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Local Fireworks Funding Needed
This year’s 4th of July fireworks display at the Prowers County Fairgrounds will go on as scheduled, but next year’s display may be in doubt. Not because of a lack of rain to keep the area moist, but because of a lack of dollars to pay for the fireworks display. Each year, for almost […]
Transportation Museum Opening Draws Crowds
Click on a picture to see it in full size Photos and Videos by Russ Baldwin and Vincent Gearhart Well over 600 persons attended the grand opening ceremonies for the Big Timbers Transportation Museum in Lamar this past Saturday, June 25. Planning on the project took the better part of two years, involving modifications to […]
Shirley Ann Snider – August 12, 1946 – June 25, 2011
Funeral services are pending with Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel in Lamar for longtime Wiley, CO. resident Shirley A. Snider. Shirley was born August 12, 1946 in Lamar, CO. to August O. Harms and Rosemena P. Hansen Harms. She departed this life on Saturday June 25, 2011 at the home of her daughter in […]
Charles D. Russell – April 8, 1951 – June 25, 2011
Private services will be held at a later date for Lamar, CO. resident Charles D. Russell. Mr. Russell was born April 8, 1951 at Lamar, CO. to Clifford Russell and Nancy Ellen Winters-Russell and departed this life on Saturday June 25, 2011 at Juniper Village of Lamar at the age of 60. […]
Lamar Speedway Race Results for June 25th
Here are the race results from the Lamar Speedway race that was held this Saturday night, June 25th. It was a great night for racing as the track was fast and the weather was wonderful. The next night for racing at The Lamar Raceway will be July 2nd. Races start at 7:00 PM. Children 5 […]
Lamar Council Hosts Reception for Ron Stock, Urban Renewal Board Meets
. The Lamar Redevelopment Authority Board will meet Monday, June 27, at 5:45pm, discussing approval of a resolution for an intergovernmental agreement between the board and Prowers Medical Center hospital district. The contract is for the distribution and sharing of Tax Incremental Funds generated by the hospital district levy. The council’s work session will discuss posting […]
Pedaling in High Style
Olivia Medina of Lamar was one of 14 youngsters who were put through their bike riding paces this past Saturday, June 25 at the pool parking lot at Willow Creek Park. The Lamar Parks and Recreation Department host an annual Bike Rodeo for youngsters up to the age of 12. Once a year, bike riders […]
Improved Levees, Cost or Investment?
Photos and Video by Russ Baldwin The levee system throughout Prowers County is coming under review by FEMA engineers, conducting a coast-to-coast mapping of potential flood plains and an assessment of the flood risk in Prowers County. This is part of a national study which began two years ago to reform the National Flood Insurance […]
Aftermath of a Fire
Photos by Russ Baldwin – Click to see full version of picture. The apartment complex in the 800 block of South 13th Street in Lamar will be torn down. The complex general manager, Anthony LaTour said recently, the owner has decided to raze the four unit complex, plus the storage garage and make an assessment […]
Summer Sessions at Lamar Community College
This summer enrollment level is keeping current with 2010 numbers, according to LCC President, John Marrin, who visited with the Prowers County Commissioners this past Thursday, June 23. Marrin provided an update on LCC activities, along with Cheryl Sanchez, VP of Administration and Student Services and Deb Loper, VP of Academic Services. LCC will spend […]
Despite Rains, Local Fireworks Ban Remains in Effect for 4th
“There wasn’t enough rain to make an impact, and not all the county got the same amount of rain from this past Monday,” according to Prowers County Commissioner, Gene Millbrand. The continued ban was discussed on Thursday, June 23, as the commissioners covered several subjects with Prowers County Sheriff, Jim Faull. He too, said he […]
County and City Offices Closed for the 4th
All City offices will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2011 in observance of Independence Day. The Community Building will also be closed on Monday, July 4, 2011. The Public Library will be open Saturday, July 2nd from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will be closed Sunday, July 3rd and Monday, July 4th in […]
2010 Census Equals County Redistricting
As Colorado’s population gravitates to the metro front range, so to does the county population shift to more locally populated areas. That decrease in county population and movement toward Lamar will necessitate an eventual redrawing of the three districts in Prowers County. The county commissioners discussed three potential scenarios for new boundaries presented to them […]
PMC Set for VA Care Provider on July 1
James Fairchild, Prowers Medical Center Executive Officer, informed the hospital board of directors, the transition to becoming the area Veteran’s Administration primary care provider should be complete by July 1. The move will consolidate the Convenient Care Clinic, the VA outpatient clinic and the Lamar Medical Clinic, all operating as a Rural Health Clinic. Fairchild […]
Exercise and a Breakfast
Photos by Russ Baldwin – Click on picture for full version Several dozen Lamar area residents kept with a long-standing tradition, or began a new one, when they pedaled their way to work this Wednesday morning, June 22, to observe Bike to Work Day. A free breakfast was provided between 7am and 8am, courtesy of […]
SECCI Golf Tournament Raises $11,000 for Local Cancer Patients
Photos by Vincent Gearhart Sixteen teams combined sport and spirit on Saturday, June 11, helping raise $11,000 in the 3rd Annual Southeast Colorado Cancer Initiative golf tournament at Spreading Antlers Golf Course in Lamar. Team sponsorships contributed $5,760 to the goal and hole and flag sponsors added $5,225 to the local cancer group. Various other […]
Lamar Chamber Honkers Visit The Prowers Journal
On June 17th, the Chamber of Commerce Honkers visited The Prowers Journal and presented them with a “Dollar of Profit” plaque. The Prowers Journal is a new sub-division of Robinson Printing Inc., and is located at 210 South Main in Lamar. The Prowers Journal is a new free weekly local news publication and is distributed […]
Lamar Chamber Honkers Visit Something Different Something New
On June 17th, the Chamber of Commerce Honkers visited Something Different Something New and presented them with a “Dollar of Profit” plaque. Something Different Something New located at 113 West Elm In Lamar and is owned and operated by Becky Schwartz and Ginger Coberley. This new business provides new and exciting activities for Lamar and […]
Grace Ann Gallegos
Grace Ann Gallegos Grace Ann Gallegos of Lamar, CO. entered into eternity on Saturday June 18, 2011 at Prowers Medical Center, Lamar, CO. She was the infant daughter of Matt and Theresa Gallegos of Lamar. Per the family’s request cremation has taken place and there will be no public visitation. There are no services scheduled […]
Local Road Closures Due to High Water
Photos and Video by Russ Baldwin Toni McPherson from the City called and informed The Prowers Journal that at least two roads will be closed until the water subsides. Location One: College Road (the low water crossing) – To access Normandy Gardens or any of the businesses on the West side of the low […]