I was shocked and embarrassed when I read last week’s paper informing the town and anyone who happened to pick up our local paper of Paul Martin’s job status and his family situation. This young family has been though more in the last six months than most of us would[Read More…]
Meeker
Loose Ends: The search continues
For years, the search for buried treasure has been taking place right before our eyes. One never knew when you’d happen upon someone wielding a metal detector, combing over an abandoned or empty lot. This area was never known for precious metals, although a few residents moved here after living[Read More…]
’Shrooms of doom …
While hiking to upper Marvine on Aug. 10, Shawn Luce stopped to photograph these mushrooms on the side of the trail. Brushing aside greenery to get a clearer view, her right hand touched the top and underneath of one of the mushrooms.
Letter: WREA listened to concerns of members
Awhile back, we wrote a concerned letter to the editor about the possibility of an electrical substation being located directly across from the entrance to Sage Hills. After meeting with WREA management and discussing the matter, we were still a little uneasy about whether or not our concerns were being[Read More…]
Getting all their ducks in a row!
DUCKS WILL REPLACE SHEEP IN DOG TRAINING DEMONSTRATION Ellen Nieslanik’s dog, Pete, kept a close eye on a “herd” of ducks Aug. 12. The ducks arrived in the mail around the Fourth of July and will be used in a dog handling demonstration by Chris Jobe during the Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship[Read More…]
Red Cross CPR class in Meeker this weekend
MEEKER I There will be a Red Cross first-aid/CPR class Friday from 6 to 10 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. The class is targeted to the lay responder with no previous training in emergency response.
Chambers name members of the week
RBC I This week’s Meeker Chamber Member of the Week is Sam Stranathan. To read the story, go to www.meekerchamber.com. This week’s Rangely Chamber Member of the Week is Kum & Go. For more information, go to www.rangelychamber.com.
Meeker Locals
“School days, school days, dear old golden rule days …” Back to school season is upon us, so please watch out for students walking, bicycling and yes, driving, to and from school. And don’t forget to pay attention to our school buses, as well.
Classifieds: August 19, 2010 edition
ANNOUNCEMENTS ATV, Boat and Snowmobile Owners! You can now renew your Colorado OHV registrations on line at: www.parks.state.co.us The Rio Blanco Herald Times accepts all major credit cards. You can fax your classified ad or subscription to (970)878-4016 or e-mail to: [email protected] Park, Meeker.
Master plan meeting tonight
RBC I There’s still more work to do on the county’s master plan. Actually, it’s more fine tuning at this stage. A public meeting will be held at 6 tonight at the county administration building to review a draft version of the master plan, which serves as a blueprint for[Read More…]
‘Annie’ auditions Tuesday at Meeker Rec
MEEKER I Auditions for “Annie Junior” will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Meeker Recreation Center for first- through ninth-graders. Volunteers are needed to help backstage with hair and makeup, etc.
Ernie Garcia honored by American Legion
MEEKER I Ernie Garcia, a decorated veteran of World War II, was awarded a continuous member certificate for being a member of the American Legion for 60 years.