Author Archive for Russ Baldwin
Share the Spirit Shoes Distributed
This past Friday, October 24th, was like an early Christmas for a lot of area school kids. They received a free pair of new shoes of their choice, paid for by the proceeds raised by the Share the Spirit fundraiser held earlier this month at Amache Farms. Close to $28,000 was raised from the […]
Updated: William D. Lenox, Sr….June 4, 1931 – October 25, 2014
A memorial service for longtime Lamar resident, William D. “Bill” Lenox, Sr. will be held at 1:00pm, Saturday, November 1, 2014 at the Lamar Christian Church with Ian Blacker officiating. Per Bill’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be no public visitation. Bill was born on June 4, 1931 at home north of […]
Steve Schemahorn…November 13, 1953 – October 24, 2014
A memorial service for lifetime Lamar resident, Steve Schemahorn will be held at 10:00am Wednesday October 29, 2014 at the Peacock Family Chapel with Pastor Mike Schneider will officiate the service and in-urnment will follow in the Fairmount Cemetery in Lamar. Per Steve’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be no public […]
CATTLE ON FEED – USDA Reports
COLORADO The number of cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in Colorado feedlots with a capacity of 1,000 head or larger was estimated at 840,000 head as of October 1, 2014. The latest inventory was 5 percent above last month’s inventory but 3 percent below October 1, 2013 inventory. The inventory included […]
Judge Denies Lamar’s Restraining Order Request Against ARPA & Syncora
The City of Lamar and Lamar Utilities Board were denied a request for a temporary restraining order against ARPA, Arkansas River Power Authority and bonding agent, Syncora Guarantee, during a hearing conducted this past Wednesday, October 22. A Senior Judge, Scott Epstein, ruled that the parties will have 90 days to come to some form […]
PMC Maintains Current Mill Levy for 2015 Budget
The Prowers Medical Center board of directors voted to maintain the current district mill levy at 2.7 mills for another year. The board is working to finalize the 2015 budget, but decided in favor of keeping it set instead of having to hold a last minute property owners district vote to increase the rate. Board […]
Jess Franco…August 30, 1915 – October 21, 2014
A Funeral Liturgy for longtime Lamar resident, Jess Franco will be held at 2:00PM on Monday, October 27, 2014 at the Peacock Family Chapel with Reverend Charlie Sena reciting. Per Jess’ request cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. Jess was born on August 30, 1916 at Winslow, Arizona to Joseph […]
Lamar Lions Generate Care Packages for Ft Lyon Residents
Several weeks ago, Lamar Lions, Dick Ramsay and Ken Callison put out a call for donations of everyday apparel for adults, simple furnishings such as lamps and rugs and cosmetic and hygiene items for the men and women residents at the Ft. Lyon Supportive Residential Community in Las Animas. The response has been tremendous. […]
Election News Update for Prowers County
ELECTION NEWS: Ballots have now been sent out to all active registered voters. If you have not received your ballot or you are not sure about your voter registration information, contact our office at 719-336-8011. You can also check your voter registration information online at: www.govotecolorado.com. If you have moved and didn’t update your […]
Halloween, Trick – Trunk or Treat Events (updated events)
Here’s a rundown of some of the Halloween events that have been scheduled around Prowers County this year. (UPDATED INFO): The annual Partners for Progress Fundraiser Haunted House at 210 West Elm Street will open its creaky doors to general admission October 24-25 and 30-31 at 7pm for $5 admission. Small Fry Haunted […]
Letter to the Editor: State Senator Crowder on Water Wants and Wastes
Like many western states, Colorado faces a looming water shortage. Front Range cities have been especially vocal about it, saying they need more water to meet the demand of their growing populations. However, these cities are literally drowning in water. It’s just being delivered irresponsibly. Rather than fixing the true problem, water from Southern […]
Lodging Panel Funds Snow Goose Festival
The 13th Annual High Plains Snow Goose Festival received a $9,000 donation from the Prowers County Lodging Tax Panel, about $1,000 less than they had requested, during the Panel’s monthly meeting this past Tuesday, October 21. The Festival was the only item on the donation agenda. Shawna Hodge, Lamar’s Main Street Director, told […]
Betty L. Sandoval…December 18, 1946 – October 18, 2014
Mass of Christian burial for Betty Sandoval will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 24, 2014 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Las Animas, Colorado with Father Matthew Wertin officiating. Interment will follow at the Bent/Las Animas Cemetery. Rosary will be held at 9:30 a.m. Betty Lou (Trujillo) Sandoval was born December […]
Erma Agnes Winters Murrah…July 16, 1926 – October 14, 2014
Erma Agnes Winters Murrah was born July 16, 1926 and departed this life on October 14, 2014. Erma was born to Inez Armstrong Winters and Charley Winters in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado. Erma grew up in Cheyenne County between Arapahoe, Cheyenne Wells, and Kit Carson. Erma attended school at all three towns, but mostly at […]
Bucky J. Murdock…November 13, 1928 – October 13, 2014
Bucky J. Murdock passed peacefully from this life into eternal rest with his Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ, Monday evening, October 13, 2014. He was at home on his beloved farm in Sheridan Lake, Colorado with his children and special friend Dran Mozisek. He was 85 years old. Bucky was preceded in death […]
Linked in Pink Activities Round Out October
Local medical providers are sponsoring several information seminars and outdoor events to highlight the annual Linked in Pink, Breast Cancer Awareness Campaigns held in local settings across the country. Women and their families are invited to the LCC Wellness Center, Saturday, October 25 from 9am to 1pm, for a ‘Git Fit and Relax’ event. A […]
LHS DECA Program Begins Coat Drive
Lamar— October 15, 2014 — The annual Lamar High School DECA Coat Drive is now underway. Drop-off boxes are located at Thriftway, Safeway, Walmart, and LHS. Cold weather gear such as coats, sweaters, gloves, and hats are needed. This yearly community service project is used to help children and adults who are in […]
Colorado Employment Situation, September 2014
Nonfarm payroll jobs increased 14,600 over the month from August to September, to 2,464,500 jobs, according to the survey of business establishments. Private sector payroll jobs increased 14,700 and government decreased 100 over the month. Colorado has had 35 consecutive months of payroll job gains. According to the survey of households, the unemployment rate […]
Sisneros Hearing for October 22
Mykel Sisneros is now facing murder charges relating to the death of Rudy Ray Munez. Sisneros last appeared in Prowers County District Court in late September for a hearing. The 21 year old Lamar resident was first charged with second degree assault against Munez who was discovered beaten, in an alleyway in the 100 block […]
Zordel Replaces Trowbridge as County Undersheriff
Ron Trowbridge has resigned to take the position of Director with the Hotline County Connection effective October 20, 2014. I have appointed Sam Zordel to the position of Undersheriff effective October 20, 2014. Sam has been with the Prowers County Sheriff’s Office since September 21, 1996. He started in the jail as a detention deputy, went to […]