PRESS RELEASE RBC | As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary and Colorado marks 150 years of statehood, the America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission is inviting businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions and local governments across the state to help bring this once-in-a-generation commemoration to life. Through the campaign[Read More…]
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DAYS GONE BY – May 29th, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Vacation days are here. This, however, does not apply to the editor or the printer or the printer’s devil, nor to other trades and professions too numerous to mention. Rumors have been circulating of late that the Rifle-Meeker telephone project had fallen through, but[Read More…]
Rio Blanco Cattlewomen have a busy spring season
RBC | The Rio Blanco Cattlewomen have had a busy and rewarding spring season, continuing our mission to promote and educate about the beef industry in our community. In April, we partnered with the local FFA chapter to participate in Farm Day at the elementary school. Cattlewomen engaged students with[Read More…]
Brand board proposes increase of inspection and assessment fees
PRESS RELEASE RBC | The State Board of Stock Inspection Commissioners, part of the Department of Agriculture, is proposing to increase brand inspection fees and the five-year brand assessment fee to address a projected program deficit. The fee adjustments aim to ensure the continued financial stability and operations of the[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT – Commissioners approve RV variance, discuss wolf presence, approve moratorium on ‘natural medicine centers’ connected to psychotropic drug therapies
MEEKER | After a brief hiatus from their usual schedule, the Rio Blanco County Commissioners returned to regular business last week, holding their meeting in Meeker. All three commissioners were present and began the session with a public comment period. No comments were received in person or online. The board[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: May 11-17, 2025
ARRESTS 5/16/2025- Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 49-year-old male on a warrant. He was transported to jail. 5/16/2025- Meeker PD arrested a 16 year old male for DUI. He was issued a summons and released to his parents. CALL SUMMARIES 5/12/2025 @ 5:15 pm. A hit and run[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – May 22nd, 2025
What’s in store for the White River?Join us May 22 to find out! MEEKER | Curious about the future of water in the White River Valley? Join us for a special evening with Dr. Ryan Bailey on May 22 at 6 p.m. at the Meeker Firehouse, where he’ll unveil the[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – May 22nd, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Our schools will close for the term next Friday the 25th. We need a new race track and baseball grounds. Will our enterprising citizens get together on this proposition? More brick buildings are in contemplation by some of our residents. As proof of it[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: May 4-10, 2025
ARRESTS 5/7/2025- A 37 year-old female was arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs and Drove Vehicle with Blood Alcohol Content of 0.08 or more. She was issued a summons and released to a sober party. 5/11/2025- A 35 year-old male was taken into custody on several[Read More…]
Update from Rio Blanco Water Conservancy April board meeting
Special to the HT RBC | Executive Director Alden Vanden Brink reported the repaired hydro electric turbine has been delivered and is currently being installed. (Reminder, the turbine was sent for repairs following a loan by Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) to the district of $2.5 million to be paid[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – May 15th, 2025
Barone STEM Games Carnival May 15 MEEKER | Join Barone Middle School on Thursday, May 15 from 4:15-5:30 p.m. for the 2025 STEM Games Carnival (Bob Tucker Drive). Fun for the whole family with games, prizes (50¢ per game) and fun! All proceeds go to supporting the STEM (Science, Technology,[Read More…]
Funding cuts threaten scientific innovation
RBC | Recent attacks on national research institutions and the withdrawal of critical funding from research universities threaten the future of American innovation, according to Dr. Bob Dorsett of Meeker. In a statement, Dorsett expressed concern over the “unprecedented attack on our nation’s institutions of science and medicine” and its[Read More…]
