White River Agency, Colorado. July 11, 1879 Sir: Jack a principal Ute chief, wishes to inform you that Rainbow (Sarap) died 8th instant, after a long illness. Rainbow was a chief of such influence that formerly he visited Washington among the Ute delegation, and he received a silver medal from[Read More…]
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GUEST COLUMN: Meeker School District report from graduate surveys
During the 2016-2017 and 2018-2019 school years, the Meeker School District engaged in surveys of recent graduates to help determine areas of potential improvement in the school district as well as validate areas in which the school district excelled. Although the results of those surveys provided some useful insight, achieving[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: Flying cars
On Saturday morning cartoons in my childhood, we watched the Roadrunner and the Jetsons. The Jetsons started each episode by introducing George Jetson as the breadwinner in a futuristic world where everyone has a flying car. George’s job at Spacely Space Sprockets was titled “digital index operator.” George pushed buttons[Read More…]
MAMBA Second Annual Poker Run
The rain didn’t stop the second annual China Wall poker run, hosted by the Meeker Area Mountain Biking Association (MAMBA), on Saturday. “We had a low number of riders this year (7) but a successful ride. We had good help from a bunch of volunteers to make it a successful[Read More…]
MVB SUMMER FESTIVAL
The weather was cooperative and participation was enthusiastic at the annual Mountain Valley Bank Summer Festival last Saturday in downtown Meeker, raising funds for multiple local nonprofits groups and organizations with food, a pie auction, games and prizes. NIKI TURNER Photo
OFF THE OLIVE BRANCH
Off the Olive Branch has new owners, Alexis Stone, with husband Matthew and daughter Aria. The grand opening was held last weekend with a ribbon cutting by the Meeker Chamber of Commerce. Off the Olive Branch carries specialty oil, vinegar, cooking spices, pasta, ice cream, chocolates, kitchen needs and more.[Read More…]
Rangely awarded $500,000 to promote economic diversification
RANGELY | Gov. Jared Polis and the Office of Economic Development & International Trade (OEDIT) announced Wednesday that Rangely and the West End Economic Development Corp. (WEEDC) in Montrose County have received Coal Transition Community grants. Rangely was awarded $500,000, while WEEDC received $210,680. These grants aim to help local[Read More…]
PMC responds to report from the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform
MEEKER | Six Colorado hospitals, including Pioneers Medical Center (PMC), were identified as being at “immediate” risk of closure for financial reasons in a Denver Business Journal article last week. The article was based on a report from the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform. Several of the named[Read More…]
Obituary – Sarah ‘Sally’ Louise Collins
July 3, 1940 ~ Aug. 12, 2024 Sarah “Sally” Louise Collins was born to John and Faye Russell on July 3, 1940, in Hayden, Colorado. The oldest of three siblings—Sally, Jake, and Susan—she grew up in Craig but cherished western Colorado through her family’s outdoor adventures. Sally loved camping, fishing,[Read More…]
Meeker Classic Memorial Scholarship
MEEKER | Each year the “Meeker Classic Memorial Scholarship” is dedicated in honor and memory of exemplary individuals that have been involved with the Meeker Classic, but have now passed away. The recipient of the 2023 Meeker Classic Scholarship is awarded the scholarship in 2024 – the scholarship is[Read More…]
Annual P.E.O. Quilt Show starts next week
MEEKER | Come see the beautiful quilts of 2024 at the annual quilt show. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a regular attendee, this year’s show features approximately 100 quilts that have not been previously displayed. Visitor hours are Friday, Sept. 6, from noon to 5:30 p.m., and Saturday, Sept.[Read More…]
High school football is back!
MEEKER | This Friday kicks off the 2024 season for the Meeker Cowboy Football team coached by Andy Coryell and assisted by Darby Finley, Matt Dupire, Matt Scott and Peter Doan. The team traveled west to the Rangely Panthers last Saturday for a county scrimmage. “I think our scrimmage in[Read More…]