Dear Editor: On behalf of Extension and the Fair Board, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make the 2026 Rio Blanco County Fair a success. From our generous sponsors and dedicated setup-day volunteers to those who assisted with indoor exhibits and the many[Read More…]
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MEEKER SCHOOL DISTRICT – MSD Accredited with Distinction in 2026
Meeker School District RE-1 is “Accredited with Distinction” in 2026. This is the highest accreditation rating given by the Colorado Department of Education. In 2026, only 12 entities earned “Accredited with Distinction” status, placing our school district in the top 6.5% of all local education agencies in Colorado. The achievement[Read More…]
FUNERAL NOTICE – William Albert Mannel
Nov. 20, 1943 ~ Sept. 5, 2026 Services will be held September 11 at 10 a.m. at Community Church in Moab, Utah.
HEALTHY LIVING WITH PMC – Connecting performance and counseling
EDITOR’S NOTE: This column is part of a paid partnership with Pioneers Medical Center. PMC provides the column, and we’re labeling it clearly so readers know what it is. The sponsorship helps support the Herald Times, but does not affect our independent news coverage or editorial decisions. We are excited[Read More…]
VINES & VITTLES – The beet salad that stole my heart
When I first started exploring Meeker, one of the things that drew me to this little town was the presence of a little wine and cheese shop — Blanco Cellars. In a town our size, the fact that we had such a place was, for me coming up from Denver,[Read More…]
CHAMBER UPDATE – Busy August
August may have marked the beginning of the transition from summer into fall, but it was another busy month for the Meeker Chamber & Visitor Center as we continued welcoming travelers, promoting Meeker and looking ahead to new opportunities for our community. The Visitor Center welcomed 135 visitors during August,[Read More…]
Cravens captains Cowboys through five-set battle
For the 10th season, Greg Cravens is at the helm of the Meeker High School volleyball program, guiding the Cowboys through another season as captain of the ship. This past Saturday, Cravens and his Cowboys battled Plateau Valley through five sets, but the visiting Cowboys held on for a 15-13[Read More…]
Cowboys grind through demanding five-game week
The Meeker High School softball team opened September on the road, traveling to Basalt High School Sept. 1 for a doubleheader against the Longhorns. The Cowboys dropped both games, falling 13-1 in the opener before losing the nightcap 20-5. Meeker’s offense collected three hits in the first game. Junior Sienna[Read More…]
Rio Happenings: Aug. 23-29, 2026
ARRESTS8/27/2026 The Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office assisted the Rangely Police Department after a man was taken into custody on suspicion of harassment, domestic violence and child abuse. CALL SUMMARIESBears, mud, fires & handcuffs — just another week in the countyAug. 23 — Communications received a call asking who is[Read More…]
Legal Notices: September 3, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE TO CREDITORSEstate of Bobby Ray Carden,DeceasedCase No.: 2026PR7All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Rio Blanco County, Colorado on or before December 27, 2026, or said claims may be forever barred.Vicky MartinezPersonal[Read More…]
Letter: Thanks to first responders, fire department
Dear Editor:A long overdue thank you to our first responders and fire department. Rich and I can’t believe how quickly they were here and evaluated any and all injuries and got him to the ER.Their commitment to our community is such a blessing. Many thanks for their kindness, concern and[Read More…]
Free Frontier Fest celebrates Western heritage Sept. 11
Correction: A previous version of this press release stated the fish fry was free. It is $15 per plate. Proceeds benefit the White River Alliance. Meeker will celebrate Western heritage and the nation’s 250th birthday with the first Frontier Fest from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, on Main[Read More…]