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Colorado’s Premiere Small School Basketball Tournament Marks 50 Years
The holidays bring letters to Santa Claus, last minute shopping, and lots of basketball in Southeast Colorado. In 2013, the Lamar Holiday Basketball Tournament will tip off for the 50th time. The tournament features eight schools, either 1A or 2A classification, with both a boys’ and girls’ bracket. Beginning December 19th, the Lamar Community Building […]
Prowers Medical Center Board Approves Equipment Purchases
Prowers Medical Center Board members approved the purchase of what is known as Disaster Recovery Software for $80,000, following additional information requested of Craig Loveless, Chief Executive Officer at PMC. The purchase is required because the HIPAA/HITECH Act requires medical providers to be equipped with an offsite disaster recovery solution of patient medical […]
Many Thanks from Linda Fairbairn and Many Thanks to Her
Linda Fairbairn will retire at the end of the year as the Director of Social Services for Prowers County after 42 years of service. An appreciation reception was held for her by staff and friends at the Prowers County Annex this past Friday, December 13. Linda had thanks for so many people who […]
Prowers County Budget Passed for 2014
The Prowers County Commissioners held a public hearing on the 2014 county budget this past Thursday, December 12 and approved resolutions for the budget amounting to $17,844,998 as well as a mill levy of 27.17 mills for assessable property within the county amounting to $3,339,233, based on an assessment of $122,901,471. The county’s […]
Devotion and Honor through Wreaths Across America
Several dozen area residents attended the third annual Wreaths Across America Ceremony this past Saturday, December 14, at Fairmount Cemetery in Lamar. Area organizations taking part included: Lamar VFW Post #3621, Lamar American Legion Post #71, Lamar Cub Scout Pack 223, Boy Scout Pack 218 and Lamar Girl Scouts, Troop 4649 and 32544, as […]
PATS Will Roll Into the New Year
Prowers Area Transit Service will be in operation for the approaching New Year’s Eve, safely transporting holiday partiers to and from their homes and evening entertainment spots. PATS is in need of at least $500 in donations for fuel and to reimburse the drivers and volunteers who will help out that evening. The service […]
Applications Being Accepted for Funding to Support Small and Emerging Rural Businesses
DENVER, Colo., October 31, 2013 – USDA Rural Development State Director Trudy Kareus announced that the agency is accepting applications for the Rural Business Enterprise Grant Program (RBEG). Applications are due by 4 PM on January 17, 2014. Nonprofit economic development groups, public bodies and tribes are encouraged to apply. Grant funds may be used […]
Wise Giving Tips for the Holiday Season
Secretary of State Scott Gessler today reminded Coloradans to be vigilant of potential charity scams during the holiday season. Many Coloradans are generous during the holidays, donating to fund the good work charities do in communities across the state. Unfortunately, there are bad actors who try to take advantage of this generosity with scams. Secretary […]
Don’t Wine, Dine and Drive This Holiday Party Season
Coloradans urged to celebrate responsibly STATEWIDE — As sleigh bells start ringing and holiday celebrations begin throughout Colorado, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is once again teaming up with the Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and law enforcement agencies across the state to boost DUI enforcement. Holiday celebrations are commonplace in early December, leading to […]
Prowers Medical Center Rewards Staff and the Community
During the Holiday Season, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have stood beside us as we have grown and adapted to meet the needs of our communities. In appreciation of the ongoing support of our community, Prowers Medical Center (PMC) has chosen to reward our staff of 200+ for their hard work and dedication […]
Four Tips to Avoid Overeating
Excited about all of the great food around the holidays? Here are some tips you can use today to avoid overeating: Tip 1: Slow down! Take smaller bites and chew thoroughly. Eating slowly allows you to actually taste and enjoy what you are eating, which in turn may lead to making healthier food […]
PMC Birth Announcements December 13, 2013
Elizabeth and Robin Chester of Lamar are proud to announce the birth of their son Corbin Chester. Corbin was born at 9:55 pm on December 8, 2013. He measured 5 lb 12.5 oz and 18.5 inches long. Brother Brendan and grandparents Peggy & Milton King and Yen Ross are happy to welcome him to the […]
Lamar Utility Board to Clarify General Service Large Classifications
The Lamar Utility Board passed several resolutions Tuesday, December 10, as the board held their final meeting of 2013. Resolution 13-12-05 clarifies the availability section in the General Service Large Rate sheet, as it is available to all Non-Residential customers that carry an electric Demand Load greater than 40kW to 399 kW. Light Plant Superintendent […]
Prowers County Sheriff Report, November 2013
The Prowers County Sheriff’s Department responded to 251 service calls this past November, 2013. The City of Lamar had 127 calls, followed by the County with 85; Holly had 29 calls and Wiley had five. Lamar posted 44 jail related calls and 13 for warrant arrests, as well as 32 calls for serving papers and […]
National Weather Service Drought Monitor Update
November 2013 began warm and dry across most of southeast and south central Colorado. A changing weather pattern began producing cool and wet weather especially in the southwest mountains and San Luis Valley. Much of this moisture missed southeast Colorado which perpetuated the drought in portions of the lower Arkansas River Valley. Moderate […]
Lamar City Council Sales Tax Report
The November 2013 Total Sales and Use Tax Collections gained 3.26% or $8,014 for October sales, collected in November. 2012 was $245,924.74 while the current year showed $253,938.85. Year to date collections for Total Sales and Use Tax for 2013 showed an increase of 3.15% for a difference between 2012 and 2013 of $96,836.47. The […]
New at the Lamar Public Library for the Week of December 9, 2013
Added to the Library Collection the Week of December 9, 2013 The Hit by David Baldacci – Audiobook Trapped: a Private Justice novel by Irene Hannon – Large Print Christmas at Harmony Hill: A Shaker story by Ann H. Gabhart – Large Print Chasing Hope by Kathryn Cushman – Large Print The Death of Santini: […]
PMC Birth Announcements December 10, 2013
Tabatha Berndt and Ryan Collins of Lamar are proud to announce the birth of their son Owen Cooper Collins. Owen was born at 8:40am on December 4, 2013. He weighed 6 lb 13 oz and measured 20.5 inches in length. He joins his siblings Kolten and Tylee Collins. Grandparents Bill & Dorine Collins and D’ellen […]
Lamar Honkers Welcome ABBA Eye Care to Lamar
ABBA Eye Care, at 1500 South Main Street in Lamar, was recently welcomed to the community by the Lamar Chamber of Commerce Honkers group. ABBA Eye Care recently took over operation of the eye care facility. The facility is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:30pm, and offers laser vision evaluations, eye examinations as well as contacts and eyeglasses […]
City of Lamar Gains Four New Police Officers
Lamar Police Chief, Gary McCrea, introduced three new full time police officers and one reserve officer during the city council’s Monday night meeting, December 9. The officers are: Jason LaCost, Robert Sharrer, Branden Kemp and Reserve Officer Margaret Ausbun. Chief McCrea noted that, “It’s nice to see some local folks applying to the department.” He […]