Kenda Slaugh and her family (left) organized the Out of the Darkness Community Walk in Meeker last Saturday in partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), sponsored by New Earth Spiritual and Metaphysical Healing. JESSE MCCANN/DID I SHUTTER PHOTOGRAPHY MEEKER | In 2015, Kenda Slaugh lost her best friend[Read More…]
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2023 quilt show highlights
MEEKER | Some fortunate young women will receive scholarship assistance for their higher ed endeavors thanks to P.E.O.’s successful 2023 quilt show. Featuring 118 never-before-displayed quilts, this year’s event attracted nearly 300 visitors. The local P.E.O. Chapter BA in Meeker sponsors this annual event as its primary fundraiser. More than[Read More…]
Ain’t it Grand …
The 34th annual Colorado Grand rolled into downtown Meeker Tuesday with 100s of classic cars and thousands of dollars in donations for the Meeker Lions Club and HopeWest. Volunteers served the group lunch before they set out on the next leg of their journey.
That Classic magic …
The 36th annual Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials entertained hundreds of attendees this past week. Here are some photos from the event.
Forest Fun
All Aboard
Meeker was visited by the Colorado Airstream Club during the Meeker Classic. They brought with them a large donation to the Meeker Food Bank. Willie Delgado, the organizer of the food drive, has been collecting donations since February, and even asked his friends and loved ones to donate nonperishables in[Read More…]
Welcome Back to School! New And Returning Faces at MSD
By Chris Selle | MSD Superintendent MEEKER | I am proud to be a Meeker Cowboy! Much of that pride results from the excellent educators who work in Meeker School District RE-1. As with any school year, we have made wonderful additions to our staff and are excited that the[Read More…]
Welcome to the Classic!
Faansie Basson: finding balance with sheep and life By Anne S. Hatch MEEKER | There is a well-kept secret. In early September, as summer slowly slips into the rearview mirror, people flock to Meeker, Colorado, a small town located 225 miles west of Denver and 100 miles northeast of Grand[Read More…]
Meeker Mustang Makeover Results
Here are the full results: Under Saddle Horses (3 years old and Up) ages 15 and up for trainer Grand Champion: Clara Phillips and Ruidoso, from Nunn, CO $6,000 Reserve Champion: Alicia Rodriguez-Alexander and Amiguito, from Wellington, CO $2,250 3rd : Kylie Pflueger (17) and Tito, from Nunn, CO $4,000[Read More…]
ERBM talks 2024 budget
MEEKER | ERBM Recreation District’s board of directors had a short meeting Aug. 15, 2023, discussing 2024 budget overview and upcoming process, addressing accessibility/safety concerns, and the Circle Park improvement project for which the district is currently seeking contract proposals. During regular business the board approved the creation of an[Read More…]
Summer Send – Off
Mountain Valley Bank hosted their annual Summer Festival downtown last Saturday. The event provides an opportunity for local nonprofits like HopeWest to raise funds by providing activities and treats to festival-goers. Everyone who attends receives $5 in “Bank Bucks” from MVB to spend at the booths. Participants could trade tickets[Read More…]
AG WEISER VISIT
LUCAS TURNER photo Colorado State Attorney General Phil Weiser and staff visited with hospital staff and local representatives at Pioneers Medical Center last week. Discussion revolved around Meeker’s potential, including outdoor recreation, county-owned fiber and low crime rates, and limiting factors like lack of housing and childcare. Weiser also surveyed[Read More…]
