Teresia “Terri” Ruckman Reed served as the Grand Marshal for Meeker’s 140th Range Call Fourth of July Parade last week, leading the celebration in honor of this year’s theme, “Women of the West.” A descendant of early pioneers, Reed continues her family’s legacy through her work at the White River[Read More…]
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From Meeker to the rainforest: Students explore science abroad
MEEKER | “I figured if I could go again and help, why not? I love helping,” said senior Alex Garcia, who has traveled on Meeker High School’s ecology trip not once, but twice. “My interest for the earth has increased, and these trips have shown me what I can do[Read More…]
Elevating every bite: On the Grapevine joins Off the Olive Branch
MEEKER | Whether it’s a regular weeknight or a special occasion, deciding “what’s for dinner” can be an adventure—or an aggravation. And if you ask any foodie, no good meal is complete without the right beverage to complement the menu. Off the Olive Branch, Meeker’s small gourmet grocery, can help[Read More…]
Meeker trustees appoint Madison as replacement for Nielsen
MEEKER | Meeker’s Board of Trustees approved the appointment of another board member to fill the seat vacated by Scott Nielsen last Tuesday. There were three applications: Dr. Bob Dorsett, Jan Zuber and Jeff Madison. Trustees thanked the applicants for their thorough resumes and asked questions about their reasons for[Read More…]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR – July 10th, 2025
Babysitter Training Course July 11-12 MEEKER | ERBM Recreation & Park District is hosting a Babysitter Training Course for teens ages 12–18. The program will cover basic childcare, leadership, professionalism, safety, and how to start a babysitting business, as well as Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications from the[Read More…]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – July 10th, 2025
Questioning hospital board’s decision Dear Editor: Thank you for printing Paul “Buckshot” Sheridan’s letter to the editor “Taxpayers urged to consider value of seven-person board for hospital district,” in the June 26, 2025 issue of the Rio Blanco Herald Times and thank you for being a platform the past 140[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: Meeker school district accredited with distinction, again
Many of our community members know that student learning is held in high regard in the Meeker School District. During the 2024-2025 school year, several external metrics showed outcomes validating that student learning is our primary goal. In the fall of 2024, we shared with our community that the Meeker[Read More…]
HISTORY LESSONS: Thomas Baker: Meeker Founders
Thomas Baker was born Nov. 8, 1852, in either Bristol, Gloucestershire or Somersetshire, England, depending on the source. I believe he grew up in Somersetshire. As far as I can tell his parents, George Baker and Elizabeth White, never came to America. Thomas ventured alone to Ottawa, Canada in 1872,[Read More…]
MUSEUM MUSINGS: Letters from history No. 90
White River Agency , Colorado September 17,1879 Sir: Your message of 13th instant received today, there is no particular change either for worse or better. No plowing is done, nor will till it can be done in safety. It remains to be seen whether the business and industries of this[Read More…]
Helicopter crash claims life of Meeker resident
PRESS RELEASE MEEKER | Meeker resident Thomas Prenzlow, 59, died last week when his helicopter, a privately owned MD500, crashed northeast of Meeker sometime on Wednesday, June 25. According to a press release, the Rio Blanco County Communication Center received notification on Wednesday, June 25, at approximately 8 p.m. that[Read More…]
Meeker Police Department makes arrest in child sexual assault and exploitation case
PRESS RELEASE MEEKER | A press release issued late Friday, June 27, from the Meeker Police Department announced the arrest of Gypsy Josh Soul, formerly known as Joshua David Solt, a 35-year-old male and former local business owner, on Friday, June 27 for multiple charges, including sexual assault on a[Read More…]
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – July 3rd, 2025
Gratitude Dear Editor: I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to the community for the warm welcome I’ve received as a newly appointed member of the Town Board of Trustees. Your support and encouragement mean a great deal to me as I embark on this journey[Read More…]
