Author Archive for Russ Baldwin
Urban Authority Okays Funding for Las Brisas
“Thank you for your consideration and for establishing this organization which can help fund business ventures and re-purpose existing businesses in town,” said Alfred Bergquist, during his attendance at the Monday evening meeting of the Lamar Redevelopment Authority. Lamar Mayor, Roger Stagner, had asked Mr. Bergquist if he had any comments regarding his grant application […]
George Gotto Begins PCDI Interim Executive Director Duties
George Gotto, the interim Executive Director for Prowers County Development Incorporated, held his first monthly meeting, Tuesday May 26. Gotto was recently hired by the economic development organization to replace the former executive director while the board members create a new job description for a permanent replacement. Gotto’s report to the board was brief, detailing […]
Marietta (Clay) Barnholt…September 8, 1935 – May 26, 2015
A Service of Celebration for former Lamar and Denver resident Marietta (Clay) Barnholt will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, June 5, 2015 at the Crossroads Church at the Northglenn Campus in Northglenn, Colorado with Pastor Kim Skattum officiating. Marietta was born on September 8, 1935 in Prowers County just outside of Lamar to […]
Abling Gets 10 Years…and Forgiveness
Marla Abling was sentenced to 10 years in prison for the death of 45 year old Rory Alba of Lamar in January 2013. Alba was found dead in her apartment in Lamar on South 9th Street, apparently struck by a blunt instrument and with an extension cord, wrapped tightly around his neck. The sentencing was […]
(Updated) Clara C. Weber…June 20, 1927 – May 27, 2015
A service of celebration for longtime Lamar and Wiley resident, Clara C. Weber will be held at 10:00AM on Friday, May 29, 2015 at Fairmount Cemetery with Ian Blacker of the Lamar Christian Church officiating. Per Clara’s request there will be no visitation. Mrs. Weber was born on June 20, 1927 at Ft. […]
Colorado Employment Situation April 2015
Employers in Colorado added 4,200 nonfarm payroll jobs from March to April for a total of 2,509,100 jobs, according to the survey of business establishments. Private sector payroll jobs increased 3,000 and government increased 1,200. According to the survey of households, the unemployment rate was unchanged from March to April 2015 at 4.2 percent. The […]
Billy Dykes…June 27, 1943 – May 23, 2015
A celebration of life for longtime Manzanola, Colorado resident, Billy Dykes will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, May 29, 2015 at the Peacock Memorial Chapel in La Junta, Colorado. Per Billy’s request cremation will follow the services. Visitation for Billy will be held on Friday, May 29, 2015 from 9:00AM until time […]
City of Lamar Can Take ARPA to Jury Trial over Repowering Project
The Senior District Court Judge, Scott Epstein, in the cases against ARPA by the City of Lamar and the Ratepayers comprised of several local business owners, ruled that although the Ratepayers case has no standing and their case was dismissed, the suits brought by the City of Lamar and Lamar Utilities Board can move forward […]
Southeast Area Extension Says – Rain Makes Grass–In Time!
Exciting times, we have finally received some rain in Southeast Colorado and it has covered a very large area. Amounts have varied, but everyone has received some. Optimism for the future is looking up, especially for agriculture producers. Winter crops are growing and the future for summer crops is bright. Grass is growing for livestock […]
Hazel Marie Grinstead…December 24, 1917 – May 22, 2015
Funeral services for Hazel Marie Grinstead of Syracuse, KS will be held at 10am MST, Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at Syracuse Cemetery with Rev. John Wright officiating. Calling hours are Tuesday, May 26 from 5pm to 8pm CST at Garnand Funeral Home in Lakin, KS. Burial will follow in Syracuse Cemetery. Hazel moved with her […]
Interim Librarian Expected Shortly
“The Lamar Library Advisory Board has been exceptionally helpful in providing a list of local candidates to act as the city’s interim librarian while we search for a full-time replacement,” explained Lamar City Administrator, John Sutherland, late last week. The city had announced the retirement of Debbie Reynolds as Librarian for the Lamar Public Library […]
Letter to the Editor: Relay for Life
To the Editor, We have seen many changes take place in politics and our economy. However, one constant is that many people are battling cancer and many others are supporting their loved ones each and every day. These realities make dollars donated and hours volunteered to the American Cancer Society in Lamar and Southeastern Colorado […]
New Road Can Pave the Way for New Commercial Development
Camino de Santa Fe was officially opened to traffic Friday, May 22, with a ribbon cutting attended by representatives from the City of Lamar, Prowers County, Lamar Chamber of Commerce and CDOT. Built by Lamar Public Works crews, this short stretch of roadway now connects East Parmenter to East Olive Street, between Wal-Mart and Dollar General. […]
Wildlife on the Move!
Spring migration is here: slow down, scan the roadsides for wildlife STATEWIDE – Springtime in the Rockies means wildlife are on the move again: deer and elk are migrating to their summer habitats, and that means they will be crossing highways in higher numbers. The Colorado Department of Transportation, Colorado State Patrol, Colorado Parks and […]
Lamar Zonta Club Recognizes Beverly Augustine for Years of Service
Beverly Augustine received special recognition from her fellow members for her sixty years of service to the Lamar Zonta organization during their May 12 meeting at the Rodeway Cow Palace Inn. Augustine was presented with a banner for the club in recognition of her being a Zontian since 1955. Zonta’s birthday was May 11, 1949. […]
Buxton – Turpin: Lamar Community College 2015 Alumni of the Year
(Lamar, Colorado; May 21, 2015) Bill Buxton and Gary Turpin were selected as the Lamar Community College Outstanding Alumni of the year. They were honored LCC’s Annual Antelope Night held on May 1. President John Marrin introduced Bill Buxton and Gary Turpin, remarking on their contributions to Lamar and the surrounding area as well as […]
New Time for Wiley Hay Days Parade
The Wiley Hay Days Parade will begin at 10am this year, on Saturday, June 20. The parade line up will begin at 9:30am on Ward Street and there are no entry forms or fee required to take part in the annual event along Main Street. The schedule of events begins on Friday, June 19 […]
Allen A. Scriven…May 26, 1939 – May 20, 2015
A celebration of life for lifelong Lamar resident, Allen A. Scriven will be held at 11:00AM on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at the Lamar Christian Church with Ian Blacker officiating. Interment will follow at Fairmount Cemetery in the Veteran’s Section with Full Military Honors under the auspices of the Lamar V.F.W. Post #3621 and […]
Norma Jean “Jeanie” McCormick…July 27, 1931 – May 19, 2015
Funeral services for Holly, Colorado resident, Norma Jean McCormick affectionately known as Jeanie will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 23, 2015 at the United Methodist Church of Holly with Rev. Kathy Leathers officiating. Interment will take place at the Holly Cemetery. Visitation for Jeanie will be on Friday, May 22, 2015 […]
Theresa F. Eisenhauer 1932 – 2015 – Harry D. Eisenhauer 1928-2015
A joint celebration of life memorial service for longtime Lamar residents, Theresa F. Eisenhauer and Harry D. Eisenhauer will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 30, 2015 at the Lamar Christian Church with Reverend Rory Gillespie of the Lamar First Presbyterian Church officiating. A private interment of their ashes will be held […]