Author Archive for Russ Baldwin
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Commissioners Hear Rural Fire Department Report
Efforts to facilitate more effective communications between Kansas and Colorado border fire and emergency departments is making headway, according to Staffon Warn, Prowers County Emergency Operations Manager and Rural Fire Chief. Warn was issuing his quarterly operations report to the Prowers County Commissioners Thursday, October 24, stating the communications radio systems being used by bordering […]
Cecilia M. Gallegos…March 6, 1927 – October 22, 2013
Horber Funeral Chapel Mass of Christian burial for former Las Animas, Colorado resident Cecilia Gallegos will be held on Friday, October 25, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Las Animas, CO. Interment will follow at Bent/Las Animas Cemetery. Rosary will be held at 9:30 a.m. Visitation for Cecilia […]
Michelle LeAnne Larkin Bellomy…August 18, 1970 – October 17, 2013
Memorial Services for Lamar resident Michelle LeAnne Larkin Bellomy will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, October 26, 2013 at the Redeeming Love Church with Pastor Mark Viar officiating. Michelle was born on August 18, 1970 at Victorville, CA to Anthony Wayne and Connie Sue (Miller) Larkin and passed away on October 17, […]
Abling will Stand Trial in the Murder of Rory Alba
The Colorado “Make my Day” law will not apply in the case of Lamar resident, Marla Abling. Abling is charged with first degree murder in the death of Rory Alba on January 23, 2013 in Lamar. Her public defenders presented the “Make my Day” scenario during a six day immunity hearing to dismiss the charges […]
2014 City Budget Ordinance Passes First Reading
The Lamar City Council passed the 2014 budget ordinance on first reading during a rescheduled public hearing this past Monday night, October 21. The council will vote on the acceptance of next year’s budget during the regular council meeting on October 28. Light Plant Superintendent, Houssin Hourieh also presented an overview of the power plant’s […]
Judge Rules on Abling “Make My Day” Dismissal Motion Wednesday
Marla Abling will learn this Wednesday morning, October 23, if her defense lawyers were successful in their presentation of her actions under the “Make my Day” law in her immunity hearing in the January 23 murder of Rory Alba. He was found dead in her apartment in Lamar earlier this year. Judge Stanley Brinkley […]
Julia M. Bruce…July 4, 1923 – October 18, 2013
Funeral services for Holly, CO, resident Julia Bruce will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel in Holly, CO. Pastor Dale Fuhrmeister will officiate the service and burial will follow at the Garber Cemetery, south of Holly. Visitation will be held on Monday, October 21, 2013 […]
Bernadine Godinez…April 11, 1919 – October 19, 2013
A Funeral Mass for longtime Lamar resident, Bernadine Godinez will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, October 23, 2013 at St. Francis De Sales/Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Reverend Paul Ekeh officiating. A Rosary Service will be held prior to the Mass at 9:30 AM also at the church with Deacon Allan […]
ALCO Store in Lamar to Close
Abilene, Kan. (October 17, 2013) – ALCO Stores, Inc., has announced it will close its ALCO store in Lamar, Colorado. In making the announcement, Ricardo Clemente, Sr. Vice President for Store Operations, said, “The decision to close the store in Lamar was a difficult one. We have valued the opportunity to be a part of […]
Harold B. Kortz…September 3, 1922 – October 17, 2013
Horber Funeral Chapel Graveside services for Las Animas, CO resident, Harold Kortz will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at Fort Lyon National Cemetery in Las Animas, Colorado. Rev. Diane Hutson will officiate. Visitation for Mr. Kortz will be held from 1-5 p.m. on Monday, October 20, 2013 at Horber Funeral […]
Water–Electric Use Tied to City of Lamar Revenue
The monthly Utility Revenue Report from the City of Lamar shows decreases in all four categories for this past September and year-to-date summaries. Monthly sales of electricity are off 5.69% and 11.67% year to date. Sewer revenues are off 1.39% for September and down 0.48% YTD; Trash is down 2.63% for the month and […]
What to Do After a Car Crash – Trooper’s Corner
“Trooper’s Corner” What to Do After A Car Crash You’re going through an intersection or driving out on the highway, and suddenly you hear a CRUNCH! What just happened? What did I hit? Where did the other car come from? If you are involved in a car crash all of these questions may begin to […]
City Council & Utility Board Holding Special Public Meeting on Budget
There is a special joint City Council/Utility Board meeting scheduled for Monday, October 21, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. This meeting is to hold a public hearing for the 2014 budget and for a first reading of the budget ordinance. Brenda Van Campen Assistant to City Administrator City […]