Meeker’s school board recognized students and staff for recent accomplishments Monday at the regular board meeting, including spelling bee champion Samantha Patton and the music department for a widely praised concert last weekend. Also introduced and recognized were the coaches and team members of Meeker’s state championship wrestling program. Retiring[Read More…]
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Lady Panthers repeat district champs
Special to the Herald Winning 18 games in the regular season, winning a regular season 1A/2A Western Slope League Championship, scoring 90 points in a single game, adding two more wins to the win column, and Coach Mergelman winning her 175-game of her career were the numerous headlines for the[Read More…]
Panthers v. Tigers: Season-ender goes into OT
On Tuesday, Feb. 20 the Rangely Panthers attempted to keep their season alive traveling to Hayden, Colorado, to take on the Tigers in the district tournament play-in game. Earlier this year the Panthers made the same trip and ended up falling 69-49. The Panthers came out of the gates[Read More…]
Meeker Cowboys take 3A District title, head into regional competition against Florence
The Meeker Cowboys are district champions for the first time since they moved up to class 3A and will host regionals for the first time since 2021. Sitting at first in their league they bypassed the pigtails and went straight to the Friday and Saturday tournament. Outscoring their opponents in[Read More…]
TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME
The Meeker High School baseball and softball teams held their first joint auction and fundraiser Sunday evening, the Take Me Out to the Ball Game Auction and Fundraiser with more than 130 in attendance. “We cannot thank your sponsors enough for their generous support,” commented softball head coach Kendal Bergman.[Read More…]
Navigating the journey: a counselor’s guide to dementia care
In this Q&A style column, HopeWest Meeker counselor Judy Eskelson offers advice for caregivers who are supporting loved ones diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Eskelson, who also brings her experience as a nurse practitioner, shares her insights on how families can provide support, face common challenges, communicate effectively, and benefit[Read More…]
CPW license requirements change this year
PRESS RELEASE Hunters hoping to draw a big game license in Colorado in 2024 are urged to review the changes in license requirements and fees in the 2024 Colorado Big Game brochure prior to the March 1 opening of the primary draw application period (March 1-April 2 at 8 p.m.[Read More…]
Notice of Presidential Primary Election
PUBLIC NOTICES – February 29th, 2024
SUMMONS Case Number: 2023CV30024 Division: B DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF RIO BLANCO, COLORADO Plaintiff: Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper, its successors and assigns vs. Defendants: Matthew G.R. Mercado; Benjamin K. Kleinsasser; Amanda J. Boyd-Kleinsasser; Public Trustee of Rio Blanco County; all unknown persons who may claim an interest in[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – February 29th, 2024
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Spring can’t be far off. A solitary blackbird made its appearance the other day. Late reports from the Douglas Creek and Rangely sections of the range indicate that cattle losses will be large. An unusually heavy fall of snow and a limited supply of[Read More…]
WRBM DADDY DAUGHTER DINNER
The WRBM Recreation and Park District hosted their annual Daddy Daughter Dinner in February. Everyone enjoyed a night out with dinner, games, cookie decorating, and a little dancing. “We would like to give a big THANK YOU to the Dillon Brothers for providing an amazing dinner!” WRBM said. WRBM photos
WREA responds quickly to full-circuit power outage
Last Thursday evening, in the middle of a snowstorm, Meeker residents reported seeing a bright flash of light on the east side of town just before the power went out throughout town and into rural areas like County Roads 7 and 43. According to White River Electric Association (WREA) Manager[Read More…]