In last week’s article by Brent Smith-Gardner about the Wolf Creek project, EIS Solutions project manager Brad McCloud was incorrectly listed as Brad McCall. Additionally, the Water Conservancy District board voted Aug. 29, not April 29, to pursue the off-channel reservoir option. The HT regrets the errors. *** In last[Read More…]
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Flash Flood Watch issued
From the National Weather Service: A Flash Flood Watch is in effect from Tuesday morning to Wednesday morning. Moisture and precipitation from the remnants of Hurricane Rosa will move across the area Monday through Wednesday. This will bring widespread showers and embedded thunderstorms. Areas of heavy rain are possible and high mountain snowfall[Read More…]
Drought continues, hopes for wet winter from El Niño event
RBC | According to the U.S. Drought Monitor all of Rio Blanco County is still currently classified as D3, or Extreme Drought, as precipitation around the county continues to fall well under normal rates. However, there is some hope to be found in the winter forecast.
Fairfield grant apps due Oct. 1
MEEKER | The deadline for Freeman E. Fairfield semi-annual grant applications will be 5 pm, Monday, Oct. 1. Applications may be mailed to P.O. Box 2302, Meeker, Colo., 81641 or delivered to Diane Dunham, 438 E. Market. Mailed applications must be received—not postmarked—by Oct. 1.
Community Ed Classes starting soon
MEEKER | Register now for Creative Cooking Class, an opportunity to learn new ideas for meals and special occasions to make food preparation more interesting. Chef Karla will brighten your day during this class Wednesdays, Oct. 3-24, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Food Safety Works Training for food service workers to be certified:[Read More…]
County Beat: September 27, 2018
RBC | BROADBAND PROVIDER “I’d be completely transparent with you guys. That’s the important thing,” said Jared Harvey of Homestead Fiber Communications during a work session with commissioners Monday. Harvey is one of two companies seeking LAI’s soon-to-be vacated position as broadband retailer. Visionary, a division of Mammoth, will present[Read More…]
River management workshop highlights ways and means for improving river health
RBC | Rivers wind their way across our landscape, a delivery system for inland water, irrigation water for the food our farmers grow, drinking water for humans and animals, and habitat for wildlife.
Community Calendar: September 27, 2018
– Tiny Open Gym begins Oct. 2, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the admin gym. Bring your one to four year olds to this free open gym to burn off some energy. A gym supervisor will be present, but will not lead organized activities. Max three children per parent/caregiver.[Read More…]
Fairfield grant apps due Oct. 1
MEEKER | The deadline for Freeman E. Fairfield semi-annual grant applications will be 5 pm, Monday, Oct. 1. Applications may be mailed to P.O. Box 2302, Meeker, Colo., 81641 or delivered to Diane Dunham, 438 E. Market. Mailed applications must be received—not postmarked—by Oct. 1.
Weekly Call Review: Sept. 10-16, 2018
The following information is a weekly review of the calls for service that were reported to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Communications Office. If you have any questions or would like an explanation of the call types listed please call 878-9600. We will not regularly post any information as to[Read More…]
Days Gone By: September 20, 2018
The Meeker Herald 125 years ago – Pot Hole is the euphonious title given to a section on North Fork, and still we overlooked the name on the Meeker register last week. Mr. J.M. Nimerick and his son “Buck” (another barbarous appellation), were down from that region mingling with the throng.[Read More…]
Business leader luncheon Sept. 26
MEEKER | The Meeker Chamber of Commerce and the Small Business Development Center are hosting a “Lunch and Learn” business leader luncheon Wednesday, Sept. 26 from 12-1 p.m. at the Meeker Coworking Community at 625 Main St. The luncheon is free. RSVP online at http://bit.ly/2PJGypo or call 970-878-5510. Learn about[Read More…]
