Beginning Thursday, Dec. 12, food bank recipients should be aware of a new traffic flow pattern for pickup at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds in Meeker. Follow the provided signs and directions. For questions, contact RBC Fairgrounds Manager Nick Smith at 970-878-9498. Food Bank of the Rockies provides assistance in[Read More…]
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NEW RECORD FOR CHRISTMAS PROJECT
A big thank you to Meeker, Colorado, for your generosity and kindness. Meeker sent out 1,043 shoeboxes to Operation Christmas Child. These boxes are sending the Gospel around the world. Every shoebox gift is an opportunity for a child to hear the GOOD news of Jesus. Thank you each and[Read More…]
Meeker School Board discusses training costs and curriculum updates
MEEKER | The Meeker School Board of Education held its regular meeting last week at the Meeker School District building, with all board members present. High School Principal Amy Chinn and Elementary School Principal Michele Cheesman attended in person, while Middle School Principal Katie Johnston joined via Google Meet. The[Read More…]
History Lessons: Before email or voicemail, there was Victory Mail
RBC | Last month, we honored our veterans with a special day and this week we’ll remember the anniversary of Pearl Harbor (Saturday, Dec. 7). Every day should be one to thank them for their service. It was estimated in 2023 that there were 100,000 WWII veterans alive with a[Read More…]
GET YOUR SKATES OUT!
The “Skate on the Square” synthetic surface rink has been installed for the winter months over the basketball court between the courthouse and the justice center and will be part of the Meeker Meeker – Mistletoe Magic on Main festivities on Saturday, Dec. 7. The surface is suitable for ice[Read More…]
‘TIS THE SEASON
Santa’s elves, disguised as White River Electric Association employees, were out before the storm Tuesday morning putting up Christmas lights on spruce trees at the courthouse. Decorations are going up all over town in preparation for holiday festivities to come. NIKI TURNER PHOTO
Meeker trustees, staff tackle budgets, water lines and winter prep
MEEKER | The Meeker Board of Trustees held its regular monthly meeting last Tuesday night at the town hall, with all members in attendance. The meeting began with the approval of the agenda, which had no changes or additions. The board also approved the minutes from their previous meeting and[Read More…]
DOLLAR GENERAL OPENS
A new Dollar General store opened Tuesday, just east of downtown across from Valley Hardware in front of the Meeker Vet Clinic. The new store offers more shopping options for residents. NIKI TURNER PHOTO
HISTORY (Humor) LESSONS: Thanksgiving 2024
RBC | Hello, my name is Joe Turkey. You may have heard of my more famous brother, Thomas. Tom is often pictured this time of year wearing a Pilgrim hat and belt. Macy’s parade pays tribute to him with a giant inflatable every year. To me, he looks a bit[Read More…]
Pioneers Medical Center receives Top 100 Best Hospitals in America designation for joint replacement procedures
MEEKER | Pioneers Medical Center has been recognized as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement, adding to its numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital. Pioneers Medical Center has been recognized for its outstanding performance in[Read More…]
Shop at Home Week 2 – Nov 28th, 2024
Beauty and the Beast, Jr. Performances
With nearly 50 elementary and middle school performers, the Meeker Arts and Cultural Council (MACC) held three performances of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr. last weekend at Meeker High School, marking 15 years of MACC’s community theater productions.
