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Meeker Classic a finalist for documentary

MEEKER | The Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials is one of six finalists in the “Colorado Experience” viewers’ choice contest produced by Rocky Mountain PBS. The winning topic is turned into a half-hour episode to air as part of the historical documentary series in the fall. To vote, visit http://woobox.com/cxtj4v.

March 30, 2018 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Meeker board gets Classic stats

MEEKER | The Meeker Town Board of Trustees held a brief regular meeting Tuesday in which they approved the preliminary step toward annexing property east of town along Hwy. 13 that currently houses Valley Hardware and the former BLM building. There will be an April 3 public hearing on the annexation.[Read More…]

February 14, 2018 by editor Comments are Disabled

Jammin’ Lamb …

courtesy photo The contestants in the first annual Jammin’ Lamb competitions were Scott Creecy with spiced ground lamb tacos with Israeli salad topping; Clint Shults with roasted lamb shoulder with butter garlic rosemary rub; Ben Cunningham with Kentucky-style barbecue lamb shoulder with green Hatch chili and cheesy grits; Pioneer Medical[Read More…]

October 16, 2017 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Edwards and ‘Coup’ win Meeker Classic

MEEKER | Twelve dogs and their handlers, out of the 130 dogs that started the competition last Wednesday, competed in the Meeker Classic Sheepdog Trials finals Sunday. Dennis Edwards and his four-year-old male dog, Coup, from Sundance, Wyo., emerged the champions with a score of 137 points. Joni Tietjen and[Read More…]

September 15, 2017 by Reed Kelley Comments are Disabled

31st annual Meeker Classic sheepdog trials start Sept. 6

MEEKER | There’s always something new happening at the Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials and this year is no exception. There are new workshops, a photography competition to complement the annual art contest, and a whole new take on the lamb cook-off. In its 31st year, the Meeker Classic continues[Read More…]

September 2, 2017 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Meeker Classic coming Sept. 6-10

MEEKER | The 31st annual Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials begin Wednesday, Sept. 6. Get your tickets now at the Meeker Chamber of Commerce or at Wendll’s, or visit bit.ly/2wqJPB7 to buy online. For a complete schedule of events, including new attractions this year, see www.meekersheepdog.com.

August 29, 2017 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Meeker Classic coming Sept. 6-10

MEEKER | The 31st annual Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials begin Wednesday, Sept. 6. Get your tickets now at the Meeker Chamber of Commerce or at Wendll’s, or visit bit.ly/2wqJPB7 to buy online. For a complete schedule of events, including new attractions this year, see www.meekersheepdog.com.

August 23, 2017 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

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Meeker Classic coming Sept. 6-10

MEEKER | The 31st annual Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials begin Wednesday, Sept. 6. Get your tickets now at the Meeker Chamber of Commerce or at Wendll’s, or visit bit.ly/2wqJPB7 to buy online. For a complete schedule of events, including new attractions this year, see www.meekersheepdog.com.

August 15, 2017 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Meeker Classic director receives tourism award

Meeker | As part of a statewide tour of eight Colorado communities, in conjunction with National Travel and Tourism Week, representatives from the Colorado Tourism Office visited Meeker via bus last Thursday as part of the second annual Discover Colorado Roadshow. Tourism is one of the largest economic generators in[Read More…]

May 19, 2017 by editor Comments are Disabled

Meeker Town Board begins 2017 budget discussions

MEEKER I It’s budget season again. The Meeker Board of Trustees began discussion on a draft of the 2017 proposed town budget at the Sept. 20 meeting, following a tour around town to review street maintenance and repair needs and other capital projects. According to Town Administrator Scott Meszaros, a[Read More…]

October 1, 2016 by editor Comments are Disabled

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Photos: Meeker Classic Championship Sheepdog Trials 2016

September 23, 2016 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled

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PEO Winning Quilt …

The PEO Quilt in the Country show was held last weekend. A riot of colors, shapes and designs were displayed at the Fairfield Center in Meeker and all proceeds benefitted educational assistance and opportunities for women. The Paper Doll quilt, pictured above, won the 2016 Viewer’s Choice Award. The[Read More…]

September 20, 2016 by Caitlin Walker Comments are Disabled