Climate reflections Dear Editor: Please permit an old guy some reflections. The valley is filled with wildfire smoke. Again. It’s another of those days when you have to decide whether it’s safe to breathe. I elected to stay indoors and complain. It’s been forty-five years since James Hansen and his[Read More…]
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VETERANS GUEST COLUMN – More than a golf tournament
Special to the HT On September 26, 2026, the Meeker Veterans Community Center, in support of VFW Post 5843, and American Legion Post 74 will host the inaugural Gold Star Scramble Golf Tournament at the Meeker Golf Course. While the event includes golf, sponsorships, auctions, a Golf Ball Drop, and[Read More…]
Obituary – Terry W. Mowbray
May 9, 1945 ~ July 22, 2026 Terry W. Mowbray has finally kicked the bucket. Born in Cutbank, Montana to Stan and Betty Mobray. Proceeded in death his parents Stan and Betty, and his oldest brother Steve. Terry’s family moved to Wilson Creek, Colorado for an oil camp outside of[Read More…]
Obituary – Larry George Story
August 22, 1943 ~ August 2, 2026 Larry George Story, 82, of Meeker, Colorado, passed away on August 2nd, 2026. He was born on August 22, 1943, in Colbran, Colorado, to Arnold and Mildred Story. Larry was the third of four children and is survived by his two daughters, Stacy[Read More…]
Commissioners issue statement on recent CPW commission actions
Special to the HT The Rio Blanco County Board of County Commissioners has released a statement expressing concern over recent actions by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) Commission, stating that several decisions depart from Colorado’s long-standing tradition of science-based wildlife management and the statutory mission established by the General[Read More…]
Gerrish offers advice for building more profitable, drought-resilient ranches at WRCD grazing clinic
Special to the HT For ranchers across the West, drought is no longer an occasional challenge—it is something that must be planned for as part of doing business. Andy Mueller, general manager of the Colorado River Water Conservation District, says, “This summer is a dress rehearsal for what lies ahead[Read More…]
Urie tops poultry show with Grand Champion roaster
Rio Blanco County 4-H members showcased months of dedication Wednesday, July 29, during the annual Rio Blanco County Fair Poultry Show, competing in showmanship, market and breeding classes with chickens, turkeys, ducks and other poultry projects. The morning opened with showmanship, where exhibitors demonstrated their knowledge of poultry care, handling[Read More…]
Garcia leads champions at County Fair rabbit show
Hayden Garcia delivered a standout performance Wednesday afternoon, July 29, during the 2026 Rio Blanco County Fair Rabbit Show, earning championships in showmanship, market, breeding and the Born and Raised competition while also taking top honors in the Open Show. Garcia was named champion senior showman, then went on to[Read More…]
SIX SUMMERS, SIX CHAMPIONSHIPS: Meeker Marlins continue historic run
MEEKER | This past weekend, the Meeker Marlins swim team added another chapter to one of Colorado’s most successful summer swimming programs, capturing their sixth consecutive Colorado State Seasonal Club Swimming Championship during the three-day meet July 31-Aug. 2 at Adams State University in Alamosa. The title extended the Marlins’[Read More…]
Burri enters second season leading Cowboys golf
MEEKER | Entering his second season as head coach of the Meeker High School boys golf team, Nick Burri has a much better idea of what to expect. After spending his first year learning the ins and outs of leading a high school program, Burri said the experience has helped[Read More…]
Nunn stays unbeaten as bull riding purse climbs to $4,000
MEEKER | This past week the winning streaks continued to define the Meeker Summer Rodeo Series on July 30 as Dawson Nunn captured his sixth consecutive ranch bronc riding title, JB Raley earned his fourth straight steer riding victory and the bull riding jackpot climbed to $4,000 after another week[Read More…]
Kickoff Classic to benefit Cowboy football
The 2026 Cowboy Kickoff Classic will bring golfers and cornhole players together Aug. 14 in support of the Meeker High School Cowboy football program. The day begins with a silent auction from noon to 5 p.m. at the clubhouse. A four-person golf scramble will tee off at 1 p.m., followed[Read More…]