are only available in advance at Blanco Cellars and the Little Cheese Shop and the Meeker Chamber. For details on time, date and location, please see the ad[Read More…]
Handling the Holidays grief group
MEEKER | HopeWest is hosting a free Handling the Holidays grief group on Nov. 25 at 5:30 p.m. at 290 4th St. in Meeker. For people who are grieving, every day can be filled with reminders of their loved ones. But the feelings of loneliness or other emotions may be[Read More…]
Make It With Wool winner …
Kolbi Franklin participated in the Colorado Make It With Wool contest held in Brighton, Colorado. She was first place in the senior division with her hand tailored, 100% Pendleton coat. She is eligible to compete at the national MIWW contest in January 2020, held in Scottsdale, Arizona. Kolbi also received[Read More…]
MACC presents James and the Giant Peach, Jr.
MEEKER | The Meeker Arts and Cultural Council (MACC) Center Stage Youth Theatrical Group (CSYTG) in cooperation with the ERBM Recreation and Park District, proudly presents the fall musical James and the Giant Peach, Jr. on Thursday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 22 at 1 p.m. (free matinee[Read More…]
Magical nights …
Hogwart’s night at the 4-H Extension Building isn’t just about magic and muggles and costumes and fun, it’s also about science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The annual event is a fundraiser for the county’s 4-H clubs. Courtesy Photos
New math teacher at MHS
MEEKER | The Meeker School District would like to welcome Clea Steerman to the staff. Clea Steerman transferred to the area in early July from Lamar, Colorado, where she taught high school and junior math and science at McClave School. She is married to Don Steerman, a Meeker High School[Read More…]
