Although we’re all hoping for more snow to keep us out of drought and fire territory this summer, the first official signs of spring are beginning to pop up, and they are a welcome sight. | PAT DAGGETT PHOTO
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Cemetery board discusses jobs, benefits at workshop
MEEKER | The three-member Meeker Cemetery District board met Thursday, Feb. 25 to discuss potential changes and alterations to the district’s employment structure in a work session. The district has gone through several personnel shake-ups in the past five years, with former employees stating in public meetings they were forced[Read More…]
Town appoints Lockwood to vacant trustee seat
MEEKER | Meeker resident Chris Lockwood was sworn in as one of the town trustees on Tuesday. Lockwood will complete the term vacated by Pat Turner, who resigned in February, and be eligible to run in the 2022 election. Lockwood also serves on the Meeker Planning Commission. Lockwood and Jared[Read More…]
Two BMS students win regional math competition; MES Principal Kathy Collins to retire
MEEKER | Barone Middle School students Sam Hightower and Tucker Chinn were celebrated at Monday’s school board meeting for winning first and second place in the regional MathCounts contest. The MathCounts club meets twice a week after school to practice. Of the six students participating this year from BMS, Hightower[Read More…]
ITS A WAY OF LIFE …
The It’s a Way of Life Community Club met Feb. 16 at 6 p.m. The highlight of the meeting was the coffee cup suet bird feeders. Each member brought a coffee cup and the club supplied the materials for the STEM project. The club elected 4-H Council representatives Luke and[Read More…]
LIGHT IT UP …
Meeker Sand and Gravel’s ski-themed float rolled down Main Street during Saturday’s Parade of Lights. The event is sponsored by the Meeker Chamber and is usually held in December, but was postponed this year due to the pandemic and coincided with the second annual Meeker Skijor.
SKIJOR RETURNS
The second annual Meeker Skijor event held last Saturday and Sunday at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds was a success, with close to 100 teams competing from multiple states Final results were expected to be posted at the Meeker Skijor Facebook page this week. New this year, the full event[Read More…]
Meeker Sanitation senior citizen sewer rate reduction program
MEEKER | If you live in a household with one family member who is 65 years or older, as shown by a birth certificate, school records, and military discharge documents or other supporting documentation acceptable to the Meeker Sanitation District, you may qualify for a reduced sewer rate. Eligible households[Read More…]
Snowdy …
A snow cowboy across from the Meeker post office became a bit of a sensation last week, with some residents stopping to snap selfies with the frigid fellow. His presence brought plenty of smiles. | CAITLIN WALKER PHOTO
Meeker Driver’s License Clinic Dates
MEEKER | Meeker Driver’s License pop-up clinic dates will be as follows Afternoons: 1-4:30 p.m. Mornings: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Appointment required – no walk-ins allowed. Call 720-295-2965 or go to the website: mydmv.colorado.gov for an appointment. Jan. 14 afternoon and Jan. 15 morning Feb. 11 afternoon and Feb.[Read More…]
Let’s Make Tracks
Growing up in Meeker in the ‘70s, I always looked forward to winter because it was a great time for outdoor activities. In those days, snowmobiles were just becoming popular, but were still a little financially “out of reach” for many of us. As a result, we had to come[Read More…]
MHS students start fundraiser
MEEKER | Meeker High School students Ainsley Selle and Savannah Mendenhall have recently created a program called Hope for Healing Hands, designed to give back to healthcare workers, EMTs, school staff and administrators, and law enforcement. The idea started when the two students saw how COVID-19 has impacted those on[Read More…]
