The Meeker Herald 125 years ago – Just as the fight was about to commence on Monday Dr. Bruner (who was to act as surgeon) was called to Powell Park on a professional visit. Mr. and Mrs. Grant Purcell furnished the subject in the shape of a daughter. – An[Read More…]
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Water Law in a Nutshell July 20
RANGELY | The White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts are hosting a seminar on all aspects of the law related to water rights and ditch rights as applied in Colorado with former attorney Aaron Clay at the Rangely Fire Protection District Training Center (2121 E. Main) on Saturday, July[Read More…]
Hwy. 13 Project Update
RBC | Travelers can expect single-lane, alternating travel from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and a 12-foot width restriction, from 6 a.m to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday north of County Road 5 on Hwy. 13 as shoulder work, embankment work and fencing continues.
BLM HQ headed to Grand Junction
RBC | U.S. Senator Cory Gardner may have stolen the spotlight Monday, taking credit for the Bureau of Land Management’s anticipated move from Washington, D.C., to Grand Junction, Colorado, but Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior Joe Balash made it official Tuesday during a conference call with[Read More…]
Blaze reported hours after issuance of critical fire danger warning
The most recent update from Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office: MEEKER | A wildfire near Greasewood Gulch approximately 24 miles west of Meeker was reported just hours after the National Weather Service issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for critical fire conditions. Despite a very snowy winter and wet spring,[Read More…]
Splash-in, CNCC open house July 20
RANGELY | Please plan to attend the 2019 Kenney Reservoir Seaplane Splash-in and Colorado Northwestern Community College Aviation Technology Flight Program open house in Rangely, Colorado, on Saturday July 20, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Colorado Northwestern Community College, Rio Blanco County, the Town of Rangely, Rangely Chamber of[Read More…]
Be on the look out for Social Security scam callers
RBC | Local residents have reported calls from “local” numbers stating their Social Security numbers, and benefits, are at risk. These calls are scams. Here’s what to know: Your Social Security number is not about to be suspended. You don’t have to verify your number to anyone who calls out[Read More…]
Meeker Moving Forward Pop-Up
MEEKER | Join us for the first Meeker Moving Forward Pop-Up Event! WHAT: Meeker Farmers Market Pop-Up Event WHEN: Friday, July 19, 2019 | 4:00-7:00 pm WHERE: Downtown Meeker – on Main Street between 5th and 6th Street WHY: Share your thoughts on Meeker’s future with us at the Meeker Farmers Market Pop-Up Event.[Read More…]
Meeker OHV Rally/Rodeo July 18-20
MEEKER | Bring your friends, and family to the Wagon Wheel OHV Rendezvous this weekend, with an OHV expo, guided trail rides, prize drawings. OHV Poker Run, OHB rodeo, live music, food and fun. For the complete schedule, visit https://www.wagonwheeltrails.org/home/rendezvous-event/meeker-event–wagon-wheel-ohv-rendezvous
Community Calendar: July 18, 2019
– Meeker Summer Rodeo Series Thursdays at 7 p.m. at RBC Fairgrounds. July 18, 25; Aug. 1, 8 and 15. $5 at gate, 12 and under at 65+ free! Nightly raffle. – Gentleman’s Group “Geezer Gather” every Thursday at 9 a.m. at the Meeker Veteran’s Community Center. 290 4th Street.[Read More…]
Days Gone By
The Meeker Herald 125 years ago • The stage company has leased the McHatton barn, and Mr. Harp is happy over having such commodious quarters for his vehicles, stock and drivers. • On Wednesday evening, the local lodge of Odd Fellows installed their newly elected officers for the ensuing term.[Read More…]
Commissioners approve amendment to building code
RBC | During work sessions Tuesday in Rangely, the Rio Blanco County Board of County Commissioners heard from County Project Coordinator Eric Jaquez about a request from the Rio Blanco County Fair Board regarding the installation of an overhead door at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds in Meeker prior to[Read More…]
