Meeker

Museum seeks stories for book

MEEKER — The White River Museum is encouraging people to write the stories about their family members who lived through the 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s in Meeker for the next “This Is What I Remember” book. For those who are unsure where to begin, there is a CNCC class[Read More…]

Seen & Herd

Handlers, dogs and spectators enjoy great weather and better competition MEEKER — This was Bill Orr’s first time to compete at the Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials, and he didn’t fare too well.

Meeker Locals: September 4, 2008

\MEEKER — Today is “National Newspaper Carrier’s Day.” On this date in 1833, Barney Flaherty became the first newsboy. Sept. 4 is also the anniversary of the introduction of the Edsel. Anybody remember the Edsel from way back in 1957?

Weather helps stop Jordan Fire

MEEKER — Rain, clouds, lower temperatures and higher humidity over the Jordan Fire has effectively stopped fire spread as of Aug. 31. The fire is located seven miles northwest of Meeker in the Windy Gulch Wilderness Study Area.

Meeker resident remains in ICU

\MEEKER — Meeker resident Tom Titus sustained serious injuries from a motorcycle accident Saturday, Aug. 23. Titus was flown to Denver where he remains in the Intensive Care Unit.

CNCC computer classes available

MEEKER — There is still time to register for CNCC fall computer and QuickBooks classes. Beginning QuickBooks workshops will be offered on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 13 and 20 with a more advanced version offered on Oct. 11 and 18.