Meeker

Hoops …

Meeker’s Cole Rogers finished second in 8-9 year old division of the state competition of the Elks National “Hoop Shoot” Free Throw Contest, making 19 of 25 free throws last weekend in Salida.

Rio Blanco County Days Gone By

The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago n One of the most enjoyable social affairs of the winter was the “Pumpkin Rollers” dance, given last evening by Charley Bloomfield and his fellow dry farmer of Oakridge park. n The Gem theatre picture shows are good; Thursday, Saturday and Sunday nights.

Letter to the Editor: Amick family expresses thanks

Dear Editor: The family of Sarah Elizabeth Kathryn Delaney Amick wishes to extend their sincere appreciation and heartfelt gratitude to all of the family and friends of Elizabeth who so kindly attended the Rosary service and Mass of the Christian Burial conducted Feb. 18 at Holy Family Catholic Church.

Cook named to dean’s list at Luther

MEEKER | Kevin Kraus, Luther College vice president for academic affairs and dean of the college, has announced that Sydney Cook, Luther College junior of Meeker, Colo., was named to the 2011 fall semester dean’s list.

Kids’ health

Sadie the Safety Saurus shared winter safety tips with kids at the children’s health fair in Meeker Feb. 27-28. The health fair, which provides important screenings for child development, will be in Rangely March 5-6.