Town of Meeker Public Works staff have been moving excess snow from the streets to the county fairgrounds to prepare the track for Meeker Skijor this weekend. Races begin Saturday, December 30, at 10 a.m. Niki Turner Photo
Tag: Snow
HOPE SPRINGS …
… eventually, at least here in western Colorado. An “atmospheric river event” has brought more precipitation to our region during the first official week of spring. | PAT DAGGET/VISIT MEEKER COLORADO PHOTOS
SURVEY SAYS
This little fellow spent a good deal of time puttering about our snowy Meeker landscape this week, and seemed to be quite at home. Although we’re thankful for the moisture, we think he’d feel differently if he had to shovel his way out every few days like the rest of[Read More…]
Colorado 2023 snowpack at above normal levels in most basins
Aided by a significant series of storms starting after Christmas and continuing into the New Year most major basins in the state are now holding well above normal amounts of snow water equivalent (SWE) for this time of year. Currently only the Arkansas and Rio Grande River basins have a[Read More…]
Snowy Scenes
The first snow of the season Oct. 23 dusted pumpkins and more in Rangely and Rio Blanco County. Photos by Katie King
WACKY WEATHER
In true Rocky Mountain spring fashion, Rio Blanco County experienced massive wind gusts, temps in the seventies, temps in the 30s, sunshine, snow and everything in between–all in the course of a few days. We could do without the wind, but the wacky weather hasn’t phased the county’s fluffier residents,[Read More…]
Avalanche danger moderate, shifting
RBC I Backcountry enthusiasts should be aware that avalanche danger is shifting due to a combination of warm weather and recent snowfall. Colorado Avalanche Information Center’s (CAIC) Brian Lazar highlighted more than 700 avalanches in the last week of February, including large avalanches near Marble and Crested Butte. Lazar said[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY: January 20, 2022
The Meeker Herald 125 years ago • Large quantities of self control are necessary to keep jokes free from malice. • Scarcity of time is often pleaded as an excuse for want of inclination. The Meeker Herald 100 years ago • If all the undesirable people killed off the rest[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY: Dec 30, 2021
The Meeker Herald 125 years ago • There is nothing like hard work to settle unruly nerves. • Men who have to be taught will never be great leaders either in thought or action. The Meeker Herald 100 years ago • It was a white Christmas at Meeker this year.[Read More…]
Winter travel season underway in Natl. Forest
The White River National Forest winter travel season is underway. During the winter season, all wheeled vehicles, including bikes, are limited to plowed routes to protect snow conditions for winter recreation and to protect road quality. “These winter regulations are an important part of keeping the White River National Forest[Read More…]
Loose Ends: Let it dust?
“I can’t believe it hasn’t snowed much yet.” “It better be a white Christmas!” So many of us seem to be having these conversations right now. It is discouraging as we are so used to celebrating the holidays by going outside. Sure we can drive around and see the lights[Read More…]
BLUE SKIES …
The snow is well on its way out of the valley, at least until Colorado decides to mix it up, which happens approximately every hour or so. This week’s weather featured beautiful mid-70 temps, followed by the mid-20s and a slushy snow storm. | SOPHIA GEODERT PHOTO
Come say hi!
Join the Meeker High School Drama department for their production of Emma TONIGHT for opening day! Performances through Saturday at 7pm. Tickets are $5 and is a family friendly production.
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MHS senior Ryan Sullivan pitching for the Cowboys against Steamboat. Coming off a series of wins against Monte Vista, Steamboat and Cedaredge, the Cowboys play Grand Valley on Saturday, April 20. RHS junior Marcos Quintana pitching for the Panthers. The Panthers play the Aspen Skiers today at home following wins against Dove Creek on April 13.
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The Rangely Preschool Registration Health Fair is tomorrow, April 19th from 8:30 am to 2pm!
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This year’s batch of Mormon crickets are beginning to hatch. Above is a picture of an immature cricket compared to a dime. JANE TURNBURKE PHOTO Read more online at ht1885.com.
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Join Home.Made for their Spring Cleanout Sale for discounts, new spring styles, and preordering your Mother's Day flowers!
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On April 4, the Meeker Lions Club installed new shelving units for the New Eden Pregnancy Care Center. New Eden asked the Lion’s Club to help them come up with more storage for items within the building, and the Lion’s Club raised money to purchase shelves. OPAL MUNGER PHOTO
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Why are we all so mad? Hear from our Editor in her column this week online at ht1885.com.
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