‘Reality control’, they called it: in Newspeak, ‘doublethink’.” ~ George Orwell, 1984 There’s a saying about consistency: “What you do every day matters more than what you do once in a while.” In July I signed up for ladies’ golf classes — a first for me — in an effort[Read More…]
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR – July 31, 2025
First annual FUNdraising Games set for Aug. 8-9 Dear Editor: For more than 30 years, Wendll’s has always been about the hoopla, cheering on the locals who support us all year, while promoting our local businesses, the great communities of Meeker and Rangely, along with the beautiful White River valley[Read More…]
MUSEUM MUSINGS: Letters from history No. 92
White River Agency, Colorado September 29, 1879 To E. S. HAYT, Commissioner, Washington, D.C.: Major Thornburgh, Fourth Infantry, leaves his command 50 miles distant and comes today with five men. Indians propose to fight if troops advance. A talk will be had tomorrow. Captain Dodge, Ninth Cavalry, is at Steamboat[Read More…]
LOOSE ENDS: Are you going to the dinner and dance?
Are you going to the dinner and dance this year?” is the annual question usually asked by county residents at the beginning of the summer. If the answer was a resounding “yes!” then you didn’t have to answer the second question: “How long have YOU lived here?” The residency requirement[Read More…]
HISTORY LESSONS: Meeker’s Founders — Charles Dunbar
EDITOR’S NOTE: In preparation for the Town of Meeker’s 140th birthday in September, we are publishing the histories of the Town’s founders who’s names are listed at the White River Museum and on the plaque on the boulder in front of the courthouse. If you would like to participate in[Read More…]
FROM V.F.W. POST 5843: Partnering for Patriotism – How local businesses can support the VFW and American Legion
In the heart of Meeker, Colorado, local businesses play a vital role in both the economy and the vibrant community spirit. A significant way to enhance this sense of community is through partnerships with organizations like the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and the American Legion. Collaborating with these esteemed[Read More…]
Back-to-back wins and breakout rides mark Meeker Rodeo’s sixth week in the 2025 series
MEEKER | From a blistering 89-point bull ride to a lightning-fast 2.58-second breakaway run, Week Six of the Meeker Summer Rodeo Series delivered high-level competition and standout performances from both returning champions and new winners. The night opened with the open team roping event, where Meeker local Kash Atwood and[Read More…]
Meeker rec softball teams wrap up season with strong tournament showings
MEEKER | The 8–10 and 11–13-year-old recreation center softball teams wrapped up their seasons last weekend as both squads hosted end-of-season tournaments in Meeker. The 11–13 team hosted their tournament at Paintbrush Park, where they faced Rifle 1 in the semifinal round. It was a hard-fought game, and Meeker[Read More…]
Shults wraps up, Stallings steps up: FCCLA builds future leaders at Meeker High School
MEEKER | For Aimee Shults and Autumn Stallings, the recent National FCCLA Leadership Conference was more than just a competition — it marked the culmination of years of dedication, teamwork, and personal growth. Shults, who graduated from Meeker High School this spring, closed a proud chapter of her high school[Read More…]
ERBHSD reviews financials, apartment use, billing transparency and more in July meeting
MEEKER | The Eastern Rio Blanco Health Service District board held its regular July meeting last week at Pioneers Medical Center with all board members present. The day began with the board’s financial meeting, where members reviewed fiscal reports and discussed shifting hospital funds from out-of-district bank accounts to local[Read More…]
OBITUARY – Celesta Rose Mullen
Sept. 28, 1946 ~ July 23, 2025 Celesta Rose Mullen, 78, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in Denver, Colorado. She was born on Sept. 28, 1946, in Minot, North Dakota, to the late Patricia and Lawrence Schmidt. Celesta was a woman known for her[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY – July 31st, 2025
Meeker Herald ~ 125 years ago Burnham Smith had the misfortune to have the fingers of his left hand mashed Thursday at the Cross-Bar-Z ranch at the mouth of North Elk Creek. The little fellow was working around the water wheel which is used to run the grindstone and other[Read More…]
