Patriotism comes in many different actions, feelings and opinions. When we are in elementary school we stand up for the pledge because it’s what our classmates are doing. We take our hats off in buildings because the teachers tell us to, but what is the true meaning of patriotism?
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We’re readying ourselves for the annual festival of abundance: Thanksgiving. And while we plan our menus around turkey and stuffing and corn and green bean casserole, a truly authentic Thanksgiving feast wouldn’t have had most of those items. Instead, they ate such delicacies as roasted eel. Try putting that out[Read More…]
Obituary: Josephine Katherine Clapper Feb. 10, 1922~Nov. 5, 2010
Josephine Katherine Clapper Feb. 10, 1922~Nov. 5, 2010 Josephine (Josie) Katherine Davis was born Feb. 10, 1922, to Gene and Helen Davis in Meeker. She left us on Nov. 5, 2010. Josie attended elementary school at the old Rock School on Strawberry Creek and high school in Meeker. She married[Read More…]
Patriotism still matters
To some people, patriotism is a big deal. To some, it means nothing. Many people are asking, does patriotism still matter? Nowadays people don’t even know the true definition of patriotism. This country was built by patriots like John Hancock, Sam and John Adams and Betsy Ross.
Rio Blanco County Days Gone By
The Meeker Herald — 125 years ago • The Meeker school opened Nov. 2 with an attendance of 30. The expected books have not yet arrived. • The bar attached to the Pioneer Hotel is a model of neatness and beauty. Jesse Black will preside behind the mahogany.
National Weather Service lists winter tips
Winter is just around the corner. When a warning is issued, will you know what it means and will you know how to respond? During this Colorado Winter Weather Prepared-ness Week, review the list of winter weather products, as well as warning and advisory criteria.
KEEPING BUSY: Ed Coryell
Profession, passions keep Meeker’s Ed Coryell on the go MEEKER I Rancher. Branding inspector. School board member. Fair board president. Youth sports referee. Yes, Ed Coryell likes to keep busy. “I don’t know how he does it,” said his son-in-law and ranching partner Shane Phelan. “I know he has a[Read More…]
Patriotism, does it matter?
Patriotism is something we should know the meaning of, whether or not we consider ourselves patriots. It does matter and it should matter to you and your country. Respect is one of the biggest parts of being a patriot. Under this falls the importance of taking your hat off and[Read More…]
Weinbrecht joins staff at ERBM Park and Rec
MEEKER I Michael Weinbrecht began his new position Oct. 11 with the Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan Recreation and Park District. “We’re happy to have Michael aboard. With his diverse background in recreation, he will be a great addition to our staff and be able to help us meet the needs[Read More…]
Fundraiser set for Kacey Pozorski
MEEKER I Kacey Pozorski and her parents are in Minnesota, where 4-year-old Kacey is undergoing treatment for a rare brain tumor. But Kacey and her parents are in the thoughts and prayers of family and friends back home in Meeker. They will have a fundraiser Friday night for the Pozorskis.[Read More…]
Threats land man in mental health facility
MEEKER I Sheriff’s deputies responded to a 911 call Oct. 26 when a 47-year-old man from Delta was “threatening to kill everybody.” The call came in about 6:45 a.m. when the man left the bunkhouse at the Curtis Cherry ranch and said he was “heading over to the building where[Read More…]
Meeker Elementary gym reopens
MEEKER I After more than a month, the gym at the new Meeker Elementary School has reopened. The gym was closed Oct. 6 because of safety concerns after it was discovered the east wall had shifted away from the roof. The gym remained closed while repairs were made.
