Special to the HT MEEKER | This year’s Memorial Day ceremony in Meeker once again reflected the heart of a small community that continues to remember, honor and support those who served our country. Veterans, families, volunteers and community members gathered at the City Park Bridge and cemetery to honor[Read More…]
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Mortarboards & Milestones: MHS Class of 2026
Meeker High School held its graduation ceremony on Saturday, May 23 for the Class of 2026. The mantle was passed from 2026 valedictorian Rylee Sullivan to incoming senior Tucker Chinn, and longtime custodian Stanley Crawford gave the commencement address. See inside this week’s paper for the full graduation section with[Read More…]
Commissioner candidates discuss water, growth at White River Alliance forum
MEEKER | Water, growth, energy development and the future of Rio Blanco County dominated discussion during a candidate forum hosted by the White River Alliance featuring county commissioner candidates Rich Ford and Travis Day. Held in Meeker, the forum focused heavily on declining river flows, water storage, mosquito spraying, recreation[Read More…]
RIO HAPPENINGS: May 17-23, 2026
ARRESTS 5/22/2026- Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 43 year-old male for 3rd Degree Assault. He was transported to jail. 5/23/2026- Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 20 year-old male for domestic violence and harassment. He was transported to jail. CALL SUMMARIES 5/17/2026 @ 1:05 pm. A deputy[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – May 28th, 2026
Crafternoon rescheduled to May 28 MEEKER | Meeker Public Library’s May Crafternoon has been rescheduled to May 28 from 3-5 p.m. The featured project is “cloud dough” slime, limited to 11 participants; reservations are required by calling 970-878-5911 or stopping by the library. Additional crafts will also be available. Pig[Read More…]
EDITOR’S COLUMN – Testing… testing…
“Life is a test and this world a place of trial. Always the problems — or it may be the same problem — will be presented to every generation in different forms.” ~ Winston Churchill Despite what we may hope for during our school years, test-taking doesn’t end once we finish[Read More…]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – May 28th, 2026
Thanks to voters for support Dear Editor: I want to sincerely thank everyone who took part in the recent election for the Board of Directors of Pioneers Medical Center. In a small community like ours, I know every vote reflects care, thought, and a deep commitment to the future of[Read More…]
RIO BLANCO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The Ute losses at the Battle of Milk Creek
Special to the HT MEEKER | The Rio Blanco County Historical Society will continue its traditional July 4 activities this year. Along with Root Beer Floats, the Stagecoach and the Buick in the parade, we will again offer the Milk Creek Battlefield Tour. As this is the Sesquisemiquincentennial, events that[Read More…]
HISTORY LESSONS: The Leadville connection
Special to the HT MEEKER | The role of Leadville in the development of the White River Valley and Piceance was huge. Leadville and the surrounding mining areas were a giant magnet, drawing miners and entrepreneurs from back East and Europe — gold seekers and adventurers from every social stratum:[Read More…]
LOOSE ENDS: Matriculation
Special to the HT MEEKER | This is the time when words of hope for the future fill the air. Most are directed at younger generations as they matriculate from secondary schools to colleges and universities. The beginning and end of each school year seem to contain more optimism and[Read More…]
Growing up in the arena: Watson siblings thrive at state rodeo finals
MEEKER | Long weekends on the road, countless hours with horses and the dedication required to compete at a high level are all part of life for the Watson family as Whit and Greta continue to grow in junior high rodeo. That hard work paid off recently at the Colorado[Read More…]
Meeker riders earn strong finishes at Colorado High School State Rodeo finals in Craig
MEEKER | Meeker-area rodeo athletes delivered steady performances over two days at the Colorado High School Rodeo in Craig, highlighted by strong finishes and point-earning runs from Josey McClain, Kalee Ivy and Leah Wood. Day one opened with a 12th-place finish in pole bending for Ivy, who posted a time[Read More…]
