Judith I. Wagner Brown died peacefully at her home in Meeker, Colo., on Saturday, March 5, 2011. Judi was born on Dec. 8, 1941, in Denver, Colo., and attended school in Rock Springs, Wyo.
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I n 44 A.D. a seer warned Julius Caesar to “beware the ides of March!” Shakespeare’s play made the phrase famous. So what are “ides”? The Romans referred to the 15th day of March, May, July and October as the ides of that month. For the rest of the months,[Read More…]
106th St. Patrick’s dinner March 13
MEEKER | Holy Family Catholic Church will host the 106th annual St. Patrick’s Dinner Sunday, March 13 from 3:30-6:30 p.m. at the Fairfield Center.
Fundraiser teaches compassion
MEEKER I Barone Middle School is seizing the opportunity to reinforce a valuable life lesson. Special education teacher Amy Slimp is heading up a fundraiser to help two kids in Loveland who have cerebral palsy. The money will go towards a service dog for the twins. Slimp not only wants[Read More…]
What is the town of Meeker up to in 2011?
MEEKER I As the year 2011 began, the projects identified for this year began as well. Following are some of the larger projects being undertaken by the town this year:
Memorable conversations with Doris Layton
MEEKER I There is something calming about taking time to converse in this increasingly busy world. Doris Layton is a woman who is willing to take the time. She always has a smile on her face and something positive to say in her own easy-talking way.
Lady Cowboys lose two
MEEKER I The weekend wasn’t what the Meeker girls’ basketball team was hoping for. Last Friday, the girls traveled to Paonia to meet the defending state champions. In their previous game, Meeker surprised the Eagles with a hard-hitting full court press to lasso a six point win.
Classifieds: March 10, 2011 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].
MHS Travel Club fundraiser dinner tonight
MEEKER | MHS Travel Club Fundraiser Dinner (before Harlem Ambassador’s basketball game), MHS cafeteria, March 10, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., $12.50 adults, $10 kids 10 and under. Proceeds for European trip.
Hughes, Scherbarth compete in state finals
RBC I Logan Hughes (11) and Chris Scherbarth (9) competed in the 38th annual Elks Lodge State Hoop Shoot Championship in Salida, Colo., on Feb. 26. In the competition, participants shoot 10 free throws, then return to shoot 15 more. Ties are broken by a “shoot-off.” Both boys were sponsored[Read More…]
CNCC computer classes available
MEEKER | Need help with Microsoft Excel and/or PowerPoint? If so, register now at CNCC Meeker Center for these spring classes. PowerPoint is scheduled for March 16 and 23 and Excel will be held April 4-27.
Letter: Thank you for support, prayers
Dear Editor: What an amazing community of people in Meeker! I know what a wonderful place it is to live but after nearly 40 years here I discovered it is even better than I thought. I want to thank everyone for the physical, mental and emotional support during this “stumbling[Read More…]
