March 10, 1936 ~ Aug. 14, 2021 Pauline Kathryn Rodgers Smith of Meeker, Colorado, was born in Newton, Kansas on March 10, 1936 to Alvin and Mabel (Ratzlaff) Rodgers and passed from this life on Aug. 14, 2021 at 85 years of age. Pauline grew up in Claflin, Kansas. After[Read More…]
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New format for Jammin’ Lamb Fest this year
MEEKER | People visit the Meeker Classic to watch the dogs and to experience the community of Meeker and all it has to offer. Along with that comes the craving for lamb. Many “lamb” traditions have surrounded the annual Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials for thirty-four years–barbecues, sheepdog trials and[Read More…]
MORE MUSTANGS …
Two West Douglas mustangs have been added to the auction lineup for this weekend’s Meeker Mustang Makeover, Aug. 28. The small horse is “Lil Jefe (little boss)” and the larger is “Two Bits.” Visit longhornvideoauctions.com to register to bid.
BREW NEWS …
Smoking River Brewing Co. officially opened to the public this week, and there’s something for every palate with six different varieties of beer on tap, with more to come. All of the brews are made in-house with locally grown hops. Check out Smoking River Brewing Co. at their 101 E.[Read More…]
BACK TO SCHOOL …
School is officially in session across Rio Blanco County. Meeker students returned this week, including (left) Rhett Ducey and (right) elementary school music teacher Shana Holliday with Isabel Elder.
Grand re-opening for Country Raised store Aug. 27
Jeremy and Cherlynn Muxlow are the new owners MEEKER | When former Meeker resident Makala Barton opened Country Raised — a boutique retail shop specializing in rustic home decor and furnishings — the store quickly became a community favorite with a loyal following. Barton sold the store to Samantha Lopez[Read More…]
Rodeo standings heading into final
MEEKER I Heading into the final rodeo of the 2021 summer season, here are the current standings or first and second place. Competitors who have made it to at least seven of the 10 rodeos are eligible for the year-end top price. First place overall in each category will win[Read More…]
NYC vs. Meeker
MEEKER | As you can probably guess, living through a pandemic in the heart of New York City is a lot different than rural and spacious Meeker, Colorado. For me, the two places have contrasted almost completely in my day to day experiences; however, I have noticed a surprising amount[Read More…]
Local piper, drummer to perform at Meeker Classic this year
MEEKER I Every year at the Meeker Classic Championship Sheepdog Trials, the sound of bagpipes and drums can be heard from everywhere on the field. These tunes often catch the attention of younger patrons due to the unfamiliarity of it all. Meeker siblings Zeke and Iris Gianinetti are among those[Read More…]
Obituary: Theralyne Marie (Wilson) Dull
April 17, 1943 ~ July 16, 2021 Theralyne Marie Dull, 78, of Denver, Colorado, went to be with the Lord on July 16, 2021. She was born on April 17, 1943 in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, and was the daughter of the late Ed and Betty Wilson and beloved wife of the late[Read More…]
MHS SENIORS RETURN …
ERBM discusses projects, pool, priorities at special meeting
MEEKER I As tax revenue freefalls in Rio Blanco County, special districts are facing difficult decisions about where, when and how to spend increasingly limited funds, and the ERBM Recreation & Park District board is no exception. The full board of directors met Tuesday, Aug. 10 to discuss capital improvement[Read More…]


