EDITOR’S NOTE: This fall will mark the 140th anniversary of the official founding of the Town of Meeker (and this newspaper). In light of that upcoming event, we’ll be sharing town history and stories about the town’s founders in the coming weeks. The Meeker Townsite Company was formed by a[Read More…]
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MUSEUM MUSINGS: Letters from history No. 84
White River Agency, Colorado August 25, 1879 Sir: In regard to circular No. 31, July 12 1878, I have to say that I was awaiting your decision as to whether any agency buildings would be erected this year. The warehouse as proposed would have furnished storage for roots, and for[Read More…]
Meeker school board highlights student, staff achievements and reviews budget
MEEKER | The Meeker School Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting last week for the month of May. Board President Bill DeVergie, Vice President Tom Allen, and board members Ann Franklin, Joe Nieslanik, Heather Sauls, and Tony Theos were in attendance that evening. Board Secretary Hanna Borchard and[Read More…]
Teacher recognition
At the school board meeting on Monday, the Meeker School District honored Nancy Richardson for 15-plus years of service to our school district as a volunteer, paraprofessional, substitute teacher, and (most recently) classroom teacher. She is relocating to Texas at the conclusion of this school year. We also honored Kathy[Read More…]
MHS CLASS OF 2029
This year’s incoming class of high school freshman have graduated from eighth grade at Barone Middle School and taken orientation at the high school.
Meeker’s 13U baseball team secures top seed, championship berth
MEEKER | What does it take to build a successful youth baseball team in Meeker? The 13U Meeker Blue squad is showing that hard work, teamwork and strong community support go a long way. The team has delivered an exciting season, and last Saturday’s game was no exception. As Meeker[Read More…]
Meeker youth archery competitors prep for outdoor nationals in July
MEEKER | Several local youth archers recently traveled to the Cameo Shooting and Education Complex to compete in the Colorado State S3DA Outdoor Target and 3D Archery Tournaments. About 70 participants from across the state competed for the title of state champion. The target tournament was held on the first[Read More…]
CAPS IN THE AIR!
Graduates tossed their caps at the close of the graduation ceremonies in Meeker last weekend. The program for the Class of 2025 is included in this week’s paper. NIKI TURNER PHOTO
Building something new: Coach Romansky reflects on first season with Cowboys
MEEKER | The Meeker High School baseball team wrapped up its 2025 season last week with two road losses, falling 11-5 to Basalt and 13-1 to Steamboat Springs on back-to-back days. Despite the tough end to the season, first-year head coach James Romansky said the team battled through a demanding[Read More…]
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Meeker High School sophomore Brooklynn Kirkpatrick received the 2025 People’s Choice Award at this year’s MHS Art Show for her grand champion clay dragon, which also earned a first-place ribbon. Kirkpatrick collected $186.20 in donations, while the MHS Art Department received a $200 contribution from the Streamline Gives Program. JARED HENDERSON[Read More…]
HISTORY LESSONS: Meeker History Primer
EDITOR’S NOTE: This fall will mark the 140th anniversary of the official founding of the Town of Meeker (and this newspaper). In light of that upcoming event, we’ll be sharing town history and stories about the town’s founders in the coming weeks. When someone on the Front Range asks, “Where’s[Read More…]
MUSEUM MUSINGS: Letters from history No. 83
White River Agency, Colo. August 11, 1879 Sir: In a letter of this date (A) are several things connected with the subject of this letter. I have a strong belief that a raid is to be made on our herd through the connivance of the Indians, and what I want[Read More…]
