“How people treat other people is a direct reflection of how they feel about themselves.” ~ Paulo Coelho Have you ever been in a public place and watched someone mistreat a clerk, a server, or a complete stranger? The instinctive reaction is often the same: protect the person being targeted[Read More…]
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HISTORY HUMOR: Who’s hunting whom?
The Meeker Herald Sept. 17, 1887, told this story: It is not generally known, but it is a fact nevertheless, that Morgan Edgar and Frank Barton roosted in a tree in the Lime Kiln mountains a few days ago. How they came to select such a singular place to pass[Read More…]
Obituary – Judith ‘Judy’ Hergenreder
July 30, 1945 ~ Jan. 14, 2026 Judith “Judy” Hergenreder was born on July 30, 1945, in Casper, Wyoming, to Cody and Onalee (Anderson) Bays. She was the beloved baby sister to three older brothers who remained her best friends throughout her life. Judy grew up in Midwest, Wyoming, where[Read More…]
Obituary – John Josiah Jones
Dec. 31, 1957 ~ Jan. 6, 2026 John Josiah Jones, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, was called into the arms of the Lord on Jan. 6, 2026. John was born on Dec. 31, 1957, in Dunlo, Pennsylvania, to John and Ruth (Pearce) Jones. He was welcomed home by his[Read More…]
DEATH NOTICE – Bob R. Carden
Jan. 24, 1930 ~ Jan. 18, 2026 Services are scheduled at White River Methodist Church (809 Park) in Meeker, Colorado, on Jan. 30 at 3 p.m.
Meeker girls basketball extends undefeated streak with three-game sweep
MEEKER | The Meeker High School girls basketball team extended its undefeated start to the season with three consecutive wins this past week, including a home victory over Rangely and road wins at Olathe and Gunnison. The Cowboys opened the week at home on Tuesday, Jan. 20, against the Rangely[Read More…]
Meeker boys basketball starts week strong with home win over Rangely, splits road slate
MEEKER | Last week, the Meeker High School boys basketball team began their week by hosting the Rangely Panthers in a weekday matchup. The last meeting between the teams came on Jan. 14, 2025, when the Cowboys traveled to Rangely and won 62‑61. This time, Rangely traveled to Meeker looking[Read More…]
Meeker boys wrestling dominates duals, finishes second at North Fork
MEEKER | Last week, the Meeker High School boys wrestling team opened a busy stretch with a strong showing at home, hosting Glenwood Springs High School and Coal Ridge High School in a Thursday night triangular on Jan. 15. The Cowboys began the evening by defending their home mat against[Read More…]
Meeker girls wrestling: learning, growing, winning
MEEKER | The Meeker High School girls wrestling team traveled to Thornton, Colorado, over the weekend to compete in the Skyview Invitational, facing a strong field from across the Front Range. Despite the level of competition, the Cowboys responded with grit and determination throughout the day. Every Meeker wrestler earned[Read More…]
YOUTHZONE: Have you seen this pig?
After more than a decade of waiting, YouthZone is thrilled to announce the return of one of Western Colorado’s most beloved and quirky fundraisers: Kiss-N-Squeal. But before we can bring back the fun, we need your help. The iconic YouthZone pig — a local legend made from a pink-painted barrel[Read More…]
Margie Joy set to take town administrator position in March
MEEKER | A familiar local face will replace Town Administrator Mandi Etheridge this spring. Margie Joy, former administrator at Pioneers Medical Center and currently the community relationship manager for the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority, has been approved by the board of trustees to assume the duties of the town[Read More…]
Barone Middle School fall semester straight A’s honor roll, perfect attendance
6th Grade-Straight A’s Honor Roll: Fell Borchard, Avery Colemann, Lily Lehmann, Kellan Walker, Paulina Lopez-Ruiz. Perfect Attendance: Back Row: Gracelyn Walker, Santiago Rodriguez-Velasco, Dish Arnold, Traxton Kindall, Eli Grant. Front Row: Emma Nichols, Noah Hanberg, Micah LeBlanc. 7th Grade Straight A’s Honor Roll: Back Row: Kayselynn Overton, Raleigh Anderson, Noah[Read More…]
