Archive for May, 2011
Relay for Life, Requesting Food Donations for June 4-5 Event
The 2011 Relay for Life Committee of Lamar is asking for donations of food and drink items to be sold in the concession stand during Relay. Candy, soda, water, hot dogs, nachos, burritos, anything would be great. All money raised from the sales will go towards the 2011 Relay for Life of Lamar. There is […]
Southeast Colorado Drought Status – Portions Now at D4 Designation
Lack of significant precipitation for southeast Colorado has brought the current drought situation to a D4, (Exceptional) status for extreme southeast Baca County as of Sunday, May 22. The National Weather Service rates D4 conditions as follows: “Exceptional and widespread crop/pasture losses; exceptional fire risk; shortages of water in reservoirs, streams, and wells, creating water […]
Water/Sewer Problems Continue for Prosperity Lane
A water main leak and sewer pumps failures are driving up costs for members of the Prosperity Lane Sewer District. Ken Cullen and George Schmidt, Prosperity Lane Board members, approached the Prowers County Commissioners Thursday, May 19 seeking guidance on establishing a special assessment for district members to cover the cost of current repairs and […]
L-M Drug in Holly Sold
A Denver businesswoman has purchased the former L-M Drugstore in Holly and the accompanying second floor this past Monday, May 16. She also owns the Alamo Hotel in Lamar, and has plans for the alteration of both properties. The Alamo Hotel, purchased last year from the Lamar Housing Authority, has been converted into […]
Parker Wurst receives 2011 DEKALB Agricultural Accomplishment Award
Lamar, CO – Parker Wurst of Lamar High School was recently presented the school’s highest agricultural honor, the DEKALB Agricultural Accomplishment Award, sponsored by Monsanto Company. Wurst, the son of Brian and Bev Wurst, received the award for excellence in academics, leadership and agricultural work experience. Wurst’s significant experiences and accomplishments have included […]
Prowers Commissioners Make Board and Panel Appointments
Four residents were appointed to the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council Thursday, May 19. DeAnne Tyner, Freida Roberts and Lois Black were appointed as active members of the council, with Bobbie Thrall appointed as an alternative member. The commissioners accepted Tom Landis’ resignation from the Prowers Lodging Tax Tourism Panel. The commissioners conducted […]
How to Make Gardening Easier
By Wilma Trujillo The rising cost of many basic food items, coupled with a general downturn in the economy, is enough to make the idea of growing your own food look appealing. For some, it can become a real necessity. Besides, homegrown vegetables simply taste better. Gardening is an adventure complete with heat, rain, droughts, […]
Colorado Employment Situation April 2011
Employers in Colorado added 2,200 non-farm payroll jobs from March to April for a total of 2,228,200 jobs, according to the survey of establishments. Government declined by 100 payroll jobs and the private sector increased by 2,300. The unemployment rate decreased four-tenths of a percentage point to 8.8% based on household survey results. The labor force increased 5,300 to 2,691,800 […]
Lamar Days Parade Results
Motor Vehicle: 1st Place- Anna Carere 2nd Place Bill Elam 3rd Rolling Hills Cowboy Camp Horses: 1st Place – 1886 Covered Wagon from Pierce Homestead 2nd Place – Green Prairie Wagon, pulled by white Clydesdale horses 3rd Place – Single Saddle Entry, Rocky Ford, Little Princess Floats: 1st Place – MOPS 2nd Place- -Victory Outreach […]
Latest Colorado Drought Status from the Colorado Water Conservation Board
Based on the data and information provided to the WATF by the State Climatologist, the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the National Weather Service, and other experts, the WATF recommended the activation of Phase 2 of the State Drought Mitigation and Response Plan, and recommended the activation of the Agricultural Impact Task Force. These recommendations were […]
Lamar Retail Trades Plans for Summerfest/LCC Fall Students
Retailers and vendors need to sign up at the Lamar Chamber of Commerce for booth space for the June 4 Summerfest. Sidewalk sales and downtown entertainment events are being planned by the Lamar Retail Trades committee for that Saturday, from 10am to 4pm. Any retailer, or civic or social organization, should contact the chamber at […]
Prowers Lodging Tax Panel, on the Money Trail
Money, how much, and where is it coming from, were the main issues before members of the Prowers Lodging Tax Panel during their monthly meeting this past Tuesday, May 17. The panel is funded through a 2% tax levied on motels and hotels in the county. The taxes are collected quarterly, sent to the state […]
Softball Series Getting Closer
The Lamar World Series Committee is starting to finalize some plans, now that the Babe Ruth 16U Softball World Series is less than three months away. Committee members met this past Wednesday for an update on accomplishments and a listing of areas that still need to be covered. Volunteers are needed. That was driven home […]
Lamar Honkers Visit Freedom Financial Services
On May 13th the Chamber of Commerce Honkers visited Freedom Financial Services and presented them with their “Dollar of Profit” plaque. Freedom Financial Services is operated by Cathy L. Smotherman-Erickson at 313 South 5th Street, Suite 2 here in Lamar. Freedom Financial Services is a quality Mortgage Loan Originator. Loan types available from […]
Colorado Dept of Agriculture EHV-1 Update – Bent County Horses Monitored
LAKEWOOD, Colo. – The Colorado Department of Agriculture continues to investigate the spread of Equine Herpesvirus (EHV-1) in the state. Status as of 5/19/2011: 8 confirmed cases of horses with EHV-1 Two horses, which tested positive for EHV-1, were euthanized after showing severe neurological signs associated with the disease. 22 suspect cases. Suspect cases are […]
Lincoln School Closing
“No more pencils, no more books…” A Wednesday night tribute to Lincoln Elementary school in Lamar became a final reunion of sorts. Former students from years or decades ago arrived singly or as couples to catch up with others from when they were students there. In a cost-cutting move, the RE-2 school board recently made […]
3RD ANNUAL RELAY FOR LIFE GOLF TOURNAMENT
At the Spreading Antlers Golf Course, Golfers from Lamar and outlying communities competed this past Saturday in the Annual Relay for Life tournament. The event included thirteen 4 Person Teams who played 18 holes of “Scrambles” format. The tournament raised approximately $3800, which was directly donated to the Southeastern Colorado Cancer Initiative. These funds are […]
Obituary – John Ketcham
PRCA gold card member and past NFR team roper John Ketcham passed away unexpectedly at his home in Wiley, Colorado, on April 16. He was 66. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service, conducted by long-time friend, Rod Ahlberg, was held at 2:00 PM, Friday, April 22, 2011, at the Peacock Funeral Home in […]
Prowers Medical Group Awarded U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Contract
Prowers Medical Group announced today that it has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to provide primary healthcare services to area Veterans, effective June 1st 2011. The new VA Lamar Primary Outpatient Clinic (POC) will be located at 405 Kendall Drive Lamar CO. The VA Lamar POC is located in […]
Prowers Conservation District Recognizes Wiley Student
Wiley Senior, Taylor Wilson, was selected as the recipient of the Prowers Conservation District scholarship. Taylor is very involved with his school and community and will attend Lamar Community College this fall. The PCD would like to thank Taylor and all the other applicants who applied for the scholarship; the decision was a difficult one.
