Galapagos program slideshow MEEKER | The students with the Meeker International Ecology Program will be presenting a slide show program about our trip to the Galapagos Islands at the Meeker Public Library on Tuesday, Dec. 21, at 7 p.m. Please come and enjoy some drinks and goodies as we present[Read More…]
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Obituary: Julie Grace McCrary
July 24, 1949 ~ Dec. 11, 2021 Julie Grace McCrary went home to be with Jesus and start her journey in heaven on Dec. 11, 2021. She was greeted at the gates of heaven by many loved ones waiting for her. Julie (Gould) McCrary was born to her parents Edna[Read More…]
Days Gone By: December 16, 2021
The Meeker Herald125 years ago • Men do not have half the ailments that afflict women, but a visitor from a strange world would not suspect the fact by merely coming here to listen.• A campaign word that has done duty in this country for more than half a century[Read More…]
Lions receive awards at annual party
On Tuesday, Dec. 7 the Meeker Lions Club held its annual Christmas party at the Mexican House Restaurant. This was an “all Club” event with invited guests. During the dinner Lions Club President Brett Dearman was honored to present many significant awards to many Lions for their supreme efforts over[Read More…]
WREA electric rates to remain stable for 2021
White River Electric is pleased to announce that electric rates will remain stable in 2022 with no rate increase. WREA approved a rate decrease in 2018 for residential members and a decrease in 2019 for large industrial members followed by three years of rate stability. It is no surprise that[Read More…]
Letter: Accurate Moyer recall timeline
Dear Editor: Last week the committee to recall Gary Moyer blamed us for delaying the recall process. On Sept. 2, 2021, RBC Clerk Campbell presided over a “hearing,” in which she should have recused herself (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Akk1OjKyWzg) in response to a protest that I filed on Aug. 13, 2021, challenging the recall[Read More…]
Letter: You, Rio Blanco Citizens, are cordially invited …
Dear Editor: … to attend the hearing of the presentation of the Rio Blanco County 2022 budget, as published in the Herald Times (HT) and online. This is an urgent plea for all Rio Blanco Citizens to be present on Tuesday, Dec 14, 2021, at 6 p.m. in the Board[Read More…]
Letter: Kudos to Sportsman’s Club on shooting range
Dear Editor: I had the pleasure of sighting in weapons at the new shooting range just before Thanksgiving. You’re fortunate to have such a fine facility with room to grow. The helpers were knowledgeable and energetic and the community should be proud. Thank you, Mike Bullen Grand Junction
Loose Ends: Let it dust?
“I can’t believe it hasn’t snowed much yet.” “It better be a white Christmas!” So many of us seem to be having these conversations right now. It is discouraging as we are so used to celebrating the holidays by going outside. Sure we can drive around and see the lights[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY: December 9, 2021
The Meeker Herald 125 years ago • The most foolish thing people can do is to sacrifice accuracy in the hope of insuring speed. • A Texas editor says: “Suffer little subscribers to come unto me, and forbid them not, for us such I pay the printers.” • The week[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: ‘Mental health will drive you mad’
We’re bringing you the latest installment in the “On Edge” series from the Colorado News Collaborative this week. The series — a deep dive into the embarrassing state of mental health care in Colorado — has local impact, and a bit of its roots can be traced to the story[Read More…]
Kaye’s Corner: Wreath creator extraordinaire
Christmas elf Gus Halandras works magic on his wreath making. You may know him as long-time Meeker resident, former mayor, Meeker Classic initiator, generous neighbor, and fun guy, but around Christmas, I think he is wreath creator extraordinaire. When driving by his house, I see that by Thanksgiving, he has[Read More…]