MEEKER — This week’s “home of” honorees are Mike and Kathy Sizemore of Meeker.
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Saucedo transferred
Army Staff Sgt. Daniel Saucedo, husband of Deni Back of Meeker, was seriously wounded during a mission July 27 in Iraq.
Task force dicussion slated for Aug. 27
MEEKER — The Community Planning Task Force will host a community discussion on Aug. 27 at the Fairfield Center, starting at 6:30 p.m.
Conoco to discuss its Miller Creek dam
MEEKER — A representative of Conoco-Phillips will be giving a presentation on a dam they are proposing to build on Miller Creek.
Pinedale, Wyo.
Information comes from the Web site Pinedale Online: www.pinedaleonline.com
‘Boomtowns’ set to compare notes Aug. 26-27
MEEKER — Two heads are better than one. Or, in this case, two towns are better than one. As a way to compare notes, elected officials and community leaders from Meeker and Rio Blanco County will meet later this month with their counterparts from Pinedale, Wyo., to share information and[Read More…]
Mountain lion makes late-night appearance
MEEKER — Reports of mountain lion sightings can sometimes be exaggerated. But not always. Just ask Alan Oldland. A mountain lion was caught by a game camera strolling around Oldland’s property, one mile west of Meeker on Highway 13. The photo was taken Aug. 7.
Soldier back in U.S., faces long recovery
MEEKER — Army Staff Sgt. Daniel Saucedo, the husband of Deni Back of Meeker, was able to be transferred last Friday from Germany to a military hospital in Washington, D.C., but he’s still listed in serious condition.
Nelson realizes goal early
MEEKER — Ever since he became a serious runner, Billy Nelson dreamed of competing in the Olympics. But he figured his best chance of making the U.S. Olympic team would likely be 2012.
Meeker Locals: August 7, 2008
MEEKER — As esteemed philosopher Winnie the Pooh would say, “Many happy returns,” to those celebrating birthdays this week. Happy birthday to Rosemary Hilkey, Chris Strate, Kellie Turner, Ruth Pownall, Aug. 7; Samantha Mason Mantle, Albert Krueger, Shery Jacob, Aug. 8; Michelle Harman, Joe Merriam, Aug. 10; Jessi Smith, Chris[Read More…]
Cigarette may have sparked house fire
MEEKER — Though no exact cause is known for a fatal house fire June 2, evidence suggests it could have been a burning cigarette.
Blood drive set for Aug. 13 in Meeker
MEEKER — Meeker Community Blood Drive will be at Pioneers Medical Center
