RBC | Polls have closed on the 2026 primary election and the first unofficial vote tally has been reported by the Rio Blanco County Clerk and Recorder’s Office. In the two contested local elections, as of 7:45 p.m., with 1,985 ballots case, unofficial results are as follows: The HT will[Read More…]
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RIO HAPPENINGS: JUNE 14-20, 2026
ARRESTS 6/18/2026- A 38 year old male was arrested by Meeker PD for a Protection Order Violation and Harassment. He was transported to jail and released on a PR bond. CALL SUMMARIES 6/14/2026 @ 2:03 pm. A campfire was left unattended in the Miller Creek area prompted a response from[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – June 25th, 2026
Kids in Business Day June 26 MEEKER | Mountain Valley Bank is looking for budding entrepreneurs to participate in the 5th annual Kids in Business Day, which will take place on June 26, 2026. Kid business owners can submit their vendor application and learn more details in person at Mountain[Read More…]
RBC seeks public input on updated Hazard Mitigation Plan
PRESS RELEASE RBC | Rio Blanco County residents have an opportunity to review and comment on a draft update to the county’s Hazard Mitigation Plan, a document designed to help communities prepare for and reduce the impacts of future disasters. The county’s current plan was approved in 2020 and is[Read More…]
Commissioners weigh challenges from Fairfield Apartments to County Road 17 bridge
RBC | Rio Blanco County commissioners spent much of last week’s work session discussing the future of the Fairfield Apartments, a proposed flexible work policy for child welfare employees, landfill operations and the deteriorating County Road 17 bridge. Commission Chair Callie Scritchfield and Commissioner Doug Overton attended in person, while[Read More…]
White River National Forest moves to Stage 2 fire restrictions Friday
Press Release RBC | All lands managed by the White River National Forest will be under Stage 2 fire restrictions beginning Friday, June 26. Under stage 2 fire restrictions, no campfires or charcoal are allowed anywhere on the White River National Forest, including in developed campgrounds and picnic areas. Continued[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – June 25th, 2026
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago The Durham town mansion is assuming shape under the supervision of Builder Malone and a large force of workmen. When completed it will be the finest home in Meeker. Our old friend Harry French is the architect. Willie Wear’s horse tried to turn a[Read More…]
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions start Friday, June 19
RBC | Rio Blanco County’s unincorporated and private lands, the entire White River National Forest, and all areas within the BLM White River Field Office boundaries are entering into Stage 1 Fire Restrictions starting Friday, June 19, 2026, at 12:01 a.m. Rio Blanco County’s Stage 1 Fire Restrictions include: PROHIBITIONS:[Read More…]
BOCC examines solar opportunities, hears CDOT plans
RBC | Last week the Rio Blanco County Board of County Commissioners met June 9 in Meeker, holding a morning work session followed by its regular meeting. All three commissioners were present. During the work session, commissioners heard a presentation from Byron Kominek, owner of Jack’s Solar Garden and executive[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: JUNE 6-13, 2026
ARRESTS 6/10/2026- Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 42 year-old male on Menacing, Criminal Attempt to Commit Class Five or Six Felony, Drove Vehicle While Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs or Both and Reckless Endangerment. He was taken to jail and released on bond. CALL SUMMARIES[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – June 18th, 2026
Scenic Byway reception June 18 MEEKER | Flat Tops Trail Scenic Byway reception June 18 — The Flat Tops Trail Scenic Byway Committee will host a community reception Thursday, June 18, at 5:30 p.m. at the White River Museum in Meeker. The event will celebrate the Smithsonian exhibit and offer[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: May 31-JUNE 6, 2026
ARRESTS 6/1/2026- Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 55 year-old male for Drove Vehicle with Blood Alcohol Content of 0.08 or more, Drank From/Possessed an Open Alcoholic Beverage Container in a Motor Vehicle, Drove Vehicle Other Than Vehicle Equipped with Approved Ignition Interlock Device. He was issued a summons[Read More…]