The Meeker Herald — 125 years ago n Arbor Day was observed in Meeker in a truly public, spirited way. Our citizens, both ladies and gentlemen, turned out in force. Ninety-two trees were planted in two lines east and west parallel and 15 feet apart each way across the park[Read More…]
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“Grease — The Musical” receives standing ovation
Last Friday and Saturday the Meeker High School Drama Club presented “Grease — The Musical” to packed houses at the MHS auditorium.
Boesch breaks five-minute mile
Meeker High School freshman Jake Boesch broke the five-minute-mile time barrier last Saturday during a cold and rainy day in Rifle. Several other members of the Meeker track team set personal records (PR). The Meeker boys’ team finished second behind the host team and the girls placed sixth.
Letter to the Editor: What a good idea
Dear Editor: What a good idea! Wouldn’t it be great to turn on the TV and hear any U.S. president, Democrat or Republican, give the following speech?
Obituary: Paula King, May 25, 1921 ~ April 22, 2011
Paula joined her maker on April 22, 2011, at the age of 89. She was born in Waynesburg, Penn., to Henry and Bertha King. She lost her father at an early age and was raised by her mother and stepfather Harry Zimmerman.
Students from MHS attend FCCLA conference
Twenty-two delegates from Meeker High School were present among the 1,000 members, advisers, alumni and guests of Colorado Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) gathered at the Denver Tech Marriott from April 7-9 for the 2011 State Leadership Conference.
Loose Ends: Treasures hidden in view
The continued popularity of television’s “Antiques Roadshow” demonstrates how many people squirrel their family treasures away.
Chintala will give 2011 address
Longtime Barone Middle School teacher Greg Chintala will give the commencement address for the 2011 graduation ceremonies May 28.
After Hours tonight in Meeker
The Meeker Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to an “after hours” at Gofer Foods convenience store, home of Champs Chicken, today starting at 5 p.m.
Free fluorescent bulbs offered
Due to the change to energy-efficient lighting in Meeker Town Hall there are about 150 of the 48-inch T 12 fluorescent bulbs taken out.
Letter to the Editor: Water district opinion
Dear Editor: In response to Shawn Welder’s impassioned letter asking for support of the Yellow Jacket Water Conservancy District, some general background for the letter concerning the water rights position issue the district finds itself in and the feasibility study that the district has received grant money for, is needed.
Cowboys compete in two meets
The Cowboy track team continues to improve, qualifying more members for the state meet and several marking personal records in their events.
