MEEKER | On the road again to Fruita, Colo., the Meeker Cowboy cross country team traveled to Fruita Monument High School and the Anna Banana Invitational at Snooks Bottom Open Space. Fifteen teams were in attendance, of which six were in the 2A class. Blue skies and climbing temperatures greeted the[Read More…]
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Letter: What if education was used as economic development?
Dear Editor: My kids would roll their eyes the moment I would say, “I have been thinking…” I would hear moans, groans, and “now what?” I can only assume its because I think outside of the box, I like to analyze, dismember concepts, things in general, and look at all[Read More…]
Rangely v-ball has tough time in Meeker match
RANGELY I Rangely’s JV and varsity volleyball teams had a tough time in Meeker. “It was difficult getting a flow together for both teams with unforced errors and missed serves,” said assistant coach Katie Toyne via email. “One definite bright spot on the match was Skylar Thacker with 15 digs[Read More…]
Cowboys trounce Skiers in doubleheader; 6-3 in league
MEEKER | The class 3A, Aspen Skiers, traveled to Meeker on Thursday, Sept. 20 for a softball double header against the lady Cowboys. Aspen and Meeker are in the same district and the wins over Aspen advanced the Cowboy overall record to 8-6 and improved their district standing. “Runs ruled Aspen[Read More…]
Ass Kissin’ …
Meeker teacher Greg Chintala was the “winner” of the Kiss the Donkey contest at Meeker FFA’s donkey ball fundraiser Tuesday evening. Winning team was the Blazing Saddles, sponsored by Goedert Construction and A-Z Contracting. Team members included Tannen Kennedy, Charlie Day, Brayden Woodward, Kyler Bland, Tristan Wille, James Amick, Kale[Read More…]
Rangely Homecoming follows the Yellow Brick Road
RANGELY I Rangely’s Homecoming week, themed The Wizard of Oz, kicked off Monday with a week of dress up days and will culminate Saturday night with the annual dance.
Panther jr. high football gets first win
RANGELY | The Rangely Junior High football team got their first win on Saturday, defeating the Soroco (South Routt County) Rams 44-30. Rangely jumped out to a 22-0 lead midway through the second quarter. Soroco battled back to cut the lead to 22-14 at the half. After halftime the Panthers[Read More…]
Meeker volleyball remains undefeated
MEEKER | It was another exciting week for Meeker Cowboy volleyball. The girls remain undefeated after a Thursday matchup against Rangely and a Friday blowout of West Grand. With a record of 12-0, the team will be continuing league play this coming week.
Community Calendar: September 27, 2018
– Tiny Open Gym begins Oct. 2, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the admin gym. Bring your one to four year olds to this free open gym to burn off some energy. A gym supervisor will be present, but will not lead organized activities. Max three children per parent/caregiver.[Read More…]
Public Notices: September 27, 2018
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS/PROPOSALS ANNOUNCEMENT MEEKER SCHOOL DISTRICT RE-1 OWNER’S REPRESENTATIVE SERVICES Meeker School District RE-1 is soliciting a Request for Qualifications/Proposals (RFQ/P) from candidates interested in Owner’s Representative services for building construction, with specific emphasis on Meeker High School and the Meeker School District Bus Garage. The RFQ/P is currently[Read More…]
Classifieds: September 27, 2018
**ANNOUNCEMENTS** The deadline for Freeman E. Fairfield semi-annual grant applications will be 5 pm, Monday, October 1, 2018. Applications may be mailed to PO Box 2302, Meeker, CO 81641 or delivered to Diane Dunham, 438 E. Market. Mailed applications must be received not postmarked October 1, 2018. VENDORS WANTED: for[Read More…]
HEADED TO STATE …
The seven Rio Blanco County athletes playing golf for the Rangely Panthers this season went to regionals in Gunnison Monday. Meeker’s Phil Arnold qualified for the state competition by shooting an 85. Meeker’s Pete Hanks shot a 99, Nick Massey, also of Meeker, shot 100, and Raiden Ganser of Rangely[Read More…]
