Meeker
Meeker’s Main Street Program, receives 2023 Main Street American accreditation
MEEKER | Uplift Meeker, Meeker’s Main Street Program, has been designated as an Accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of Accredited programs to recognize their exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through[Read More…]
Museum Musings – Letters from history, No. 42
White River Agency, Colorado. May 19, 1879. Sir: I have just received two Moline plows, expressly ordered for breaking sod, but they are too light for our ground and will not stand. They are excellent, however, and we need them, as the two plows I got last year were well[Read More…]
Canine complaints on the rise: What you should know
Dog owners and their neighbors should know the laws and codes regarding barking, dogs at large, and what to do when there’s a problem. MEEKER | Since the stay-at-home orders during the COVID-19 pandemic, noise complaints due to barking dogs have increased according to Meeker Animal Control Officer Laurel Haney.[Read More…]
40 years for Meeker’s Safehouse, Inc. program
Since 1984, a dedicated group of volunteers have provided help to victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse, tragic circumstances, and more through the Safehouse, Inc. nonprofit organization in Meeker. MEEKER | Mainstream awareness of domestic violence came to the forefront in the U.S. with the release of a controversial made-for-television[Read More…]
Colorado Arrow Busters compete at state indoor
MEEKER | The Colorado Arrow Busters competed on March 23, 2024, in Grand Junction at the Colorado S3DA State Indoor. Ten members from Meeker competed and all placed in the top six of their classes. The success of these archers led them to the 2024 S3DA Western Indoor National Championship[Read More…]
DOWNTOWN GLOW UP
Town and WREA begin installation of 130 LED downtown outdoor street lighting luminaires. It’s been a long time coming, but with the replacement of the downtown street light fixtures, Meeker is one step closer to being “dark sky-friendly.” (Left) The old fixtures cast an eerie green glow on night photos.[Read More…]
My turn
Dear community: In October, nearly 200 people joined together to save the Herald through an absolutely WILD $40,000 donation drive. Six months later, we have tons of new subscribers, 2,000+ newsletter readers, and tens of thousands of visitors to the website each month. People read the paper, y’all. (Sure …[Read More…]
History Lessons – Mt. Streeter, Pt. 4
I have driven Highway 13 many times and have passed Mount Streeter without knowing it is there. Today, without its buildings and mine structures, it is totally unremarkable. It is fenced off and marked with formidable private property signs for a good reason, so please don’t trespass. As I drove[Read More…]
Museum Musings – Letters from history, No. 41
White River Agency, Colorado May 12, 1879. Sir: I send herewith estimate of funds required for this second quarter, 1879. A good deal of heavy work must be done this quarter, caused by the necessity for running the saw-logs cut last winter, and as I intend[Read More…]
HopeWest Meeker: Where compassion meets healthcare
MEEKER | HopeWest Meeker is more than a healthcare provider; we’re a community dedicated to offering dignity and comprehensive support to individuals and families navigating the complexities of chronic illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, COPD, kidney failure, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and many more. Our palliative care program is designed around[Read More…]
Costanzo saddles up with Streamline Realty
MEEKER | Suzan Pelloni, owner/broker of Streamline Realty, LLC, proudly announces the expansion of her brokerage to the Roaring Fork Valley. With the addition of fourth-generation local and esteemed real estate professional, Klayton Costanzo, Streamline Realty now serves the Rio Blanco, Moffat and Garfield County markets. “I am thrilled to[Read More…]
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MHS senior Ryan Sullivan pitching for the Cowboys against Steamboat. Coming off a series of wins against Monte Vista, Steamboat and Cedaredge, the Cowboys play Grand Valley on Saturday, April 20. RHS junior Marcos Quintana pitching for the Panthers. The Panthers play the Aspen Skiers today at home following wins against Dove Creek on April 13.
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The Rangely Preschool Registration Health Fair is tomorrow, April 19th from 8:30 am to 2pm!
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This year’s batch of Mormon crickets are beginning to hatch. Above is a picture of an immature cricket compared to a dime. JANE TURNBURKE PHOTO Read more online at ht1885.com.
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Join Home.Made for their Spring Cleanout Sale for discounts, new spring styles, and preordering your Mother's Day flowers!
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On April 4, the Meeker Lions Club installed new shelving units for the New Eden Pregnancy Care Center. New Eden asked the Lion’s Club to help them come up with more storage for items within the building, and the Lion’s Club raised money to purchase shelves. OPAL MUNGER PHOTO
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Why are we all so mad? Hear from our Editor in her column this week online at ht1885.com.
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Livestock Judging teams from both sides of the county competed at The Rumble In The Rockies Livestock Judging Contest in La Plata County this past weekend. Read the full story this week online ht1885.com.
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