MEEKER | CNCC registration for fall classes is now open and it is time to get registered. Smart phone basics workshop is set for Sept. 17. Class size is limited so register soon. Microsoft Word begins Sept. 25 to review basics and learn new skills. Machine quilting for any skill[Read More…]
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Community Calendar: September 13, 2018
– MHS Softball Clinic. 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 21 at Paintbrush Park Field #1. Boys and girls k-8th grade are invited to this free softball clinic run by the MHS Softball Team. ERBM Recreation & Park District 970-878-3403. – National Public Lands Day Volunteering at Sanderson Hills Park Sept.[Read More…]
Days Gone By: September 6, 2018
The Meeker Herald 125 years ago – During the coming week The Herald will send bills to its patrons, and all are respectfully urged to pay up—at least what they can, as every little bit helps in the present emergency. – Craig was the scene of murder one day this[Read More…]
Rivershed workshop Sept. 20
MEEKER | River Management Workshop. Sept. 20, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Rio Blanco County Meeker Fairgrounds. Workshop for White River riverside landowners and managers to learn about resources for river and invasive vegetation management. Register online at riversedgewest.org or call 970-256-7400.
New location and time for Foot Clinic
MEEKER | Pioneers Hospital Home Health will be offering the monthly Foot Clinic on Wednesday, Sept. 12 at a new time, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and a new location, the Meeker Veterans Community Center, 290 Fourth St. (corner of Fourth and Main St.). Cost: $20 donation if able. A[Read More…]
Fall classes start soon
MEEKER | CNCC registration for fall classes is now open and it is time to get registered. An opportunity to experience plein air painting in a one-day workshop will be offered Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 5-6, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Basic computer class starts Sept. 11. Other classes[Read More…]
White River Storage Project review
RANGELY | There will be a brief review of the White River Storage Project and proposed reservoir site visit (transportation will be provided) on Wednesday, Sept. 12 from 1-3 p.m. Meet at the Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District office at 2252 E. Main St., Rangely. RSVP to Alden Vanden Brink[Read More…]
Fishing restrictions lifted
RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife lifted the voluntary fishing closures on the White River that had been in place since mid-July after reduced water flows and high temperatures created stressful conditions for the river’s fish. Effective Aug. 30, voluntary restrictions, which asked anglers to limit fishing times and avoid certain[Read More…]
Monument lifts restrictions
DINOSAUR | Stage 1 fire restrictions within Dinosaur National Monument will be lifted beginning at midnight on Friday, Aug. 31, 2018. The slightly cooler temperatures and recent rainfall has reduced the fire danger. Monument visitors are reminded to still be cautious with fire as some areas may contain substantial amounts[Read More…]
Polis responds to RBC questions
MEEKER | Jared Polis, Democratic candidate for Colorado governor, made campaign stops across the Western Slope during the Labor Day weekend, including a stop at the Meeker Café early Sunday. Between 20-30 voters—Republican, Democrat and unaffiliated—were in attendance to ask Polis questions about his platform.
At The TANK this weekend
RANGELY | The world’s foremost performer of the Native American flute, R. Carlos Nakai, will bring his artistry to the TANK in Rangely on Saturday, Sept. 8 in concert with Will Clipman at 8 p.m. Outdoor seating is $10. Limited seating inside the TANK is $75. Tickets are available online[Read More…]
Community Calendar: September 6, 2018
– Crafts class for middle school through high school teens. Every Friday at 1 p.m. starting Sept. 7 at Meeker Public Library. September’s theme will be jewelry making. Space is limited to 12 participants. Call 878-5911 or drop by to sign up. – Weekly Wanderers Fridays from 9 to 10:30[Read More…]
