Work begins this week; trail to remain open MEEKER | The White River National Forest, in partnership with the National Forest Foundation, will replace the bridge on the Mirror Lake Trail (#1821) that crosses the North Fork of the White River beginning June 4. The 3.5-mile trail in the Blanco[Read More…]
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Summer Rodeo Series returns to Meeker June 11
MEEKER | Another summer of rodeo action is set to begin in Meeker as the Meeker Summer Rodeo Series returns to the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds on Thursday, June 11. Slack is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m., followed by the main rodeo performance at 7 p.m., officially kicking off[Read More…]
Six pieces, one place: Kracht debuts White River Valley collection for HopeWest
MEEKER | For Shelby Kracht, jewelry was never just about turquoise and sterling silver. It was about creating a life that fit who she wanted to be. The owner of Western Drifter Jewelry is now channeling that philosophy into an exclusive collection for the upcoming HopeWest gala, creating pieces inspired[Read More…]
Board expands to seven members, reviews operations and compliance
MEEKER | The Eastern Rio Blanco Health Service District Board and Pioneers Medical Center met last week at their new meeting location at 315 6th St., where the larger space accommodated additional attendees, including two newly seated board members. The board had operated as a five-member body since 2021 but[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: May 24-30, 2026
ARRESTS 5/27/2026- Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 47 year-old male on a warrant for 3rd Degree Assault, False Imprisonment and Reckless Endangerment. He was taken to jail and released on bond. 5/27/2026- Meeker Police Department arrested a 57 year-old male for Driving Under the Influence. He was issued[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – June 4th, 2026
Area Agency on Aging seeking input RBC | The Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Colorado is seeking public input for its four-year plan. Meetings June 8 from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Radino Senior Center in Rangely. Grazing workshop planned June 6 MEEKER | A drought and wildfire grazing workshop,[Read More…]
EDITOR’S COLUMN – The dishes are not the point
“We don’t see things as they are, we see them as we are.” ~ Añais Nin According to pioneering family therapist Virginia Satir, there are more than 250 ways to do the dishes. I just finished playing dish Jenga — that advanced skill developed by people without automatic dishwashers that[Read More…]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – June 4th, 2026
Thanks and concerns from a resident Dear Editor: First, thanks to whomever cut the bushes down by the parts store on the highway. You can now use the sidewalk in front of where the bushes were! Another thing, two years ago someone broke into our car and stole our chairs[Read More…]
HISTORY LESSONS: Homesteading Pt. 1
Special to the HT MEEKER | Since most of Rio Blanco County was considered public domain in 1883, it was available for homesteading. The Utes had relinquished the White River Reservation but not the right to hunt in the area. This treaty exception was to cause friction for many years.[Read More…]
VINE & VITTLES: Cinnamon toast and other lifelines
Special to the HT MEEKER | OK — you know the feeling. You’re sick — tired, achy, scratchy throat, cough, sinus pressure… Or, how about, you’re angry — you got in a huge fight with so-and-so or work has just been EXTRA today. Now, this time, you’re sad. Life has[Read More…]
Flat Tops Trail Scenic Byway public reception June 18 at the museum
Special to the HT MEEKER | Come celebrate the Smithsonian Exhibit at the White River Museum with the Flat Tops Trail Scenic Byway Committee! The Committee is a team of dedicated stakeholders from both Meeker and Yampa who work to protect, value, and improve the Flat Tops Trail Scenic Byway.[Read More…]
Meeker chamber golf tournament debuts at Meeker Golf Course
MEEKER | This past weekend, The Meeker Chamber of Commerce hosted its inaugural golf tournament May 30 at the Meeker Golf Course, bringing together local businesses, community members and golf enthusiasts for a day centered on friendly competition, community connection and summer recreation. The four-person scramble format drew teams of[Read More…]
