RBC I Meeker’s Barone Middle School eighth-graders beat rival Rangely last week for the second time in two weeks. The BMS A team won 54-21, while the B team scrimmaged Rangely. “The girls played well,” said Meeker coach Deb Henderson. “The girls are really starting to understand the system.” Rangely[Read More…]
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Pioneers CEO resigns after board meeting
MEEKER I Not only is Pioneers Medical Center seeking two new doctors, it will be looking for a new CEO.
Letter: You get the Congress that you vote for
James Garfield, the 20th president of the United States, 1877: “Now more than ever before, the people are responsible for the character of their Congress.
Loose Ends: Monuments to things that matter
One can count the number of monuments in the White River Valley on one hand — unless the various and sundry bronzes honoring cultural traditions count. The two large blocks of granite honoring the soldiers and warriors at Milk Creek honors the memory of both groups.
4-H Club News: Beef Club
MEEKER | The first meeting of the 4-H Beef Club was held Jan. 24 at 5 p.m. at the fairgrounds. Lisa Walsh called the meeting to order. We elected officers: President is Morgan Neilson.
4-H Club News: Sheep and Goat
MEEKER | The first Sheep and Goat 4-H Club meeting of the year was Jan. 5. To start off, Morgan Neilson called the meeting to order. Taylor Neilson gave last year’s treasurer’s report. Morgan called roll.
County pulls out of talks on old school
MEEKER I The county has apparently determined the site of the old Meeker Elementary School building is not “suitable” for its needs.
Community grieves with Martin family
MEEKER I A family lost a son. A community grieved with them. But, in the midst of sadness, there was good news.
Student fundraiser Saturday at fairgrounds
MEEKER I Students planning a research and ecology expedition to the Sea of Cortez will hold a fundraiser supper and bingo night Saturday at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds, starting at 6 p.m.
CNCC classes remain open for registration
MEEKER | There are several CNCC Community Education Classes still open for registration. Many classes start in February. Registration for most classes is still open if the class has not started.
Ice Fishing Derby at Lake Avery Saturday
MEEKER I The ERBM Recreation and Park District is sponsoring a free Family Ice Fishing Derby at Lake Avery on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Those wishing to ride the bus to the lake should be at the Meeker Recreation Center by 8:30 a.m.
Rio Blanco Days Gone By
The Meeker Herald — 75 years ago Jan. 17, 1935 • With the White River valley blanketed with another heavy snowstorm there should be no drought in this section this year.
