MEEKER I The Meeker FFA chapter hosted the second annual “Mr. Meeker FFA Male Beauty Pageant” last Saturday at the Meeker School District Administration Building. Chapter President Caleb Dodds was chosen as this year’s “Mr. Meeker FFA” while chapter reporter Collin Cochran was chosen as “Mr. Congeniality.”
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Obituary: Bobby E. Pilkington Dec. 27, 1937~Nov. 3, 2010
Bobby E. Pilkington Dec. 27, 1937~Nov. 3, 2010 Bobby (Bob) E. Pilkington passed away on Nov. 3, 2010, after a long, hard battle with lung disease. He was 72. Bob was born in Scottsbluff, Neb., on Dec. 27, 1937. He was the seventh of the eventual nine children of Jess[Read More…]
Obituary: Herbert J. Budge Nov. 20, 1947~Oct. 20, 2010
Herbert J. Budge Nov. 20, 1947~Oct. 20, 2010 Herbert J. Budge was born in Rifle on Nov. 20, 1947, to Claude J. and Ermina (Maybury) Burner and was later adopted by Norma and Harry Budge. Herb, 62, of Denver passed away Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010. He will sadly be missed[Read More…]
So long Rio Blanco County … the pleasure’s been all mine
Every week for the past two and a half years, I have written a column for the newspaper. This will be my last one. As a story on the front page of today’s Herald Times announced, Bobby Gutierrez will return as editor of the paper. I am leaving to take[Read More…]
Letter: Meeker Elementary thanks volunteers
Meeker Elementary School would like to thank the many volunteers who have come to our school to teach us about healthy habits and safety. Your time and efforts are greatly appreciated.
RBC Warranty Deeds
SEPTEMBER 2010 TRANSACTIONS Seller: Jim and Joyce McPhail Buyer: Horst Rick and Sandra J. Rick AB Living Trust Description: Subdivision: Curtis Creek Industrial Park Re-Subdiv 269778 Lot: 1B 385 Curtis Creek Drive North Transaction Price: $385,000
What is patriotism?
Patriotism comes in many different actions, feelings and opinions. When we are in elementary school we stand up for the pledge because it’s what our classmates are doing. We take our hats off in buildings because the teachers tell us to, but what is the true meaning of patriotism?
Meeker Locals
We’re readying ourselves for the annual festival of abundance: Thanksgiving. And while we plan our menus around turkey and stuffing and corn and green bean casserole, a truly authentic Thanksgiving feast wouldn’t have had most of those items. Instead, they ate such delicacies as roasted eel. Try putting that out[Read More…]
Obituary: Josephine Katherine Clapper Feb. 10, 1922~Nov. 5, 2010
Josephine Katherine Clapper Feb. 10, 1922~Nov. 5, 2010 Josephine (Josie) Katherine Davis was born Feb. 10, 1922, to Gene and Helen Davis in Meeker. She left us on Nov. 5, 2010. Josie attended elementary school at the old Rock School on Strawberry Creek and high school in Meeker. She married[Read More…]
Patriotism still matters
To some people, patriotism is a big deal. To some, it means nothing. Many people are asking, does patriotism still matter? Nowadays people don’t even know the true definition of patriotism. This country was built by patriots like John Hancock, Sam and John Adams and Betsy Ross.
Rio Blanco County Days Gone By
The Meeker Herald — 125 years ago • The Meeker school opened Nov. 2 with an attendance of 30. The expected books have not yet arrived. • The bar attached to the Pioneer Hotel is a model of neatness and beauty. Jesse Black will preside behind the mahogany.
National Weather Service lists winter tips
Winter is just around the corner. When a warning is issued, will you know what it means and will you know how to respond? During this Colorado Winter Weather Prepared-ness Week, review the list of winter weather products, as well as warning and advisory criteria.
Come say hi!
There will be three cannon test shots fired downtown on Friday, May 3 as a test run for the 4th of July. For more information on the cannon itself, visit https://www.theheraldtimes.com/the-sound-of-history-come-to-life/meeker/
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As the saying goes, "Small towns are the natural habitat of the drama llama."
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Feel like you're always "putting out fires" instead of doing the important things? https://www.theheraldtimes.com/editors-column-differentiating-the-urgent-from-the-important/opinion/
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A Celebration of Life will be held by the family "when the weather warms up and the work is all done this spring," according to Kay's wishes.
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Three finalists for county administrator were interviewed by the commissioners last Tuesday. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/commissioners-interview-administrator-candidates/rio-blanco-county/
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The RBC Livestock Judging team competed in Sterling. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/rbc-livestock-judging-team-earns-multiple-awards-in-sterling/rio-blanco-county/
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MHS Drama presented "Emma: A Pop Musical" for its spring performance in April, to rave reviews. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/another-stellar-performance-by-mhs-drama-program/meeker/
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