MEEKER | The Meeker School Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting last week for the month of May. Board President Bill DeVergie, Vice President Tom Allen, and board members Ann Franklin, Joe Nieslanik, Heather Sauls, and Tony Theos were in attendance that evening. Board Secretary Hanna Borchard and[Read More…]
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Teacher recognition
At the school board meeting on Monday, the Meeker School District honored Nancy Richardson for 15-plus years of service to our school district as a volunteer, paraprofessional, substitute teacher, and (most recently) classroom teacher. She is relocating to Texas at the conclusion of this school year. We also honored Kathy[Read More…]
Obituary – Kenneth A. Mannel
May 16, 1940 ~ May 23, 2025 Kenneth A. Mannel passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, at the age of 85 with his family by his side. Ken was born May 16, 1940, in Grand Junction, Colorado, to John and Roberta Mannel. He grew up in Meeker, Colorado, attending[Read More…]
Funeral Notice – Robert Steven ‘Steve’ Brubaker
May 23, 1948 ~ Nov. 16, 2024 Robert Steven (Steve) Brubaker, of Morganton, North Carolina, passed away on Nov. 16, 2024, in his home. Brubaker was born May 23, 1948. He worked in the corporate agricultural sector most of his life with John Deere Financial, in addition to spending a[Read More…]
On research: Felix Bloch and MRI technology (Part 3)
RBC | This is the final article in a series documenting the importance of scientific research in our economy and the role of research universities in driving innovation. Those universities and their research labs are presently under threat. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) provides one example of the process of[Read More…]
MHS CLASS OF 2029
This year’s incoming class of high school freshman have graduated from eighth grade at Barone Middle School and taken orientation at the high school.
Meeker’s 13U baseball team secures top seed, championship berth
MEEKER | What does it take to build a successful youth baseball team in Meeker? The 13U Meeker Blue squad is showing that hard work, teamwork and strong community support go a long way. The team has delivered an exciting season, and last Saturday’s game was no exception. As Meeker[Read More…]
Meeker youth archery competitors prep for outdoor nationals in July
MEEKER | Several local youth archers recently traveled to the Cameo Shooting and Education Complex to compete in the Colorado State S3DA Outdoor Target and 3D Archery Tournaments. About 70 participants from across the state competed for the title of state champion. The target tournament was held on the first[Read More…]
CAPS IN THE AIR!
Graduates tossed their caps at the close of the graduation ceremonies in Meeker last weekend. The program for the Class of 2025 is included in this week’s paper. NIKI TURNER PHOTO
Colorado is Real ID ready
PRESS RELEASE RBC | As the federal REAL ID deadline takes effect, Governor Jared Polis and the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) are proud to announce that the state is more than ready, with 96% of all driver licenses and identification cards (IDs) issued in Colorado being REAL ID-compliant[Read More…]
Wildfire Awareness Month encourages Coloradans to live wildfire ready
PRESS RELEASE RBC | Wildfire is a part of nature in Colorado, but drought, high winds and warmer temperatures are increasing wildfire risk, while at the same time, more people are moving into wildfire-prone areas. Just under half of all Coloradans live in the wildland-urban interface and are at risk[Read More…]
Colorado called to shape historic America 250-Colorado 150 celebration
PRESS RELEASE RBC | As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary and Colorado marks 150 years of statehood, the America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission is inviting businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions and local governments across the state to help bring this once-in-a-generation commemoration to life. Through the campaign[Read More…]
