MEEKER | With the 4th of July fast approaching, the county would like to share some important information regarding traffic flow and parking during the upcoming celebrations. To help ensure a safe and organized event, please note the following logistics: • The south gate of the facility is walk-through only—there[Read More…]
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Trick rider coming to rodeo Aug. 10 + July 27 results
Photos by Kim Ekstrom MEEKER | #12 Team Roping – Troy Allen/Levi Allen #8 Team Roping – Joe Wood/Levi Allen Dally Ribbon Roping – Leah Wood/Levi Allen Open Breakaway – No Winner Ladies Breakaway – Paula Cooper Jr. Breakaway – No Winner Open Barrels – Avrial Hankins Jr. Barrels –[Read More…]
Annual craft and gift show returns to Meeker this weekend, Nov. 4-5
The community is invited to enjoy the many talents and accomplishments of our local and area crafters Friday, Nov. 4, and Saturday, Nov. 5 at the Rio Blanco County fairgrounds. It’s a great time to pick up one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones, and handmade décor for your home. Show[Read More…]
Jammin’ Lamb Fest moving to Fairgrounds
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 35 years – barbecues, sheepdog trials and[Read More…]
HopeWest cornhole tournament fundraiser this Saturday, Sept. 25
MEEKER I From horseshoes to lawn darts, croquet to badminton, backyard games have long been a part of backyard entertainment. In recent years, “cornhole” has skyrocketed in popularity. This simple backyard game that anyone can play now has professional leagues, big prize money, and devoted fans. Locally we’ve seen tournaments[Read More…]
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…]
Register now for RBC Backyard BBQ competition
RBC I Do you know good BBQ? Register now as a chef for the RBC Backyard Cookoff, during the Rio Blanco County Fair on Aug. 6! The cookoff will have a two meat (chicken and ribs) competition and People’s Choice Category for a chance to win! Prizes total $3,500 and[Read More…]
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…]
2020 Meeker Craft and Gift Show Nov. 6 and 7
UPDATE 3:45pm Thursday November 5, 2020: This event has been cancelled due to an increase in COVID-19 cases. UPDATE 3:45pm Thursday November 5, 2020: This event has been cancelled due to an increase in COVID-19 cases. RBC | The community is invited to enjoy the many talents and accomplishments of[Read More…]
4-H enrollment and sledding party Jan. 5
Meeker | Current and new 4-H members join us Jan. 5 from 4-7:30 p.m. for sledding and tubing at Paintbrush Park followed by chili and hot chocolate at the RBC Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall. Please bring your own sled. The CSU extension agent, 4-H program director and local 4-H leaders will[Read More…]
Racing in the Rockies
Meeker’s Kelsey Tate won the second round of the open division in the Racing in the Rockies
Grand Champion …
The Rio Blanco County Horse Show was held last weekend at the RBC fairgrounds in Meeker and “Zandy,” pictured with 11-year-old Lila Klinglesmith was the grand champion gelding.
