Friday, February 19 RBSO-1:50 a.m.-Abandoned vehicle at 3000 County Rd. 65, Rangely RBSO-9:13 a.m.-VIN inspection at 3500 County Rd. 102, Rangely MPD-9:36 a.m.-Suspicious incident at 986 Karen Court, Meeker
Meeker
Loose Ends: On a four-day week
The school district is facing massive budget cuts and once again a four-day school week is under consideration. As an elementary school teacher during those years, I had mixed feelings about it. I was a traditionalist and believed in the educational philosophy that an increased amount of time in the[Read More…]
Meeker board declares financial emergency
MEEKER I In meetings Feb. 2 and 16, the Meeker School Board discussed, among other items, the declaration of financial exigency and the possibility of a staff reduction, student expulsions, MAPS testing results, policy changes in interscholastic athletics and changes in personnel.
Letter: Here’s one vote against four-day week
The dumbing of America seems to be gaining continuing inertia with Meeker wanting to willingly become a contributor and commit our future generals of School District RE-1 graduates entry to a global world equipped with provincial tools.
Letter: Substation concerns Meeker neighbors
It has only recently been brought to the attention of some of us who live in Sage Hills that White River Electric has plans to begin construction of a power substation on Sulphur Creek Road directly across from the entrance into the subdivision.
‘Too much snow’ cancels editor’s first snowmobile ride
A snowstorm, of all things, canceled the White River Snowmobile Club’s annual ride. Poor visibility and road conditions were contributing factors in the decision to scrub the snowmobile ride Feb. 21, not to mention lots of fresh snow. “There was just so much snow, it would’ve been overwhelming for your[Read More…]
School district receives mystery e-mail
MEEKER I School district personnel received a rambling e-mail message last week from an unknown sender who it is speculated may be a disgruntled employee or former employee.
New Arrival: Madelyn Rose Bloch
MEEKER | Annabelle Jean Bloch would like to announce the arrival of her little sister, Madelyn Rose Bloch. She was born Jan. 26 at 12:01 a.m. in Corona, Calif. She weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces and was 19 inches long.
Barone wrestlers third in tourney
MEEKER I Wrestlers from Barone Middle School won all four dual meets wrestled in Craig last Saturday but finished third in the tournament. The Cowboys defeated West Grand (60-42), North Park (51-10), Craig (42-40) and Steamboat Springs (48-42) but the margins of victory were not enough to wrestle for the[Read More…]
Lady Cowboys to Denver this week
MEEKER I The Lady Cowboys finished fourth in the District 5 basketball tournament last weekend in Rangely and will now compete in the state-qualifying Region 7 tournament this weekend at Standley Lake High School in Denver.
Hayden upsets Meeker boys in district final
MEEKER I The Hayden Tigers took advantage of timely shooting and converted 14 of 21 free throws in the final period to knock the Meeker Cowboys from the ranks of the undefeated with a 65-58 upset victory in the championship game of the District 5 tournament Saturday in Rangely.
Coles are chamber members of the week
MEEKER I The Meeker Chamber of Commerce Members of the Week are senior supporters David and Martha Cole. To read their story, go to www.meekerchamber.com.