Author Archive for Russ Baldwin
Lamar Utility Board Holds Regular Meeting
The Lamar Utility Board members held a brief, general meeting on Tuesday, November 26, before going into executive session to discuss legal advice on specific legal questions. The September 2013 financial report was given by Light Plant Superintendent Houssin Hourieh, noting operating revenue for September was $1,400,201 with operating costs of $994,536 for a […]
Support Local Producers for the Holiday Season
LAKEWOOD, Colo. – Finding the perfect tree, hunting for special menu ingredients and searching for ideal gifts can be stressful. The Colorado Department of Agriculture has a variety of online resources to help consumers through this special, but hectic, time of year. The Colorado Food and Agriculture Gift Guide and the Colorado Christmas Tree List […]
Scanner Sweep Allows Confident Shoppers in Colorado
LAKEWOOD, Colo. –With Black Friday and the frenzy of holiday shopping drawing near, consumers can purchase with confidence during their gift giving shopping spree. The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) has conducted its annual “scanner sweep” to help ensure consumers receive accurate prices at the register. Throughout the year, CDA’s Division of Inspection and Consumer […]
Lamar Police Chief Receives Executive Certification in Colorado
On November 20th the Colorado Association of Chiefs of Police notified Lamar Police Chief Gary McCrea that his application for Executive Certification had been approved by the CACP Board. To obtain certification by the Colorado Association of Chiefs of Police as a Police Executive an individual has to show a high level of […]
Thanksgiving Brings Increased Turkey Consumption, DUI Enforcement
“Drink and Don’t Drive” this Thanksgiving to avoid an even costlier holiday season STATEWIDE—Soon families will be gathering, turkeys will be roasting and wine will be flowing throughout Colorado in celebration of another Thanksgiving. While Thanksgiving is a time for rest and relaxation for some, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Colorado State Patrol […]
Herman Thierichen…March 19, 1933 – November 26, 2013
A private family service will be held at a later date for longtime Lamar resident, Herman Thierichen. Herman was born on March 19, 1933 at Meridian, Texas to Charles Albert and Gladys Inez (Davidson) Thierichen and passed away on November 26, 2013 at Prowers Medical Center at the age of 80. Per Mr. Thierichen’s request […]
Letter to the Editor: Thanks from Prowers County Sheriff’s Possee
The Prowers County Sheriff’s Posse would like to thank A-1 Rental, 4 Rivers Equipment, and Mantra Design & Photography for their donations of goods and services during the 2013 Prowers County Sand and Sage Fair and Rodeo. We would also like to extend a special thanks to the following businesses for their generous donations […]
Ray “Chief” Estrada…November 20, 1920 – November 25, 2013
A Funeral Mass for longtime Granada resident, Ray Estrada will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, November 29, 2013 at St. Frances of Rome Catholic Church in Holly with Reverend Charlie Sena officiating. A Rosary service will be held prior to the Mass at 9:30 AM also at the church. A Rite of […]
Snow and Fire on Friday in Lamar
A late afternoon call this past Friday, November 22, sent 18 Lamar Fire and Ambulance crews to 701 West Washington Street to extinguish a fire that developed from electrical heat tape. The resident, an elderly woman, was on the front steps of her trailer home when responders arrived at 3:30pm and she was given shelter and […]
New Fee Schedule for 2014 Approved by Lamar City Council
After several work sessions reviewing the changes, a Resolution by the council pertaining to the list of 2014 fees for use of public facilities and services provided by the City of Lamar was passed by the council with Mayor Roger Stagner voting no. Some new fees were added to the schedule while some current fees […]
Vandals Deface Historic Lamar Property
MEDIA RELEASE Lamar Police Department Information Concerning Vandalism to Buildings Recently a Historic Building owned by the Lamar Community College was defaced by the use of spray paint on the building. The building is located in the 800 block of East Maple Street, referred to as WPA Building or the old Neoplan Dorms. […]
Greeba Loutzenhiser…Februry 20, 1908 – November 23, 2013
A Celebration of Life for longtime Lamar resident, Greeba Loutzenhiser will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday November 30, 2013 at the Peacock Family Chapel with Rev. Kathy Leathers of the Holly United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will follow at Fairmount Cemetery. Mrs. Loutzenhiser was born on February 20, 1908 at Colorado Springs, Colorado […]
Emery Lorin Cass…February 7, 1929 – November 24, 2013
A Celebration of Life for longtime Hasty resident Emery L. Cass will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, November 30, 2013 at the Lamar Christian Church with Ian Blacker officiating. Interment will follow at the Hasty Cemetery. Visitation for Mr. Cass will be held from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, November 29, 2013 […]
Colorado Employment Situation October 2013
Nonfarm payroll jobs increased 1,500 over the month from September to October to 2,371,900 jobs, according to the survey of business establishments. Private sector payroll jobs increased 2,100 and government decreased 600. According to the survey of households, the unemployment rate decreased one tenth of a percentage point in October to 6.8 percent. This […]
Elizabeth M. Lane…February 16, 1916 – November 22, 2013
A Funeral Mass for longtime Eads resident, Elizabeth M. Lane will be held at 10:00 AM., Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at the St. Francis de Sales/Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Reverend Charlie Sena as celebrant. A Rosary will be held prior to the mass on Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at 9:30AM with […]
New Chairman Elected to the CO State Fair Board of Authority
PUEBLO, Colo. – Arthur Bosworth II, has been elected as the new Chairman of the Colorado State Fair Board of Authority. Bosworth, 70, replaces Vince Vigil, who was term limited after 16 years on the board, 12 years as its chairman. “Vince Vigil has been an integral part of the State Fair and has […]
CO Takes Steps to Regulate Methane Emissions from Oil/Gas Drilling
DENVER — Monday, Nov. 18, 2013 — Proposed rules for air pollution released today would make Colorado the first state to directly regulate detection and reduction of methane emissions associated with oil and gas drilling and further Colorado’s efforts as a national leader in environmental-friendly energy production. The rules, which cover the lifecycle of […]
Opal P. Kalma…January 5, 1926 – November 20, 2103
Funeral services for Opal (Mickey) Kalma will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel in Holly, Colorado. Burial will follow in the Hartman Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1:00-7:00 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2013 at Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel in Holly. Opal […]
PMC Board Approves 2014 Budget
The Prowers Medical Center Board of Directors adopted their 2014 budget during their monthly meeting, Wednesday, November 20. Revenues of $23.96 million are expected against estimated expenses for 2014 of $23.92 million. Some personnel changes were approved by the board included appointing Dr. George Kunhardt as Chief of Staff for 2014, and the hiring of […]
Stanley L. McCullough…April 22, 1939 – November 21, 2013
A celebration of life memorial service for longtime Lamar resident, Stanley L. McCullough, will be held at 11:00 AM Monday November 25, 2013 at the Peacock Family Chapel. Ray Matteson and Ian Blacker of the Lamar Christian Church will co-officiate the service. Per Stanley’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be no […]