MEEKER I Thanks to the generous support of two private landowners, the Colorado Division of Wildlife is offering hunters the opportunity to hunt deer and elk on private land near Meeker this fall. The Division of Wildlife Hunter Outreach Program has two separate hunting opportunities available for a total of[Read More…]
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Letter: Meeker Class of 1966 meeting for lunch
The Meeker High School class of 1966 is meeting for lunch Friday, Nov. 5 at Ma Famiglia at 1 p.m. For information, call 878-5083.
Rio Blanco County Days Gone By
The Meeker Herald — 125 years ago • The cattle business has been very quiet this past two week, but building has been very active. The week closes with six buildings in the process of erection.
Town of Meeker
“Do you love Meeker and want to help it get better?” This was the question I found in the classified ads of the Herald Times in March 2004. Most everyone in Meeker would quickly answer “yes” to this question, and I was no different.
Rangely wins district title at home
Lady Panthers advance to regional tournament at Palisade RANGELY I They haven’t reached their ultimate goal, but they are one step closer. The Lady Panthers won all three of their matches at last week’s district tournament, which they hosted.
Letter: New school is a great addition to Meeker
I am writing in response to the “Oversight on School Site” article. You know there comes a time when people need to step back and just say “thank you.” Many people have worked very hard, like Mary Strang and Jason Hightower. What a wonderful new addition to the community. We[Read More…]
Loose Ends: No more need for speed
At first glance the old trailer by the side of the road appeared to be just one more addition to someone’s collection of old vehicles. No one seemed to notice it. Then as I walked briskly down the Fifth Street hill one morning, I glanced up to see that a[Read More…]
Military post preceded town
Our town came into being under interesting and peculiar circumstances. Soon after the Meeker Massacre, a permanent military camp was established and built on this spot. When the work of construction had been finished, there appeared one of the most complete and efficient military establishments to be found on all[Read More…]
CNCC flight team soars at NIFA competition
RANGELY I The Colorado Northwestern Community College flight team competed in the NIFA Regional SAFECON 2010, finishing in third place overall in the school category. That ranking brings with it an invitation to the National SAFECON 2011, which will be held in May at the Ohio State University.
Letter: Is Bush to blame for all our problems?
This is in response to Ms. Hale’s letter from last week. I’ve made it short and simple so people won’t get bored. I have three questions for you, Ms. Hale: 1. When did the Democrats take back the power in Washington, D.C.?
Obituary: Dennis R. Middleton Sr.
Dennis R. Middleton Sr. Sept. 2, 1954~Oct. 25, 2010 Dennis Ray Middleton, Sr. went to be with the Lord Oct. 25, 2010, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction. He was 56. Dennis was born to Robert Dean and Betty June Middleton on Sept. 2, 1954, in Granite City, Ill.
Panthers end season at 0-9
RANGELY I They didn’t win a game. But they didn’t quit. “It was a tough year,” said Rangely football coach Tim Galloway after the Panthers finished the season without a win. “But they kept fighting. They kept battling.”
