A hunter from Highlands Ranch, Colo., pleaded guilty April 1 to a felony and several misdemeanors in a case that highlights a growing concern for Colorado wildlife managers — hunters who fail to correctly identify big game animals.
Meeker
“Grease — The Musical” receives standing ovation
Last Friday and Saturday the Meeker High School Drama Club presented “Grease — The Musical” to packed houses at the MHS auditorium.
Letter to the Editor: What a good idea
Dear Editor: What a good idea! Wouldn’t it be great to turn on the TV and hear any U.S. president, Democrat or Republican, give the following speech?
Obituary: Paula King, May 25, 1921 ~ April 22, 2011
Paula joined her maker on April 22, 2011, at the age of 89. She was born in Waynesburg, Penn., to Henry and Bertha King. She lost her father at an early age and was raised by her mother and stepfather Harry Zimmerman.
4-H Brief
At this month’s 4-H swine meeting, April 17, veterinarian Stacy Hudelson talked to us about vaccinations for our animals.
Students from MHS attend FCCLA conference
Twenty-two delegates from Meeker High School were present among the 1,000 members, advisers, alumni and guests of Colorado Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) gathered at the Denver Tech Marriott from April 7-9 for the 2011 State Leadership Conference.
Loose Ends: Treasures hidden in view
The continued popularity of television’s “Antiques Roadshow” demonstrates how many people squirrel their family treasures away.
Meeker Locals
Why do we all complain about the weather? Maybe it’s because there’s nothing else to complain about around here! Fortunately, winter (and Colorado springtime) are a lot like childbirth: quickly forgotten when the pain finally ends.
Chintala will give 2011 address
Longtime Barone Middle School teacher Greg Chintala will give the commencement address for the 2011 graduation ceremonies May 28.
After Hours tonight in Meeker
The Meeker Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to an “after hours” at Gofer Foods convenience store, home of Champs Chicken, today starting at 5 p.m.
Free fluorescent bulbs offered
Due to the change to energy-efficient lighting in Meeker Town Hall there are about 150 of the 48-inch T 12 fluorescent bulbs taken out.
Letter to the Editor: Water district opinion
Dear Editor: In response to Shawn Welder’s impassioned letter asking for support of the Yellow Jacket Water Conservancy District, some general background for the letter concerning the water rights position issue the district finds itself in and the feasibility study that the district has received grant money for, is needed.

