ARRESTS 11/19/2025- A 40 year-old male was arrested by Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office on a warrant. He was taken to jail and released shortly after on a PR bond. 11/19/2025- A 29 year-old female was arrested by Meeker PD for driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.[Read More…]
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR – November 27th, 2025
MHS Drama presents ‘Murder in the Knife Room’ Dec. 3-5 MEEKER | MHS Drama presents a murder mystery comedy in one-act, appropriate for all ages, on Wednesday, Dec. 3, Thursday, Dec. 4, and Friday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. at the Meeker High School auditorium. Tickets are $5 at the[Read More…]
SBA offers relief to small businesses and private nonprofits affected by fires, flooding
PRESS RELEASE RBC | The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced low interest federal disaster loans are now available to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Colorado who sustained economic losses caused by the Lee and Elk Fires, mudslides and debris flows occurring Aug. 2-29. The SBA issued[Read More…]
White River National Forest Christmas tree permits available now
Permits available online and at local offices and vendors RBC | Christmas tree permits for the White River National Forest are available to purchase online through Recreation.gov and in-person at local vendors and Ranger District Offices. Details about designated cutting areas, dates, and types of trees that may be cut[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – November 27th, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Rev. William John and family this week moved into the Oldland house, which was recently fitted up in elegant shape. Yesterday Boyd Walbridge began moving his household effects from the Flemming house, where he has lived over a decade, to the Riley place corner[Read More…]
RBC Dispatch: Team of the Year
Rio Blanco County dispatchers were awarded the Team of the Year and Dispatch Center of the Year award by the Colorado Chapter of NENA/APCO. “We are incredibly honored to share that Rio Blanco County Dispatch was awarded Team of the Year and Dispatch Center of the Year. With nearly 20[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: Nov. 9-15, 2025
ARRESTS There were no arrests this week. CALL SUMMARIES 11/13/2025 8:05 am. A caller reported a deer in distress after getting stuck in a fence on Highway 139. Upon arrival, the deputy observed a buck “assisting” the doe in his own enthusiastic way, ultimately helping her free herself. Both animals[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – November 20th, 2025
Holiday Land Carnival Nov. 21 meeker | Get your holiday spirit on with the 4-H Cloverbuds at the Holiday Land Carnival Friday, Nov. 21 at the RBC Fairgrounds from 4-8 p.m. at the 4-H Building. Food, games, photo booths and a dance floor. Fun for all ages! Pink Friday is[Read More…]
BOCC meeting draws full room, split opinions on library administration
MEEKER | The Rio Blanco Board of County Commissioners held its regular monthly meeting last week in Meeker, opening to a full room of community members. Before beginning the agenda, Commissioner Doug Overton paused to recognize and thank veterans in attendance and throughout the community. “Whether you served in[Read More…]
Roberts announces candidacy for reelection to State Senate seat
PRESS RELEASE RBC | State Senator Dylan Roberts was elected in 2022 to represent Senate District 8 which includes all or part of Clear Creek, Eagle, Garfield, Gilpin, Grand, Jackson, Moffat, Rio Blanco, Routt, and Summit Counties. He has declared his campaign for re-election, reaffirming his commitment to making[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – November 20th, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago The proper move now is to drop political animosities and pull together for the expansion of the interests of the great empire of Northwestern Colorado. The official figures of the population of Colorado were given out this week. The state is given at 539,700,[Read More…]
Travis Mobley announces candidacy for Rio Blanco County Sheriff in 2026
PRESS RELEASE RBC | Travis Mobley is officially announcing his candidacy for Rio Blanco County Sheriff in the 2026 election, bringing with him nearly three decades of dedicated service, deep community roots, and a commitment to faith, family, and the people of Rio Blanco County. Travis grew up in Meeker,[Read More…]
