RBC I Next week as Meeker opens its doors for the 2021 Meeker Classic, much will be the same as it has been for 34 years. It still takes a community to pull the event off – you need open space, good sheep and good dogs. That first Meeker Classic[Read More…]
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Obituary: Doris Jean Welle
Jan. 20, 1928 ~ Aug. 26, 2021 Doris Jean Welle of Meeker, Colorado, passed away Aug. 26, 2021, at the age of 93. Doris is survived by her sons, Richard Welle (Cindy) and Thomas Welle (Jill); grandchildren William “BJ” (Joely), Holli Leiva (Jason), Jacob (Abby), Raymond Welle; great-grandchildren Chase, Cason,[Read More…]
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GYMKHANA …
The Meeker gymkhana series started June 1 and ended Aug. 10. Gymkhanas were held on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds. “We had a great turn out this summer with contestants from several towns in Northwest Colorado. We are looking forward to an even better turn-out[Read More…]
Meeker traffic citations spike with I-70 closure
MEEKER I At its regular meeting Aug. 17, the Town of Meeker’s Board of Trustees heard from Chief of Police Eddy Thompson about traffic on Market Street during the I-70 closures. Traffic citations spiked during the closure of I-70 through Glenwood Canyon. The board also heard from Public Works Superintendent[Read More…]
Pauline Kathryn Rodgers Smith
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…]
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…]
