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PMC Birth Announcements July 19, 2013
Brittani Cochran and Neil Daniels of Lamar are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Iley Irene Daniels. Iley was born at 8:29 am on July 15, 2013. She weighed 7 lb 13.5 oz and measured 21 inches long. Trinity is happy to welcome her new sister home. Iley’s grandparents include Michelle and Gary […]
Fire Department Incident Reports July 16, 2013
Saturday, July 13 At 8:55 pm on Saturday, July 13, fire personnel were dispatched to a pulled fire alarm at 1110 East Olive Street in Lamar. While en route, personnel were advised that it was a false alarm. Upon arrival at the scene, the owner of the establishment was outside. Mr. Orozco advised that one […]
PMC Birth Announcements July 16, 2013
Tina and Salvador Bailon of Lamar are proud to announce the birth of their son, Salvador Vincent Bailon Jr. Salvador Jr. was born at 12:31 pm on July 12, 2013. He measured 5 lb 12.5 oz and 18 inches long. His grandparents Sherry Lyons, Frankie Gallegos, and Gonzalo Bailon welcome him. Congratulations to Tina and […]
Colorado State 4-H Conference
By Lacey Mann, CSU 4-H Extension Agent, Bent & Prowers Counties Southeast Area— District VI 4-H members invaded Colorado State University’s campus June 18 through 21 to participate and compete at the annual State 4-H Conference. The Southeast Area had over 22 youth, two adult leaders and two Extension agents leading the charge as 4-H […]
Pirates Invade the Lamar Public Library
Pirates invaded the Lamar Public Library during Preschool Story Time with Youth Services Librarian, Kelsey Thomas!
PMC Birth Announcements July 8, 2013
Donilda and Rudin Sabillon of Holly are excited to announce the birth of their baby girl, Kasandra Nicol Sabillon. Kasandra was born at 2:01 pm on July 4, 2013. She weighed 7 lb 7 oz. Congratulations to Donilda and Rudin on the birth of your daughter! Brianna and Travis Billings of Campo are the proud […]
New at the Lamar Public Library for the Week of July 5, 2013
Added to the Library Collection the Week of July 5, 2013 The Lost Fleet (#3) : The lost fleet: Beyond the frontier by Jack Campbell Lucky bastard (#3) : Lucky O’Toole adventure by Deborah Coonts Magician’s end (#3) : Chaoswar saga by Raymond E. Feist The man-eaters of Tsavo and other East African adventures by J. H. Patterson Midnight city (#1) : Conquered earth […]
New at the Lamar Public Library for the Week of June 26, 2013
Added to the Library Collection the Week of June 26, 2013 A delicate truth by John Le Carr The end games by T. Michael. Martin Fabric surface design by Cheryl Rezendes The fall of Arthur by J. R. R. Tolkien Five little monkeys jumping on the bed [board book] by Eileen Christelow Fun with the family Colorado : hundreds of ideas for day trips with […]
Dylan Wahlert Signs Letter of Intent with Lamar Community College
Dylan Wahlert signed a letter of intent to attend Lamar Community College this fall to be a member of the Runnin’ Lopes Rodeo team and pursue a degree in Alternative Energy. Wahlert graduated from La Junta High School in 2012 and attended South Plains College in Levelland, TX during the 2012-13 academic year. “Dylan will […]
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Hiring Park Rangers, District Wildlife Managers
Park Rangers DENVER. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife is accepting applications for new park rangers. Applications will be accepted until Friday, Aug. 2. State park rangers hold a diverse range of responsibilities due to the state’s geography, visitors and recreational opportunities. Rangers provide public safety, and assist in natural resource protection and management of the […]
Fire Department Incident Reports June 28, 2013
Friday, June 21 At 2:29 pm on Friday, June 21, fire personnel were dispatched to an aircraft standby at 3652 County Road GG.2 in Lamar. The Fire Department was called by DIA for an emergency landing of an airplane at the Lamar Airport. Upon arrival at the scene, the plane had landed safely. It was […]
PMC Birth Announcements June 27, 2013
Shawntay Melgosa and Henry Lundy of Lamar are the proud new parents of Gabriel Lee Melgosa. Gabriel was born at 2:45 pm on June 25, 2013. He weighted 8 lb and measured 23.25 inches long. His grandparents Annabelle and Justin Lundy along with Bernice Melgosa are happy to welcome Gabriel to the family. Congratulations Shawntay […]
Cheyenne Cearley Signs with Lamar Community College Rodeo Team
Cheyenne Cearley signed her letter of intent to compete for Lamar Community College’s Rodeo Team this fall. Cearley competes in barrel racing, goat tying, and breakaway roping and will pursue a degree in Horse Training and Management. To learn more about LCC’s Rodeo team contact Fred Sherwood at 719.336.1670 or fred.sherwood@lamarcc.edu.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Ready for “Operation Dry Water”
DENVER – Colorado Parks and Wildlife will be participating in Operation Dry Water June 28-30, as part of a nationally coordinated effort to reduce the number of accidents and fatalities related to boating under the influence (BUI). The mission of Operation Dry Water also brings awareness and education to recreational boaters about the dangers of […]
New at the Lamar Public Library for the Week of June 24, 2013
Added to the Library Collection Week of June 24, 2013 Adulting : how to become a grown-up in 468 easy(ish) steps by Kelly Williams Brown All Indians do not live in teepees (or casinos) by Catherine C. Robbins Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie And Hell followed with her : crossing the dark side of the American border by David […]
Chamber of Commerce Honkers and Lamar Eagles Donate to Local Charities
On Friday, June 21, 2013, members of the Lamar Chamber of Commerce Honkers met with representatives from two area nonprofit organizations to present them with donations. The Honkers and Lamar Eagles Aerie post 3898 partnered to raise funds for the Southeast Colorado Cancer Initiative (SECCI) and the Remember Foundation. The funds for these donations were […]
New at the Lamar Public Library for the Week of June 17, 2013
Added to the Library Collection the Week of June 17, 2013 Digging Snow Mastodon: discovering an Ice Age world in the Colorado Rockies by Harlan Coben Firefly Island by Lisa Wingate The Hit by David Baldacci How to Lead a Life of Crime by Kirsten Miller Impossible Odds: the kidnapping of Jessica Buchanan and […]
Caballeros & Clovers 4-H Camp a Success
Southeast Area – 4-H members from the Southeast Area and Las Animas County gathered June 12th and 13th for the inaugural area 4-H camp, “Caballeros and Clovers.” The camp was held in Kim at the Kim Equine Pavilion and Education Center. The main focus of the camp was to educate youth about the western lifestyle […]
CDOT Launches Share the Road, Friend Campaign
“Life has enough problems. Share the road, friend.” STATEWIDE—In an effort to reduce injuries and fatalities on Colorado roads, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) launched a statewide public awareness campaign that encourages all road users to uphold their mutual responsibility to share the road. Since 2002, Colorado has seen an increase in pedestrian fatalities […]
Fire Department Incident Reports June 18, 2013
Monday, June 17 At 4:18pm on Monday, June 17, Lamar Fire personnel were dispatched to a smoke alarm at 1102 S. 11th Street in Lamar. Upon arrival, fire personnel found that the home owner had burnt some food and there was no threat to life or property. The occupant was instructed to open her doors […]