Meeker’s 10-12 girls’ fast pitch softball team is currently 10-0, including two wins against Eagle Tuesday night.
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Meeker HPP members recognized
MEEKER I After announcing they are retiring from their positions this year, two long-serving members of the White River Habitat Partnership Program were recognized for their volunteer service and dedication to the program at a brief ceremony in Meeker last week. Nineteen-year member Greg Glasgow, 62, of Meeker, and 10-year[Read More…]
“Lighting the Future to Preserve our Past”
MEEKER I Visitors to the White River Museum will notice the temporary relocation of the main entrance to the east side of the museum while the first phase of the new lighting renovation project commences. The museum remains open and welcomes visitors.
Lucky girl …
Kathy Kracht was walking her dog with her 6-year-old niece Natalie, the daughter of Mike and Annie Kracht, when Natalie found a four-leaf clover. Natalie told her aunt, “I knew I would find one someday.” courtesy photo
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
The sun was shining on the tent and the band “Beloved Invaders” last Friday for the first concert of the ERBM Recreation and Park District “Summer Entertainment Series,” held on the courthouse lawn. More than 300 people enjoyed the music, sunshine and founder’s rock.
Claus for a good cause
MEEKER I Gerald and Twila Morris sacrificed their time and energy for the “Claus” once again last Saturday in Denver, sweltering in the heat as Santa and Mrs. Claus. They were asked to participate by a member of the organization in charge of acquiring the Capitol Christmas Tree this year.[Read More…]
Chamber to produce commercial
MEEKER I Meeker Chamber of Commerce executive director Katelin Cook announced that the Meeker Chamber of Commerce has contracted with CV&A Films to produce a television commercial about the national tourism potential for the White River valley and Meeker area.
Visitin’ the firehouse …
The Meeker Fire and Rescue District allowed close to 20 members of the newly formed “Meeker Summer Play Group” to tour the local firehouse last week.
Cross-country cycling tours make stops in RBC
RBC I Rio Blanco County became a stopping point last week for the Road to Discovery ride and the Sea to Shining Sea tour, two cross-country cycling events. While the causes were different and the participants were headed for opposite coasts, both rides symbolized hope — whether for a cure,[Read More…]
Chamber briefs
MEEKER I The Meeker Chamber of Commerce will be busy in the next few weeks with lots of activities, including The Smokin’ BBQ Showdown Thursday, July 5 on the courthouse lawn; the Main Street Madness Basketball Tournament July 7 Meeker in which 3-on-3 basketball enthusiasts on the old elementary school[Read More…]
Collins’: partners in host of areas
MEEKER I Dual commitments to ranching and public service are a way of life for Meeker’s Joe Collins.
News Briefs: June 21, 2012
Development 101, stakeholder meeting MEEKER | A representative from the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and International Trade will be in Meeker on Monday, June 25 at Kilowatt Korner (233 Sixth St.) to assist the community in furthering our economic development planning.
