Meeker

Request to reopen Park Street alley access refused

MEEKER — At the request of some citizens, the board of trustees opened a public discussion concerning the closure of the alley exit on Park Avenue between Sixth and Seventh streets behind the Post Office.

Meeker Ghostriders go upriver

MEEKER — Instead of proceeding with our usual horseback riding meeting, the 4-H Ghostriders club visited the Marvine Ranch last Sunday afternoon. From heated arenas to the amazing “mare motel,” the Marvine does it all.

News Briefs: May 15, 2008

Bear Dance to be held May 16-19 FT. DUCHESNE — The Bear Dance will be held at Ft. Duchesne May 16-19. Everyone is welcome! You can read about Bear Dance at www.smokingriverpowwow.com. Click on the May update link. Rangely fishing derby set for June 7 RANGELY — The Rio Blanco[Read More…]

Smith wins private turkey shoot at Seven Lakes

MEEKER — The Colorado Division of Wildlife and a Meeker-area ranch recently hosted a very special youth only turkey hunt. The once-in-a-lifetime private land hunt, held in mid-April at the Seven Lakes Ranch east of Meeker, was coordinated by local DOW personnel and volunteers from the ranch.

Students earn honors at local art show

MEEKER — The Meeker High School art department held its annual Spring Art Show last week at Mountain Valley Bank. Local professional artist John Kobald judged the show. Kobald picked one piece from each grade level for a “best of show” award.

Range Call events celebrated July 3-6

MEEKER — The annual Range Call event has a full slate of activities July 3-8, including a concert by the legendary Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. The Fourth of July starts with the Run for your Life 5K walk/run race at 6:30 a.m., and the annual pancake breakfast runs from 7-9[Read More…]