Dear Editor: The Rio Blanco County Historic Courthouse, built in 1935, has been designated by the History Colorado State Register of Historic Places and by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service National Register of Historic Places as a part of the Meeker National Register Historic District, as[Read More…]
Latest News
Summer Rodeo Series Results: August 9
MEEKER | Ladies Breakaway (place, name, time) 1, Deena Norell, 2.8 #8 Header (place, name, time) 1, Kristen Egger, 8.7 2, Kristen Egger, 9.1 3, Lavender Castaldo, 12.2 #8 Heeler (place, name, time) 1, Cody Edinger, 8.7 2, Zane Edinger, 9.1 3, Cody Edinger, 12.2 #11 Header (place, name, time)[Read More…]
Nishiko Thelen named to dean’s list
MEEKER | Nishiko Thelen was named to Fort Lewis College’s dean’s list for the spring 2018 semester. Thelen’s major is business administration. To be eligible for dean’s list, a student must carry a semester GPA of 3.6 or better in no fewer than 15 credit hours of graded college level[Read More…]
Sasquatch Sighting …
Meeker’s inaugural hosting of Rinehart’s R100 Tournament (and their life-size sasquatch target, above) was a hit, with 461 participants taking on the 100 target course on Sulphur Creek last weekend. The site coordinator said the event will return next year, likely earlier in the summer to avoid the heat. For[Read More…]
Where’s the water going?
MEEKER I Since reports of record-breaking Meeker water usage came to light last month, questions have ensued.
Guest Column: What is the Blue Zone?
RBC | I went to my aunt’s 100th birthday party last month. It was fantastic, nearly 50 family members attended. My aunt is still mobile, cognitively sharp, makes her bed every morning, exercises three to four times a week, attends church and is very outspoken. After blowing out candles on her[Read More…]
JV softball team opens season with doubleheader against Fruita
MEEKER | The Lady Cowboys softball team opened their season Saturday, Aug. 11 with a JV doubleheader against Fruita High School. Both games ended tied 10-10. “A strong showing from returning players and new athletes alike,” said head coach Brianna Williams. Freshman Hailey Knowles pitched in her first high school game[Read More…]
#CabinLakeFire Update: August 17, 2018
Quick Facts Fire size: 5,727 acres and 29 percent contained Structures lost or damaged: 0 46 residences, 81 other structures threatened Location: 16 miles southeast of Meeker Start date July 29, 2018 Cause unknown, under investigation Total personnel: 326 Closures remain in effect for the White RIver National Forest as[Read More…]
Letter: Fritzlan thanks those addressing river’s algae bloom
Dear Editor: I want to thank the people who stopped the algae growth at the 23 mile marker and down. The river will in time clean away all dead stuff at the bottom. The river and forest has been items I feel it is our main tourist attractions and needs[Read More…]
Corrections
Last week we reported coverage of the Rangely Town Council’s special meeting regarding the position of town manager. We incorrectly reported that Town Attorney Paul Benedetti was in attendance and advised the council. The Town Attorney present was Dan Wilson. We regret the error. Last week we ran a correction[Read More…]
Community Calendar: August 16, 2018
– Inflatable Pool Party at Meeker Recreation Center Pool. 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 17. All the games and inflatables will be out for this pool party before you head back to school! Normal pool fees apply. ERBM Recreation & Park District 970-878-3403 – Weekly Wanderers Fridays from 9 to 10:30[Read More…]
First day of school …
Rangely’s students headed back to school last week. For short bios of Rangely School District’s eight new teachers, see page 6A. Meeker schools start Monday. CONRADO QUEZADA ESCANDÒN PHOTO
