Meeker
Library patrons praise staff, programming
MEEKER | The Meeker Library Board convened last week in the community room of the Meeker Public Library for its regular meeting. All board members were present for the meeting The meeting began with the approval of the agenda. Board member John D. Moffitt proposed adding a discussion on reviewing[Read More…]
Deck the halls… and the windows, too
Meeker High School art students were out this week painting holiday scenes on windows at local businesses, including junior Ella Slaugh with her depiction of a border collie in winter on the windows at the Bank of the San Juans. BEN QUINN PHOTO
TRAFFIC FLOW FOR FOOD BANK
Beginning Thursday, Dec. 12, food bank recipients should be aware of a new traffic flow pattern for pickup at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds in Meeker. Follow the provided signs and directions. For questions, contact RBC Fairgrounds Manager Nick Smith at 970-878-9498. Food Bank of the Rockies provides assistance in[Read More…]
NEW RECORD FOR CHRISTMAS PROJECT
A big thank you to Meeker, Colorado, for your generosity and kindness. Meeker sent out 1,043 shoeboxes to Operation Christmas Child. These boxes are sending the Gospel around the world. Every shoebox gift is an opportunity for a child to hear the GOOD news of Jesus. Thank you each and[Read More…]
Meeker School Board discusses training costs and curriculum updates
MEEKER | The Meeker School Board of Education held its regular meeting last week at the Meeker School District building, with all board members present. High School Principal Amy Chinn and Elementary School Principal Michele Cheesman attended in person, while Middle School Principal Katie Johnston joined via Google Meet. The[Read More…]
History Lessons: Before email or voicemail, there was Victory Mail
RBC | Last month, we honored our veterans with a special day and this week we’ll remember the anniversary of Pearl Harbor (Saturday, Dec. 7). Every day should be one to thank them for their service. It was estimated in 2023 that there were 100,000 WWII veterans alive with a[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: Hopewest calls for community support
Help sustain palliative care and grief support MEEKER | HopeWest Meeker has been privileged to be part of the community, providing compassionate care and support to more than 200 families. Every day, we witness the remarkable power of empathy, compassion, and community as our team helps patients and their families,[Read More…]
GET YOUR SKATES OUT!
The “Skate on the Square” synthetic surface rink has been installed for the winter months over the basketball court between the courthouse and the justice center and will be part of the Meeker Meeker – Mistletoe Magic on Main festivities on Saturday, Dec. 7. The surface is suitable for ice[Read More…]
‘TIS THE SEASON
Santa’s elves, disguised as White River Electric Association employees, were out before the storm Tuesday morning putting up Christmas lights on spruce trees at the courthouse. Decorations are going up all over town in preparation for holiday festivities to come. NIKI TURNER PHOTO
Meeker trustees, staff tackle budgets, water lines and winter prep
MEEKER | The Meeker Board of Trustees held its regular monthly meeting last Tuesday night at the town hall, with all members in attendance. The meeting began with the approval of the agenda, which had no changes or additions. The board also approved the minutes from their previous meeting and[Read More…]
DOLLAR GENERAL OPENS
A new Dollar General store opened Tuesday, just east of downtown across from Valley Hardware in front of the Meeker Vet Clinic. The new store offers more shopping options for residents. NIKI TURNER PHOTO
