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Healthy Places Opens Headquarters in Lamar
“This will be a location where the community can connect with Healthy Places,” explained Emily Neischburg, Executive Director, during a mid-day lunch and snack break held for local residents on Thursday, April 16. “Our location will be a visible reminder of what we want to accomplish and a place where residents or visitors can develop […]
State Health Department Issues Precautions to Help Avoid Hantavirus
State health officials today warned Coloradans to avoid hantavirus exposure while cleaning cabins or other buildings that were closed up for winter. Hantavirus is a serious and potentially fatal respiratory disease carried by deer mice. When cleaning out rodent-infested structures, people can breathe in dirt and dust contaminated with deer mouse urine and feces and […]
Current Rocky Mountain Fire Potential Report
Denver, CO; April 9, 2015 – The Rocky Mountain Area Coordination Center announced availability of the first 2015 fire potential outlook for the Rocky Mountain Area—Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wyoming. “This year we are expecting an average to above-average fire season, or more active fire season compared to last year,” said Rocky Mountain […]
Taking an Informed Step to the Future
What do around 400 high school students have in common? At one point, they all start to develop an interest and concern about how they’ll earn a living, what interests they have in the future job market, and what type of experience and education they’ll need to achieve their goals. Some of those questions were […]
City and County Are Underway with Spring Construction
It’s been a busy couple of weeks on the sidewalks of Main Street in Lamar, and at the Prowers County Courthouse. While some homeowners begin their seasonal upgrades around the house, municipal crews for the county and city have been engaging in some heavy-duty tasks. Motorists and pedestrians probably noticed the tall, blue crane from Southeast […]
Lamar Utilities Board Keeps Power Development Options Open
Lamar Utilities Board Extends Green Castle Agreement The Lamar Utilities Board, following an executive session on Tuesday, April 14, voted for a third extension of the agreement with Green Castle to pursue development of a natural gas power plant for Lamar. Lamar Light and Power Superintendent, Houssin Hourieh, explained the energy development firm needs more […]
Hazardous Weather Alert for S.E. Colorado this Afternoon
HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE PUEBLO CO TRINIDAD VICINITY/WESTERN LAS ANIMAS COUNTY BELOW 7500 FT-CROWLEY COUNTY-LA JUNTA VICINITY/OTERO COUNTY-EASTERN LAS ANIMAS COUNTY-WESTERN KIOWA COUNTY-EASTERN KIOWA COUNTY-LAS ANIMAS VICINITY/BENT COUNTY-LAMAR VICINITY/PROWERS COUNTY-SPRINGFIELD VICINITY/BACA COUNTY- 1119 AM MDT WED APR 15 2015 THIS HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK IS FOR PORTIONS OF CENTRAL…EAST CENTRAL…SOUTH CENTRAL AND […]
PCDI Elects New Officers in Special Meeting
New PCDI board members, Kenia Vazquez and Ryan Sneller began their duties with Prowers County Development Incorporated during a special meeting held Tuesday, April 14. They were elected to the board during the annual PCDI banquet and are replacing former members Larry Lusher and Lawrence Brase. Vazquez was elected to replace Brase as Treasurer while […]
Lamar City Sales Tax Posts Another Monthly Gain
Total Sales and Use Tax Collections for the City of Lamar are up 6.18%, or $15,660, for the month of February. Collections for the early year total $268,956 compared to the same time last year when collections were at $253,564. City Sales Tax was up 7.81% for a $17,326 increase in that single category. Year […]
Lamar Council Approves Funding for LPD Policy Upgrades
The Lamar Police Department will receive a new policy and procedure manual from the firm, Lexipol. Lamar Police Chief, Kyle Miller, explained the service will also provide local officers with daily scenarios-based training that reinforces agency approved policies and procedures, as well as regular updates for the life of the contract. Chief Miller added, […]
Be Bold: Girls in the Middle-2015
On Friday, April 3, more than 50 middle school girls from the surrounding area schools attended the Girls in the Middle Conference held at Lamar Community College. The day was packed with fun-filled activities beginning with a welcome by Cheryl Sanchez, Vice President of Academic Services and Student Services. After a friendly welcome, keynote speaker […]
Bent-Prowers Cattle & Horse Growers Hold 145th Annual Banquet
LAS ANIMAS – Industry updates, elections and a team sorting drew ranchers from throughout Southeast Colorado to the Bent-Prowers Cattle & Horse Growers Association’s annual events on Saturday, April 11. The membership heard updates and had an opportunity to interact with State Sen. Larry Crowder (R-35) and numerous speakers. Updates were from brand commissioner Chris […]
All About Skin Requests Improvement Grant from URA
Jo Goff, owner of All About Skin, at 201 South 4th Street in Lamar, requested a building improvement grant from the Lamar Urban Renewal Authority this past Monday, April 13. Shawna Hodge, Community Development and Urban Renewal Manager, informed the board the building’s roof is in need of replacement, amounting to $29,102. A letter submitted […]
Free Fishing Events for Kids in Southeast Colorado
LAMAR, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife is hosting several free fishing clinics for boys and girls in the lower Arkansas River Valley. The events are for children under 16 years of age and will cover tips and tricks for all kinds of fishing. Participants will also learn about types of flies and lures, water […]
Groundbreaking Moves PMC Forward for New Facilities
Construction crews have already been at work, removing slabs of concrete from one of the parking lots at Prowers Medical Center, even as the groundbreaking ceremony for renovations and expansion was being held this past Monday, April 13, adjacent to the Emergency Room entrance. Craig Loveless, hospital Chief Executive Officer, welcomed the audience and was […]
Hans Hasser Receives Prestigious Bent-Prowers Award at Annual Meeting
LAS ANIMAS – Hans Hasser of Lamar was honored during the annual Bent-Prowers Cattle & Horse Growers Association banquet April 11th in Las Animas. Hasser, a fourth-generation rancher, was selected as the association’s prestigious Honorary Life Member Award recipient. He has been an active member of Bent-Prowers Cattle & Horse Grower’s Association. He served as […]
Severe Drought Conditions Expanding in S.W. Colorado
The National Weather Service has updated the state Drought Impact Statement for this past month. March of 2015 came in like a lion and left like a lamb across south central and southeast Colorado. The weather pattern for February continued into March, cool and unsettled. A much warmer and dry weather pattern developed through the […]
Young Artists Create A New Look
Just a quick look at the pictures will tell you the nature of the businesses in Ron Farmer’s building in the 200 Block of West Oak Street in Lamar. “Ron called me and said he wanted something new and different to showcase the property,” said Lamar High School art teacher, John Gersick. “I’ve never done […]
Time Narrows on Search for Replacement Granada Trustee
A one year seat on the Granada Board of Trustees remains vacant with only several weeks left to fill the gap left after one member resigned the position. A new appointee would retain the position for just about a year, until the April 2016 election is held for the community. Interested persons should contact the […]
Josh Abbott Band Returning to Southeast Colorado
Homecoming Show for Preston Wait, Campo Native Lamar, CO 4/9/2015 Josh Abbott Band, Nashville recording artists to make a return to the Sand and Sage Round-Up August 1st. The Texas country group originating in Lubbock, Texas returns to Colorado, a homecoming for band member Preston Wait formerly of Campo. The band founded in 2006 has […]