The real story on a viral social post claiming Congresswoman Boebert shot a neighbor’s pet “I don’t see anything other than this just being an October surprise to think it’s going to sway the vote. But the fact is, she didn’t shoot this woman’s dogs,” said Brady Hogan of Silt,[Read More…]
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Days Gone By: Oct. 13, 2022
The Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago – Wednesday was the first anniversary of the attempted robbery of the Bank of Meeker. The disastrous outcome of that hold-up needs no special reminder to most of our citizens. – The triangular fight for most of the county offices is getting interesting[Read More…]
BLM seeks nominations to resource advisory councils
The Bureau of Land Management today announced that it is seeking public nominations for positions on the Northwest, Rocky Mountain and Southwest Resource Advisory Councils (RAC). These citizen-based councils assist in the development of recommendations that address public land management issues within BLM managed public lands in the State of Colorado. [Read More…]
FLAG FOOTBALL
The WRB Rec and Park District would like to thank the Rangely High School football team and all the volunteer/parent coaches for donating their time to work with us and the first-fifth grade flag football players. Coach Wilkie, Coach LeBleu, Coach Kracht and everyone involved helped make this year a[Read More…]
Survey available to collect feedback on district courts
People with business in the courts of the First, Fourth, Eighth, Ninth and Twelfth Judicial Districts will be invited to participate in a pilot of a revamped program gathering feedback from court users. The courts will use the feedback to improve services. All people who interact with the courts –[Read More…]
It’s Showtime livestock club report
A new 4-H year is beginning! The It’s Showtime Club started its meeting on Oct. 9 at 4 p.m. with pledges led by Cambrey Rogers, Brodee Kilduff and Milo Brennan, followed by reports. Charlie Rogers gave the secretary report, Nick Gates gave the treasurer report and Teagan Smith gave the[Read More…]
Mustangs host Basalt at home
Both Meeker Mustang teams played Basalt at home Saturday. The younger team won big, 42-7. Coach Reno Roybal said he is “impressed with all the kids, they have come a long way.” The team is new to the sport, even more so given the number of third graders and so[Read More…]
Softball secures regional spot
The Cowboy softball team had two commanding wins against Cedaredge this past Saturday to seal third place in the league and give the girls a great confidence boost before heading to regionals next weekend. Meeker came out of the gates firing on all cylinders putting up nine runs in the[Read More…]
Public meeting set for river improvements
Meeker’s Circle Park property has been identified in numerous public outreach efforts as a resounding priority for improvement over the past 10+ years, including an expressed desire for enhanced access to, and utilization of, the in-town White River corridor. The current proposed enhancements collaboratively being pursued by the Town of[Read More…]
HAPPY RETIREMENT!
A good chunk of the Meeker community turned out at Smoking River Brewing Co. last Thursday to honor Bill Jordan’s 33 years of service on the WREA board of directors at his retirement party. | CAITLIN WALKER PHOTO
Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape this Fire Prevention week
RBC I It’s Fire Prevention Week and the State Fire Agency reminds residents that “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape.” The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week TM (FPW), Oct. 9-15,[Read More…]
ROCKIN’ IT …
New Earth Spiritual and Metaphysical Healing held a grand opening last Thursday. Above, owners Alisa Shimko and Kenda Slaugh. You can find their shop upstairs in the Hugus Building, 594 Main Street, Suite 6.
