Elizabeth “Beth” Tucker, 80, of Grand Junction, passed away of natural causes before dawn on June 12. She was born to the late George and Sophie Foster on Dec. 28, 1932. in Craig, Colo.
Meeker
Home of: Dale and Jill Dunbar
MEEKER | The appeal of a small town and the availability of outdoor activities played a major role in Dale and Jill Dunbar’s decision to set up home in Meeker.
Hunter ed classes
RBC I A free hunter safety class will be taught in Meeker July 11, 12 and 13 at Kilowatt Korner. The class runs 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday July 11, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on July 12 and from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 13.
Cards needed …
The family of Bryon and Jo Linden of Meeker, who were married July 9, 1943, in Monterey, Calif., is asking for a barrage of anniversary cards for the couple, who will be celebrating their 70th anniversary with a card shower on July 9.
Superintendent to be chosen for RE-1 district
MEEKER I The Meeker School Board was expected to name the new district school superintendent Tuesday night at its regularly scheduled board meeting.
Range Call ~ Oldest continuous rodeo in state
MEEKER I Since 1938, the small town of Meeker, Colo., has celebrated our western heritage with its annual Range Call festival. In honor of keeping tradition alive, the Range Call Rodeo is a big part of the fun.
Dick Welle to retire from WREA after 38 years
RBC I On Oct. 1, Dick Welle will no longer be standing by the window of his second-story office, overlooking the domain that has filled his life for 38 years. On that date, he is stepping down as general manager of White River Electric Association (WREA).
Kids’ events add to the fun at Ranch Rodeo
MEEKER I Don’t miss the Ranch Rodeo and Calcutta, which start at 11 a.m. Sunday at the Rio Blanco Fairgrounds.
Celebrating America’s 237 years of freedom
RBC I One of the pillars of VFW’s foundation is the promotion of patriotism. Love of country is high on our agenda, for it is the very basis for military service. What prompts many young Americans to join the armed forces is a genuine desire to defend their nation. Public[Read More…]
Meeker Range Call fireworks display still happening Thursday
MEEKER I People might think they have to head to the big city for a decent fireworks display, but Meeker residents and Range Call attendees know better. Thanks to a dedicated team of volunteers and community support, Meeker’s annual Fourth of July fireworks display gets better every year.
Jumping for Jesus
MEEKER I More than 65 years old, Gene Sullivan is the oldest and longest touring motorcycle jumper in the world today. His first professional program took place in August 1970 in Colorado.
A history of the Meeker Massacre Pageant
Editor’s note: A cornerstone of each year’s Range Call celebration is the re-enactment of the Meeker Massacre. The pageant was first presented in 1938 and has undergone considerable changes over the years as can be seen from this story, published in the July 4, 1968 edition of the Meeker Herald: