Special to the HT MEEKER | “You’re really getting up there” is one comment often said at birthday parties for close friends and family after they pass the age of 21. It does not matter whether they were teased in person, or on the phone or computer, it turns into[Read More…]
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HISTORY LESSONS: Petrolite
Special to the HT MEEKER | There is a brown road sign south of Meeker along Highway 13. You will see the word “Petrolite,” a date, and an outline of a school building. The sign is near mile marker 29, just south of the “Hole-in-the-Wall.” It marks the site where[Read More…]
RBC HISTORICAL SOCIETY: When volunteerism becomes history
Special to the HT MEEKER | Recently, I found myself reflecting on an unexpected question: At what point does history become part of history? As a historian, I spend much of my life studying the people who came before us. Recently, another question has been weighing on my mind: At[Read More…]
Funeral Notice – Owen Dale Slack
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 1, 10 a.m. at St. James Episcopal Church, 368 4th St., Meeker, Colorado. A military service at Highland Cemetery will immediately follow the church service. Following the graveside service, a luncheon reception will be provided by the family at Richard’s Hall,[Read More…]
Obituary – Ricky Joseph Solomon Day
August 10, 1981 ~ June 25, 2026 Ricky Joseph Solomon Day passed away tragically on June 25, 2026. Ricky was a beloved father, son, brother, partner, nephew, uncle, cousin and friend. He will be truly missed by many. He loved nothing more than his family. Ricky was committed to his[Read More…]
Obituary – Roy Frederick Trice, Sr.
Jan. 19, 1929 ~ June 23, 2026 Roy Frederick Trice, Sr. passed away peacefully in his home on June 23, 2026, in Grand Junction, Colorado, at the age of 97. Roy was born Jan. 19, 1929, in Snyder, Texas, to Jeff Frederick Trice and Mary Ceora Head Trice. Roy was[Read More…]
Kids in Business Day at Mountain Valley Bank
SPECIAL TO THE HT MEEKER | There’s not much cuter than a little kid with a big dream! Mountain Valley Bank’s annual Kids In Business Day took place last Friday, with just under 20 participants ages 5-18 selling everything from fresh eggs and cotton candy to homemade dog toys. Through[Read More…]
Library board approves bylaw revisions, seeks more AV proposals
SPECIAL TO THE HT MEEKER | The Meeker Public Library Board approved revised bylaws during its June 25 meeting, adopting updates that streamline the process for filling board vacancies while directing staff to make a minor organizational edit before the final version is distributed. Board members said the change is[Read More…]
Meeker school board reviews budget, dress code and service animal policies
MEEKER | The Meeker Board of Education met June 29 at the district office for its regular monthly meeting, covering student attendance, district finances, facilities, policy revisions, service animals and the future role of the district’s school resource officer. Board President Bill DeVergie, Secretary Hanna Borchard and members Ann Franklin,[Read More…]
LEADING THE WAY: Hilkey named 2026 parade marshal
MEEKER | When this year’s Meeker Range Call and Fourth of July Parade steps off at 10 a.m. Friday in downtown Meeker, longtime Rio Blanco County resident Ron Hilkey will be leading the way as the 2026 parade marshal. The honor comes during a milestone year for the annual celebration.[Read More…]
Country supergroup The Frontmen set for Meeker Range Call performance
MEEKER | Country music fans won’t have to wait much longer as The Frontmen take the stage at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds on Friday, July 3, as the featured headliner for this year’s Meeker Range Call celebration. The trio brings together three of country music’s most recognizable voices: Larry[Read More…]
Ingrid Andress to open Range Call concert Friday in Meeker
MEEKER | Multi-GRAMMY nominated singer-songwriter Ingrid Andress will take the Range Call stage this Friday, July 3, 2026, bringing new music to Meeker with the release of her latest single, “Now I Know,” as she continues a career built on sharp lyricism and modern country storytelling. Andress first broke through[Read More…]