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State Economy Continues Growing, Boosting Revenue Projections
DENVER — Friday, June 20, 2014 — A new forecast shows the state’s General Fund revenue is expected to increase by $96.4 million in the current fiscal year and by $127.6 million in the next fiscal year, which starts July 1. “Colorado’s economy continues to expand faster than many other states,” the Office of State […]
Soil Erosion and Agriculture Sustainability
As Southeastern Colorado enters the third consecutive year of drought, the threat of soil erosion caused by wind is increased. Drought affects soil moisture, plant growth and the amount of crop residue left after harvesting. Although farmers and ranchers have adopted soil conservation practices over the years, wind erosion remains one of the most […]
Livestock Slaughter – May 2014 – US Highlights
Commercial red meat production for the United States totaled 3.95 billion pounds in May, down 5 percent from the 4.15 billion pounds produced in May 2013. Beef production, at 2.07 billion pounds, was 7 percent below the previous year. Cattle slaughter totaled 2.63 million head, down 8 percent from May 2013. The average live […]
ARPA Hosts Public Meetings on Lamar Repowering Project
You are cordially invited to attend two public meetings in Lamar hosted by the Arkansas River Power Authority (ARPA) in which ARPA will provide an update on the status of the Lamar Repowering Project. Consultants that performed economic and engineering analysis on the Project will present the results of their studies. The meetings will […]
There’s a New BIG DOG in Town!
Southeast Colorado has an abundance of unwanted and homeless dogs. We have seen them running alongside the highway, eating from dumpsters, loitering around schools, and wandering streets and neighborhoods. Some of these become homeless due to their changed family situation, some show up at homes with other dogs, seeking a home and family where […]
Ashlyn McKenna Hess, Walter Ely Scholarship Winner
Ashlyn McKenna Hess is this year’s recipient of the Walter Ely Memorial Scholarship which was presented to the Holly senior Monday, June 16 at the SDS, Southeast Development Services, offices in Lamar. Each year, since Walter Ely’s death, a $500 scholarship has been presented by SDS to area high school seniors based on […]
Lodging Panel Provides Funds for Oktoberfest Car Show
Ron Cook, long affiliated with car shows in the Lamar community, requested and received $1,500 for advertising costs for a car show and Toys for Tots Fun Run for Lamar’s Oktoberfest, October 4 on East Beech Street. The request was the only one before the Prowers County Lodging Tax Panel during their monthly meeting, […]
HOPE Center Reviews June Field Trips, Plans for Family Fun Day
“The recent rains have done a world of good for the Center’s garden,” said Project HOPE, executive director, Lori Hammer, during the monthly meeting this past Monday, June 16. Hammer reviewed some of the past highlights with students from the Center, including two field trips which were held earlier in the month. She said […]
Nancy Perez, 2014 Wiley Hay Days Queen
Enedina Aquilera-Perez, better known as “Nancy” is this year’s Wiley Hay Days Queen. Born May 14, 1933, Nancy attended Wiley Schools through the 9th grade before working at the Wiley Café. She married her late husband, Benjamin Perez in 1953. He was employed at National Alfalfa Milling and Ark Valley Alfalfa Milling before passing […]
Lamar Hosts this Year’s State American Legion Convention, June 19-22
The City of Lamar was chosen to host this year’s 2014 Colorado American Legion Convention, and that convention will be underway this Thursday, June 19 through June 22, in and around Lamar beginning with a Thursday morning golf tournament at Spreading Antlers Golf Course. Almost a year ago, Denise Carder, then Lamar Chamber of Commerce […]
Yard Sale Tips & Tricks – Pricing Your Items
Once you have gathered all of your items to sell, the next step is to price everything. When setting prices for all your items, remember that your customers are going to yard sales looking for a good deal. With this in mind, items should be priced at 10-30% of their original price. This is just […]
VALE Benefits Victims and the Lamar Community
VALE, Victims Assistance Law Enforcement, recently donated $10,000 to purchase a third K9 for the Lamar Police Department. Joe Giadone, board chairman, addressed the Lamar City Council for authorization to donate the funds on June 9. According to Giadone, the VALE board was created in 1978 and was comprised of himself, Warren Reece and Jack […]
June 24 Primary Election Information
Jana Coen, Prowers County Clerk & Recorder issued a reminder for active registered voters that all ballots have now been mailed to either their street address or Post Office Box. If you have not yet received your ballot, come to the Prowers County Clerk’s Office at 301 South Main Street to request a replacement, […]
PMC Immersion Week Underway in Lamar
Prowers Medical Center is hosting 14 health professional students and two faculty members from the University of Colorado Denver the week of June 16. The students will learn about various aspects of living in a rural community, as they have expressed an interest in future rural practice locations once they’ve completed their initial medical […]
Zonta Scholarship Winners Announced
Pictured is Sheridan Rushton receiving a $1,300.00 L.C.C. Scholarship from the Zonta Club of Prowers County. Her mother, Mrs. Rushton is on the left and Karen Ketcham on the right and Rosemary Marrin on the far right. Dorian Ray received a $1200.00 Open Scholarship and Kelsi Jo Greenfield received a $1200.00 Non-Traditional scholarship, but were […]
Granada Police Department Hosts Bike/Walk Safety Event
The Granada Police Department held its Bike/Walk Safety Event at the Granada School on Wednesday, May 7, 2014 for grades K-5th. Approximately 90 students participated in the event and learned biking and walking safety tips for being on town streets. They learned the rules of crosswalks, stop and yield signs, right of ways and safely […]
Summer Reading Program Kicks Off with Hip Hop for Kids
Special Guest, “Mr. Kneel” (Neil McIntyre) used his talents to help Lamar Public Library kick off the Summer Reading Program on Tuesday, June 10th with Hip Hop for Kids! Mr. Kneel’s Mission: To create positive, informative and self-esteem building music for children. Music so good, kids will want to listen to over and over with […]
Commissioner Approves Emergency Rule Change for Industrial Hemp
LAKEWOOD, Colo. – The Commissioner of Agriculture, John Salazar, has signed an emergency rule pertaining to Colorado’s industrial hemp industry. The rules were adopted by the Ag Commission and became effective June 11, 2014. Those interested in farming industrial hemp, who have not already registered, can begin the registration process. The emergency rule changes […]
White House FACT SHEET: What Climate Change Means for Colorado and the Southwest
Today, (June 4, 2014) the Obama Administration released the third U.S. National Climate Assessment—the most comprehensive scientific assessment ever generated of climate change and its impacts across every region of America and major sectors of the U.S. economy. The findings in this National Climate Assessment underscore the need for urgent action to combat the threats […]
PMC Birth Announcements June 13, 2014
Adriana and Ryan Pritchard of Lamar are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Liliannah Marie Pritchard. Liliannah was born at 7:27pm on June 9, 2014. She weighed 7 lb 6 oz and measured 19.5 inches in length. She joins her new siblings Dakota and Dahn’te. Her grandparents are Tylonne Habr-Miller and Angie Tomblin. […]