Four Meeker middle school football players — Gael Rodriguez, Thomas Theos, Matteus Rhykus and Lucas Simpson — have been selected to compete in the Colorado Youth Football Invitational on March 22 at the University of Colorado Boulder. The statewide showcase highlights some of Colorado’s top up-and-coming youth football talent. Rykhus[Read More…]
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Overton takes first at Colorado USA Wrestling freshman/sophomore state championship
Kael Overton of Meeker poses with his first-place trophy after winning the 138-pound division at the freshman and sophomore state wrestling tournament in Denver this past weekend. Three Rio Blanco County wrestlers competed at the event, including Reid Zadra of Rangely at 120 pounds, Meeker’s Jonah Christensen at 190 pounds[Read More…]
Arrowbusters success at Western S3DA Indoor National Championships
Special to the HT MEEKER | Several Meeker archers left an indelible mark on the range this past weekend in Salt Lake City, delivering a standout performance at the Western S3DA Indoor Nationals. Representing the Arrowbuster S3DA team with poise and precision, these young athletes demonstrated that hours of disciplined[Read More…]
PMC Board details billing overhaul, election plans
New patient portal, compliance changes and long-term planning discussed as four candidates file for hospital district seats. MEEKER | The Pioneers Medical Center board received updates on billing reforms, compliance oversight, staffing and long-term planning during last Wednesday’s meeting, as hospital leaders outlined changes aimed at improving patient experience, financial[Read More…]
Rural teens, caregivers sought to participate in suicide risk study
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story talks about topics related to suicide. If you or anyone else needs resources, please call or text 988 or visit 988colorado.com. RBC | For Dr. Maya Haasz, it didn’t feel right to use a tool to screen children for suicide risk that might not work for[Read More…]
Two candidates running for Rio Blanco County Commissioner District 1 seat primary
Meeker mayor and business owner Travis Day, Meeker pastor and business owner Rich Ford vying for Republican primary ballot; county assembly is Saturday Special to the HT MEEKER | Travis Day is running for the Rio Blanco Commissioner District 1 position. He has a long history of public service at[Read More…]
MHS student council officers visit state capitol
MEEKER | In late February, Meeker High School’s student council officers took a trip to Denver. On Sunday, we were all able to go see the Broadway Musical Water for Elephants. The story centered around Jacob Jankowski, a veterinary student who joins a traveling circus following the death of his[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – March 12th, 2026
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Knowing that there will be a shortage of water in the Piceance creek the coming season, some of the ranchmen there are already diverting water onto their land. They want at least one cutting. St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Sunday this year, but[Read More…]
Bright Smiles program brings dental care to Meeker Elementary third graders
MEEKER | In recognition of February as National Children’s Dental Health Month, White River Dental Hygiene has launched a new school-based dental initiative aimed at helping local students build healthy habits early and remove barriers to preventive care. The program, called “Bright Smiles — Building Bright Smiles for Life,” debuted[Read More…]
BLM recognizes Greens as Colorado Volunteers of the Year
Specail to the HT RBC | The Bureau of Land Management recently recognized Lynne and John Green as the BLM Colorado Volunteers of the Year. The Greens have spent many years helping protect and share the history of northwest Colorado. For more than a decade, they have monitored archaeological sites[Read More…]
Graduation requirements spark discussion at February board meeting
MEEKER | The Meeker School District RE-1 Board of Education held its regular February meeting last week at the district office, with all members present. The board approved the agenda before recognizing the Barone Middle School MathCounts team, coached by Meeker High School juniors Tucker Chinn and Said Rodriguez. The[Read More…]
Fifth grade classes go full STEAM ahead with robotics unit
5th graders at Meeker Elementary just wrapped up an exciting robotics unit. It was a hands-on experience where students took the lead as builders and programmers. Each student successfully constructed a robot from the ground up. Thank you to Kristina Selby from Meeker Regional Library for volunteering. AMBER GARCIA PHOTOS