Members of the Meeker Community Choir presented their annual Christmas Cantata last Sunday at the White River Methodist Church. Studies indicate singing together as a group regulates heart rate, reduces stress and depression, improves symptoms of Parkinson’s and lung disease, improves the feeling of social well-being, and can even increase[Read More…]
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Christmas Recital
Piano students Eden Stagg, Cambrey Rogers, Raleigh Anderson, Ellianne Stagg and Raegan Harrison (back row) performed a piano recital at the Walbridge Wing highlighting classic Christmas carols for the enjoyment of the residents.
RIO HAPPENINGS: DEC 8-14, 2024
ARRESTS 12/11/2024– A 40 year old male was arrested by Meeker PD for DUI, Criminal Attempt, Criminal Mischief attempted, Disregarded Stop Sign, Failed to Maintain Lane, Obstructing a Peace Officer, Turning Movement and required signal and Drove without a Valid License. He was transported to jail. 12/15/2024– A 30 year[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT – Commissioners bid farewell to Gates, approve 2025 budget in two meetings
RBC | At the Dec. 10 regular meeting of the Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners, Commissioner Doug Overton first addressed a letter to the editor published in November from Rangely resident Wendi Gillard regarding a veterans services program. Overton declared the county administration’s firm support and dedication to all[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – December 19th, 2024
Blue Christmas Service Friday, Dec. 20 MEEKER | Christmas can be a difficult time of year and the holidays aren’t always merry and bright. If you are carrying grief, loneliness, or heartache this season you are not alone. The Blue Christmas service is a special worship service offering gentle sanctuary[Read More…]
ACCOMPLISHMENT
Meeker High School students have been at it again. Augie Halstead, Quintin Simpson, and Cade Mills built a much-needed bookshelf for Pioneers Medical Center in their wood shop class taught by Zach Clatterbaugh. These young men enjoyed the project and walked away with some valuable skills in the process.
EDITOR’S COLUMN – December 19th, 2024
‘People who feel the need to control others, don’t have control over themselves.’ ~ Author Unknown My Christmas decorating this year got as far as carrying the artificial tree downstairs and plugging it in. I have no inclination to rummage through boxes in the chilly attic to find the ornaments,[Read More…]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – December 19th, 2024
Library Board mill levy vote Dear Editor, The Rio Blanco County Meeker Regional Library Board is currently controlled by three new board members, relative newcomers, who appear to know little about Rio Blanco County economics. The mill levy, set years ago before the energy boom, is 2.03 mills. With the energy[Read More…]
HISTORY LESSONS – A Christmas letter about Christmas cards
MEEKER | My mother-in-law, Pat Hendrickson lived in Meeker about a year before passing at the age of 94. She didn’t get to meet most of you, so I would like to share some of her humor with you now. Her Christmas letters from Bartlett, Kansas, population 69, were hilarious[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: YOUTHZONE
December is always a great time to look back on the year, acknowledging successes and spending time being grateful for our achievements. This year, we certainly have a lot to celebrate! Thanks to the generous support of donors in every corner of our jurisdiction, we were able to raise almost[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: REP. MEGAN LUKENS
As the year comes to a close, I am filled with immense gratitude for your continued support and trust in me as your State Representative. On Nov. 5, I was honored to be re-elected as your State Representative. To the people of House District 26, thank you. Through collaboration, communication,[Read More…]
Obituary – James Brumback
Sept. 9, 1948 ~ Nov. 28, 2024 Meeker resident, James “Jim” Brumback, died peacefully on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024, at Pioneers Medical Center in Meeker, Colorado. He was 76. Upon Jim’s request, no services will be held. James Gordon Brumback was born the son of Donald and Juanita (Archer) Brumback[Read More…]