The Meeker Herald 125 years ago • Hugus & Co have just received the largest invoice of shoes ever bought here. • While the late blizzard touched us gently here it was not so considerate with other portions of Colorado, as travelers arriving during the last few days say it[Read More…]
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NEWS NOTES: April 7, 2022
Sportsman’s Club meeting April 7 MEEKER |The Meeker Sportsman’s Club regular monthly meeting will be this Thursday April 7, at 7 p.m. at WREA Kilowatt Korner. Glow in the dark Easter egg hunt RANGELY |Join us in Elk’s Park to hunt for eggs in the dark. You will need to[Read More…]
From the Mind Springs interim CEO
The need for behavioral health services is growing in Colorado, now more than ever. For all of us in this industry, we know that there is a need for behavioral healthcare reform in Colorado. The system is far from perfect. Community Mental Health Centers are far from perfect. However, throwing[Read More…]
Rifle Gap, Harvey Gap open boat ramps April 1
RBC I Water enthusiasts get excited — Rifle Gap and Harvey Gap State Parks will open their boat ramps Friday, April 1. Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites everyone to come out and enjoy a variety of water-based outdoor recreation, including boating, jet skiing, sailing, water skiing and swimming. The crystal[Read More…]
GO FISH: time to renew your fishing licenses!
RBC I Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds anglers the 2022-2023 fishing season is officially upon us. The 2022-2023 fishing license is valid March 1, 2022 through March 31, 2023. Regulations and pricing for annual, daily and multi-day fishing licenses can be found in the 2022 Colorado Fishing Brochure. For individuals,[Read More…]
CAT NAPS …
Books the Cat is a welcome presence at the Meeker Public Library. | KATIE LOCKWOOD PHOTO
NEWS NOTES: MARCH 31, 2022
Fairfield grant apps due tomorrow MEEKER | The deadline for the semi-annual Freeman E. Fairfield grant applications is 5 p.m. Friday, April 1, 2022. Applications may be mailed to P.O. Box 2302, Meeker, CO 81641 or delivered to Diane Dunham, 438 E. Market St. Applications must be received, not postmarked,[Read More…]
More on area aquifers
RBC I Last week’s story on the Powell/Agency Park aquifers stemmed from a presentation by Dr. Mario Sullivan, instructor of science/oceanography at Colorado Northwestern Community College to the White River Alliance on March 15, 2022. Former RBC resident and water resource engineer Collin Robinson wrote a detailed response, clarifying and/or[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY: March 31, 2022
The Meeker Herald 125 years ago • Among the latest additions to the population of Meeker is Ed Clark from Mt. Sterling and he will be taking up work in the lumber office of Sheridan & Smith. • A large number of fine shade and fruit trees will be planted[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY: March 24, 2022
The Meeker Herald 125 years ago • John W. Lowell, Jr., had an unpleasant experience with wolves recently, at least the Craig Courier so reports. He was on his way horseback from Lily to Craig, and when about 10 miles from his destination he noticed three large gray wolves charging[Read More…]
Investigation into Mind Springs reveals ‘severe, life-threatening’ prescription errors
RBC I A pattern of “severe, life-threatening” prescription errors by the troubled mental health center responsible for treating 10 Western Slope counties put many of its patients at risk, according to the findings of an official investigation that three state agencies withheld from the public for more than nine months.[Read More…]
ERBM 2021 Annual Report available; district updates
Thanks to the entire Meeker community, program participants and visitors who made 2021 a great all-around year after the whirlwind of 2020. Please find below a brief description of many accomplishments and highlights of the ERBM Recreation and Park District team over the past year; and if you’d like more[Read More…]
