They didnt air there usual lineup. From 8-10pm instead of airing what was scheduled, I think they aired the Rifleman. Then at around 10:30 or so, ME-TV went black and had the color bars on the screen and then at 11pm had paid programming. Did this happen to anybody else?

I haven't noticed anything like that. Was it only for that one day or are they still doing it? If it was just that day it probably was a glitch or some kind of mistake etc. from the affiliate channel in your area.

It was just for the one day. It was weird though. I actually thought they were doing a tribute to James Garner but I dont think he was on The Rifleman.

it could been your local MeTV station that could cause that.