ARRESTS 2/12/2025- Colorado State Patrol arrested a 25 year-old male for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, Drugs or Both, Careless Driving, Failed to Present Evidence of Insurance Upon Request and Solid Rubber Tire Failed to be at Least One Inch Thick. He was taken to jail and released on[Read More…]
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COUNTY BEAT – RBC commissioners discuss emergency coordinator concerns, library board appointments
RBC | The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) held its regular monthly meeting last week in Meeker, Colorado, with all three commissioners in attendance. The meeting began with a public comment period, during which Marc Etchart voiced concerns regarding the emergency coordinator position in Rio Blanco County. Etchart expressed reservations[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – February 20th, 2025
2025 Mormon cricket control program public meeting tonight, Feb. 20, in Meeker MEEKER | There will be a Cricket Control meeting 6-7:30 p.m. tonight, Feb. 20, in Meeker at 240 7th St. Discussion points include: What to do if you spot a cricket, Early hatch control, District aerial spray cost-share[Read More…]
EDITOR’S COLUMN – Trust the process
“Life is not what it’s supposed to be—it’s what it is. The way you cope with it is what makes the difference.” ― Virginia Satir For the last few days the phrase “trust the process” has appeared with such frequency I can’t ignore it. Maybe it’s the message we all[Read More…]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – February 20th, 2025
Addressing the growing drug use concerns in our schools Dear Editor: As discussions around marijuana legalization unfold in states like Colorado, it’s essential to focus on the pressing issues we face in middle and high schools regarding drug access and consumption among our youth. While many adults may responsibly use[Read More…]
LOOSE ENDS: When dogs talk
That is all we need-increasing the family dog’s communication skills, so that his/her point of view will be fully considered in making family decisions. The advent of AI and the increase of its use in technology over the past few years has affected so many aspects of our daily lives.[Read More…]
HISTORY LESSONS: Swede Anderson
In Rio Blanco, we are rightly proud of our White River fishing. Our lake fishing is equally impressive. Early on, upriver landowners recognized that bigger lakes meant better fishing. One individual single-handedly improved the fishing lakes upriver: Swede Anderson. Using mules and a Fresno scraper, he dug ditches and moved[Read More…]
MHS girls’ wrestling makes school history at state tournament
MEEKER | The Meeker Cowboys girls wrestling team made history this past weekend, becoming the first team from their school to compete in the Colorado State Wrestling Championship. The Cowboys qualified four athletes and took three to the tournament, led by junior Emma Ford (130 lbs), freshman Abigail Amick (145[Read More…]
Lady Cowboys look to get back into the ‘win’ column this weekend
MEEKER | The Meeker High School girls basketball team hosted the Roaring Fork Rams last week, looking to bounce back from a recent loss to Aspen. The Cowboys had previously faced the Rams in January, falling 72-44. Unfortunately, they were unable to secure a different outcome this time, losing 66-52.[Read More…]
Meeker Cowboys fall to Roaring Fork, bounce back against Cedaredge
MEEKER | The Meeker Cowboys hosted the Roaring Fork Rams last week at Meeker High School, seeking redemption after a 66-37 loss to the Rams in January. However, the Cowboys were unable to secure the win, falling 61-46. Despite the loss, several Cowboys had strong performances. Senior Drew Drake went[Read More…]
Blunt earns second state championship title
MEEKER | The Meeker boys wrestling team traveled to Ball Arena this past weekend to compete in the Colorado State Wrestling Championships. The Cowboys qualified five wrestlers for the event, led by seniors Cade Blunt (175 lbs) and Clay Crawford (138 lbs). They were joined by junior Drake Jones[Read More…]
Lady Panthers continue undefeated streak with 18th home win – Boys Basketball Update
RANGELY | Rangely girls’ basketball kept their undefeated streak on Friday, with a dominant 60-28 win against the De Beque Dragons. The game was all but decided by halftime, with Rangely already up 36-11. This win marked Rangely’s 18th straight victory at home, extending their perfect season to 19-0. Their[Read More…]