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Days Gone By: April 12, 2018

The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – This would be a nicer country to live in if so many of us didn’t have the idea that we were put here to regulate the affairs of the other fellow. – The Limekiln school will close Friday, April 19, with an entertainment,[Read More…]

Days Gone By: February 15, 2018

The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – Some people are so constituted that they are disappointed when their worst suspicions fail to come true. – Oil prospecting is now a live issue in this county. – Harry Kincher, who recently returned home after spending several years on the coast,[Read More…]

Days Gone By: October 26, 2017

The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – LOST—A black and white, long-haired dog, about 8 months old; has a black head and a bob tail. Return to Mrs. David Smith and receive reward. – The notice which appears in these columns regarding Halloween deviltry means what it says. For[Read More…]

Days Gone By: October 19, 2017

Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – One day last week O.L. Banner and his younger brother, Frank, were walking in a cow trail, half a mile north of the old LaKamp ranch on upper White River; happened to see one rattlesnake; having a 22-rifle with them, commenced to fire;[Read More…]

Days Gone By: September 28, 2017

The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – The woman who was too modest to wear a slit skirt and expose her calf four years ago is now wearing a skirt that exposes both knees. – Never run into debt if you can find anything else to run into. –[Read More…]

Days Gone By: September 14, 2017

The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – The British Tommy’s definition of a “Slacker” as given in the dictionary of the trenches is: “An insect who stays back in England and lets other men do the fighting.” – You can’t worry and be glad at the same time—so just[Read More…]

Days Gone By: August 24, 2017

The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – Rev. Nelson made a missionary trip to Rangely this week. – The Meeker Hotel register was covered this week with Oklahomites. This White River country seems to have an attraction for the people from Governor Haskell’s state. – Ed. Wilber left his[Read More…]

Days Gone By: August 10, 2017

The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – Flora-Derma Beauty Treatment: Our unnoticeable enamel, applied as directed, gives a transparent look to the face. – M.M. Weller of Strawberry, was placed under arrest Thursday by Sheriff Lyon, charged with cattle rustling. – The Needle Club met with Mrs. Babcock and[Read More…]

Days Gone By: August 3, 2017

The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – H.H. Joy of Meeker, well known in Craig, this week was appointed Western slope general sales agent for the Maxwell and Overland automobiles with headquarters at Grand Junction, to which place he shortly will go from Meeker. n Of the 200 tickets[Read More…]

Days Gone By: July 27, 2017

The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – The main reason a drunken man thinks he is interesting is because he is drunk. – Things Worth Knowing: A few drops of oil of lavender poured into a glass of very hot water will purify the air of a room almost[Read More…]

Days Gone By: July 20, 2017

The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – The Herald was served with a “Black Hand” notice this week. Our detective reports that the sable-hander is a big man who wears glasses and number 13 shoes and that he lives out in the Sheridan Park region. – Never judge a[Read More…]

Days Gone By: July 6, 2017

The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – The secret of happiness is never to allow your energies to stagnate. – Rev. Nelson left Thursday morning on a missionary trip through Moffat County. – The Oldlands are now sporting a handsome auto delivery wagon. And so we progress in the[Read More…]

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  • On April 4, the Meeker Lions Club installed new shelving units for the New Eden Pregnancy Care Center. New Eden asked the Lion’s Club to help them come up with more storage for items within the building, and the Lion’s Club raised money to purchase shelves. OPAL MUNGER PHOTO
The Rangely Panthers track and field team traveled to Grand Junction this past weekend to compete in the Phil Wertman Invitational. Catch up online at ht1885.com.
The Rangely Panthers track and field team traveled to Grand Junction this past weekend to compete in the Phil Wertman Invitational. Catch up online at ht1885.com.
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Natalie Kracht took first in her 100M heat for the MHS Cowboys at the Glenwood Springs Invitational last weekend. Read the full story online at ht1885.com.
Natalie Kracht took first in her 100M heat for the MHS Cowboys at the Glenwood Springs Invitational last weekend. Read the full story online at ht1885.com.
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Join the Meeker High School Drama department for their production of Emma TONIGHT for opening day! Performances through Saturday at 7pm. Tickets are $5 and is a family friendly production.
Join the Meeker High School Drama department for their production of Emma TONIGHT for opening day! Performances through Saturday at 7pm. Tickets are $5 and is a family friendly production.
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MHS senior Ryan Sullivan pitching for the Cowboys against Steamboat. Coming off a series of wins against Monte Vista, Steamboat and Cedaredge, the Cowboys play Grand Valley on Saturday, April 20. RHS junior Marcos Quintana pitching for the Panthers. The Panthers play the Aspen Skiers today at home following wins against Dove Creek on April 13.
MHS senior Ryan Sullivan pitching for the Cowboys against Steamboat. Coming off a series of wins against Monte Vista, Steamboat and Cedaredge, the Cowboys play Grand Valley on Saturday, April 20. RHS junior Marcos Quintana pitching for the Panthers. The Panthers play the Aspen Skiers today at home following wins against Dove Creek on April 13.
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The Rangely Preschool Registration Health Fair is tomorrow, April 19th from 8:30 am to 2pm!
The Rangely Preschool Registration Health Fair is tomorrow, April 19th from 8:30 am to 2pm!
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It's that time again, another Thursday full of news! Make sure you grab your copy and stay up to date! 
Prefer the digital edition? Subscribe today on our website and choose between print and online only, whatever is better for you! Check us out at ht1885.com/subscribe! 
As always, we are so grateful for all the continued support from our amazing community!
It's that time again, another Thursday full of news! Make sure you grab your copy and stay up to date! Prefer the digital edition? Subscribe today on our website and choose between print and online only, whatever is better for you! Check us out at ht1885.com/subscribe! As always, we are so grateful for all the continued support from our amazing community!
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This year’s batch of Mormon crickets are beginning to hatch. Above is a picture of an immature cricket compared to a dime. JANE TURNBURKE PHOTO Read more online at ht1885.com.
This year’s batch of Mormon crickets are beginning to hatch. Above is a picture of an immature cricket compared to a dime. JANE TURNBURKE PHOTO Read more online at ht1885.com.
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Join Home.Made for their Spring Cleanout Sale for discounts, new spring styles, and  preordering your Mother's Day flowers!
Join Home.Made for their Spring Cleanout Sale for discounts, new spring styles, and preordering your Mother's Day flowers!
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On April 4, the Meeker Lions Club installed new shelving units for the New Eden Pregnancy Care Center. New Eden asked the Lion’s Club to help them come up with more storage for items within the building, and the Lion’s Club raised money to purchase shelves. OPAL MUNGER PHOTO
On April 4, the Meeker Lions Club installed new shelving units for the New Eden Pregnancy Care Center. New Eden asked the Lion’s Club to help them come up with more storage for items within the building, and the Lion’s Club raised money to purchase shelves. OPAL MUNGER PHOTO
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