The third annual Meeker Mustang Makeover kicked off this weekend. Participating trainers picked up their mustangs and learned from experienced trainer Steve Mantle (above) in two separate clinics. The 2022 event was set to feature Sand Wash basin horses, but due to an equine flu outbreak resulting in more than[Read More…]
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RANGELY ROARS …
The fifth annual Rangely OHV Adventure Rally was a ROARing success last weekend in and around Rangely. According to Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce Director McKenzie Webber, the event had record turnout and excellent reviews from visitors. Of the 149 vehicles registered for the trail rides, nearly all were from[Read More…]
WREA navigates renewables
MEEKER I Providing consumers electricity may be straightforward, but the realities of today’s energy landscape are complicated. The transition from traditional fuels along with the competing pressures of reliability, affordability, and renewable energy creates a complex puzzle that energy companies around the globe work to solve each day. “I think[Read More…]
Special district election results (Unofficial)
RBC | Residents on both ends of Rio Blanco County cast votes in special district elections Tuesday. Three seats on ERBM Recreation & Park District’s board or directors, three seats on Eastern Rio Blanco Health Service (Pioneers Medical Center) District’s board of directors, and a mill levy increase for WRBM[Read More…]
Letter: Penny drive success
Dear Editor: A big “thank you” from Mountain Valley Bank to our business community and to all of you that took the time to take pennies to your favorite business. As a result of your efforts 81,317 pennies were collected as a part of our Red Letter Day Penny Drive! [Read More…]
Letter: More on the White River Alliance
Dear Editor: There’s a lot of folks talking about the White River these days. Drought, water storage, algae, and the river’s overall health are a big focus. Along the way the White River Alliance has joined efforts to promote education and share information related to the White River. Over the[Read More…]
Letter: Enough is enough
Dear Editor: After over a year of legal wrangling in attempts to block or delay the recall by Commissioner Moyer and thus avoid a vote of the people, the day has finally come. The story line from Mr. Moyer is that a bunch of liberals are telling lies about him[Read More…]
Kaye’s Corner: Mother’s Day 2022 celebrations
Let’s celebrate Mother’s Day! COVID restrictions such as restaurant closures, distancing and isolating have been lifted. Now, we can honor our moms like we did before things got crazy. Whether your celebration is big or small, every mom appreciates the love behind the card, gift or food. For young children,[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: Culture
“Protecting our customs and culture.” That phrase started showing up in county documents and being tossed around in meetings a few years back as an explanation for decisions made and actions taken. It reminds me of the classic frustrated mother’s explanation: “Because I said so, that’s why.” Every time I[Read More…]
Not all sources are online
I know that comes as a be surprise to you. As matter of fact, the majority is not. Here is where I push writing or better yet visiting the county where your ancestors spent a few generations. Most of the colorful things about your family may be already available in[Read More…]
A do-it-yourself, homegrown national park
National parks have been getting a lot of love since the pandemic, so much that this summer you need reservations at many. For example, you must make a reservation just to drive Montana’s legendary Going-To-The-Sun Road in Glacier National Park, and passes can sell out within hours of release. That’s[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY: April 28, 2022
The Meeker Herald 125 years ago • Gates Kersburg opened “The Old Kentucky Liquor Store” to the public on Monday and was well patronized. When the finishing touches are put on it, the bar will be one of the most elegant in the state. • Yesterday afternoon, District Game[Read More…]
