MEEKER | Each year the Meeker Classic Memorial Scholarship is dedicated in honor and memory of exemplary individuals that have been involved with the Meeker Classic, but have now passed away. The recipients of the 2017 Meeker Classic Scholarships will receive their award in 2018—their scholarships are in honor of[Read More…]
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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.
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…]
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…]
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…]
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…]
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.
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.
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.
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…]
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…]
Photos: Meeker Classic Championship Sheepdog Trials 2016
