Archive for October, 2013
Fire Department Incident Reports October 31, 2013
Wednesday, October 23 At 11:43 am on October 23, fire personnel were dispatched to 702 East Oak Street in Lamar on report of a possible structure fire. Prowers County Dispatch advised fire personnel that the occupants had stated they had heavy smoke in the basement in which there should be no fire load. Upon arrival […]
Over 50 Students Attend First Session of “Sunday Night Tutoring”
Lamar Community College Learning Support Services and TRiO department has initiated a retention initiative that is designed to further enhance the education experience of Lamar CC college students. Helping students learn and keeping them actively engaged in their academic studies is the ultimate goal of this retention initiative. Although, the college currently offers over fifty-six […]
Lamar Utilities Board Approves 2014 Budget, Cook Leaves for City Council
The Lamar Utilities Board approved the budget for 2014 for Lamar Light and Power operations, tabled from their October 15 meeting. One portion of the budget focuses on the Lamar Repowering Project. Those expenses are funded through ARPA, Arkansas River Power Authority. The other portion determines the revenue requirements needed from electric retail rates consisting […]
Letter to the Editor/Public Comment: US-287 Reliever Route
At the September 19, 2013, Public Hearing for the US-287 Reliever Route, held in Lamar; I asked about the “cost comparison” of the East vs. West – Hwy 287 reliever route alternative. The response of the CDOT representatives was “cost was not a factor, in making a determination”. — I am […]
CPW Seeks Information about Pronghorn Poaching Incident
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeking information about a poaching incident that occurred in southeastern Colorado near the town of Kim. The carcass of a small buck pronghorn was found on a parcel of Comanche National Grassland west of Las Animas CR 179 otherwise known as the Villegreen rd. on Oct. 6. On the afternoon […]
PCDI Gaining Income on Washington Street Rental Property
The Prowers County Development Incorporated board of directors voted to adopt the general operating budget for 2014, as well as the incentives property budget. Portions of the former Big R warehouse on East Washington Street have been rented over the past several months and a formal annual budget is warranted. Office space is being […]
Valco Property Annexed, 2014 City of Lamar Budget Adopted
The Lamar City Council passed the 2014 budget on second reading during the Monday evening meeting, October 28, as well as the ordinance to levy and collect taxes for fiscal year 2014. The council conducted a public hearing regarding the annexation of 108 acres into the city limits for the former Valco Ponds, now known […]
Marlene R. Specht…May 30, 1965 – October 25, 2013
A funeral service for longtime Lamar resident, Marlene R. Specht will be held at 2:30 PM on Friday, November 1, 2013 at the Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Jerry Ellis officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 31, 2013 from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM and Friday from 9:00 AM until […]
Elmer B. Gruenloh…November 12, 1918 – October 27, 2013
A Mass of Christian Burial for lifetime Lamar resident, Elmer B. Gruenloh, will be held at 10:00 AM Monday November 4, 2013 at the St. Francis de Sales/Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Lamar with Reverend Charles Sena as Celebrant. Burial will follow in the Fairmount Cemetery in Lamar. Full Military Honors will […]
Dedication of Bent’s New Fort Panels Draws Huge Crowd
On October 19th, over 100 guests got to walk on the site of Bent’s New Fort…something that few people had (legally) done in over 160 years. On that day new panels commemorating the site were unveiled and guests were able to tour the remains of the famous trading post that William Bent established in 1849 […]
Robert L. Hurley…September 10, 1942 – October 18, 2013
A graveside memorial service for longtime Lamar resident, Robert L. Hurley, will be held on Friday November 1, 2013 at 1:00 PM at the Fairmount Cemetery in Lamar. Mike Martin will officiate the service. Per Robert’s request cremation has taken place and there will be no public visitation. Robert L. Hurley was born […]
CDOT Encourages Motorists to Prepare for Winter
STATEWIDE– This week, October 20 through October 26 is Colorado Winter Weather Preparedness Week and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is encouraging Coloradans to prepare their vehicle for the winter ahead. “We have already experienced winter weather in many areas across the state and we know it can strike again at any time,” said […]
Mike Blakely to Visit Lamar Public Library, Give Free Concert
Editor’s Note: The Concert Has Been Canceled! Author, Singer and Songwriter Mike Blakely will be giving a free concert on Monday, November 4 at 7:00pm in the Lamar Public Library’s Cultural Events Center. Lamar Public Library is so very excited to offer Lamar and Southeastern Colorado with this wonderful opportunity to see one of the […]
Prowers County Youth Pheasant Hunting Clinic
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is holding a Youth Pheasant Hunt on Nov. 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Higbee State Wildlife Area. Youth must be between 10 and 15 years of age, have a hunter education card, a small game license and be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Bring your hunter […]
Money Saving Ideas from Southeast Area Extension Says
Looking for ways to save money Between the weak economy, the drought, and the federal shutdown, many families are apprehensive about the future. If you’re looking to cut expenses to make your future more secure, here are some suggestions: 1. Establish and use a spending plan! Beginning on the first day of a new month, […]
CDOT Unveils New Transportation Plan Website
CDOT UNVEILS NEW STATEWIDE TRANSPORTATION PLAN WEBSITE DENVER – The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has launched a new website in coordination with the development of the 2040 Statewide Transportation Plan which identifies future needs for Colorado’s transportation system and establishes a transportation vision for the state. The website, http://coloradotransportationmatters.com/, is designed to engage Coloradoans […]
Two Locals Arrested
On October 24, 2013 officers contacted Roman Gameros, 28, of Lamar, and Marco Enciso Jr, 29, of Hartman, in the 400 block of Sharon Drive after they were observed acting in a suspicious manner. Gameros was removed from the vehicle after he attempted to hide a syringe from officers. Gameros was found to have two […]
Teen Motor Vehicle Fatalities Rise in 2012, Reversing Positive Trend
National Teen Driver Safety Week, Oct. 20-26 STATEWIDE—Parents of teenagers may think they don’t have influence on their kids, but when it comes to safe driving, they do — and it could mean the difference between life and death. From 2004 to 2011, rates of motor vehicle crash deaths among 15- to 19-year-olds in Colorado […]
PMC Birth Announcements October 25, 2013
Katrina and Thomas Bateman of Lamar are proud to announce the birth of their first child, a girl named Noelani Jo Marie Bateman. Noelani was born at 12:54 am on October 21, 2013. She weighed 6 lb 15.5 oz and measured 20 inches long at birth. Her grandparents Candy and Dave Mason, and Cindy and […]
Bargains Rule for Moonlight Madness
Moonlight Madness fans enjoyed perfect weather this past Thursday evening, whether roaming the streets of downtown Lamar in search of a bargain, doing a little trick or treating in various stores, or gazing at the artistry on display at the Shore Arts Center. The annual event featured dress up time for adults and kids with […]
