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Comer and Lira Receive Walter Ely Scholarship Funds
Amber Comer and Rey Lira, both students at Lamar High School, were selected by the SDS board of directors to receive $500 for the 5th anniversary from the Walter Ely Scholarship Fund. The official presentation was held Monday, May 18, at the Southeastern Developmental Services offices on South 4th Street in Lamar. Each of the […]
Lone Bear and Amache Prowers Presentation Memorial Day, May 25th
Join park staff as they discuss the life and legacy of Cheyenne Chief Lone Bear and his daughter Amache Prowers. Lone Bear played a critical role in events leading up to the Massacre and was among those killed at the Sand Creek Massacre. His daughter Walking Woman or Amache was the wife of John Wesley […]
And More Books Are on the Way
A recent $1,000 donation from Iberdrola Wind Energy has helped raise funds for the relatively new organization, Prowers Area Imagination Library. The donation was presented to the group at the SDS offices on Thursday, May 14. Amy Karr, Co-coordinator for the organization, says the concept was created by country-western singer, Dolly Parton. “The funds collected […]
Degree in Hand: LCC Honors Graduates
Lamar Community College held its 76th Annual Commencement ceremony on May 2, 2015, in the LCC Wellness Center. A short welcome address was given by President John Marrin. President Marrin highlighted the college’s strong position including LCC’s high quality of instruction, the college’s recent award as the school with the highest increase in retention with […]
Cut Food Waste and SAVE Money
LAS ANIMAS, COLORADO, MAY 14, 2015: Have you heard the old adage “waste not, want not”? The USDA estimates 30% of available food in the United States is wasted. Not only does this add to landfills, think how much you could lower your food bill if you cut that waste. Extension Agent Kaye Kasza recommends […]
BBQ Results Update: Wild West BBQ & Fiesta Celebrated Food, Diversity and Wheels
The skies over Lamar cleared by mid-morning Saturday, May 9th, for the 11th Annual Wild West BBQ Cook Off at Willow Creek Park and the 3rd Annual Fiesta on the Plains. There had been sufficient rainfall on Friday and early Saturday morning to warrant some concern about how the rest of the day would pan […]
ARPA/LUB Scholarships Announced; Exploration of New Power Source Continues
The Lamar Utility Board held a brief general meeting before moving into executive session regarding the assets of the Lamar Repowering Project. Prior to that, the December 2014 Financial Report was delivered which showed that cash was up $159,533 from November and accounts receivable increased by $155,456. There was a gross operating loss for the […]
Lamar Council Okays Funding to Support Southwest Chief Route
Lamar Police Chief Kyle Miller gave the oath of office to the city’s newest officer, Thomas Dunagan, who recently graduated from the Otero Junior College Law Enforcement Agency. He began his orientation training in Lamar on April 30 of this year. “With Officer Dunagan’s hiring, we’re now at our budgeted strength of 20 officers for […]
Added to the Lamar Library Collection – Week of May 11, 2015
ADDED TO THE LIBRARY COLLECTION WEEK OF MAY 11, 2015 ADULT FICTION Into the Shadows #2: Agenda 21 series by Glenn Beck Endangered #15: a Joe Pickett novel by C. J. Box The Forgers by Bradford Morrow Willful Child by Steven Erikson Supreme Justice by Phillip Margolin Deception on Sable Hill by Shelley […]
Holly Trustees Continue Administrator Search
The Holly Board of Trustees had been close to finalizing a contract with a potential new City Administrator, but the candidate, Eric Duthie, indicated he would not be available for the position. Jerry L’Estrange, the interim administrator, will continue to serve the city in that capacity. Megan Jara, Holly Town Clerk said there is about […]
Area Elementary Students Attend CSU AgFest at LCC
(Lamar, Colorado; May 8, 2015) On April 22, approximately 335 fifth and sixth graders attended AgFest in the Lamar Community College Wellness Center. Area schools in attendance included McClave, Holly, Alta Vista, Wiley, Vilas, Campo, Springfield, Plainview, and Las Animas. Colorado State University Extension agents and the Colorado Department of Education taught ten stations […]
Agriculture Sustainability and Climate Change
Early last year, the US government released the National Climate Assessment Report. The report concluded that climate change is unequivocal and that agriculture will be on the front lines with those most impacted by its effect. Climate disruptions to agricultural production have increased in the past 40 years and are projected to continue […]
The Pettys Make a Pit Stop in Lamar
Over 100 motorcycles, riders and support staff and vehicles from the Kyle Petty Charity Ride, rolled into Lamar for a fill-up at the Pit Stop on North Main Street Thursday morning. Kyle and Richard Petty, plus Matt Kenseth, Donnie Allison and Rutledge Wood from the racing world, coupled with Herschel Walker of NFL fame, were […]
Horse Training & Management Students Showcase Work
The Lamar Community College Horse Training & Management program held its Spring Show on Friday, April 24. Students in the Horse Training & Management (HTM), Equine Business Management (EBM), and Barrel Horse Training programs demonstrated their skills and how well their horses have learned during the semester by performing reining patterns and other skills. “This […]
Free Mental Health First Aid Classes Offered May 19th
Southeast Health Group will be offering free Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) classes in La Junta on Tuesday, May 19th from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an 8-hour course that teaches you how to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. […]
Added to the Library Collection – Week of May 4, 2015
ADDED TO THE LIBRARY COLLECTION WEEK OF MAY 4, 2015 ADULT FICTION The Widows of Braxton County by Jess McConkey The Baron Brand by Jory Sherman As Chimney Sweepers Come to Dust: a Flavia de Luce novel by C. Alan Bradley The First Bad Man by Miranda July Warriors #8: Alexander Hawke series […]
James “Red” Heath Scholarship Winner Announced
Prowers County Farm Bureau is pleased to announce the recipient of its James “Red” Heath scholarship for high school seniors in Prowers County To be eligible for the scholarships, high school seniors filled out an application and submitted it to the Prowers County Farm Bureau. On the application the seniors included a list of their […]
Kids…Be a Rotary Runner for Lamar Days
The Lamar Rotary Club is preparing for the annual Ducky Dash race at Willow Creek Park later this month. They have Quackers, all the ducks for the Dash, the Rotary Tumble Tub and the tickets…but they need some youngsters from K-6 grades to race for them on Saturday, May 16. Rotarian Judy Turpin said […]
Nine Students Receive Prowers County 4-H Foundation Awards
Southeast Area—Each year the Prowers County 4-H Foundation awards scholarships to qualifying graduating seniors. This year the Foundation was able to award nine scholarships in the amount of $500 each. Recipients include Callie Bennett, Amber Comer, Dalton Harris, Jericka Melgoza, Koy Palmer, Mason Pierce, Halie Schenck, Joel Souders, and Sheyenne Spady. Bennett will attend […]
Gov. Hickenlooper names Irv Halter as Executive Director of Department of Local Affairs
DENVER — Tuesday, April 28, 2015— Gov. John Hickenlooper announced today Irving “Irv” Halter, Jr., will be the executive director of the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) effective May 1, 2015. “Irv Halter has a distinguished career in the public and private sector. His vast experience and passion for good government will greatly benefit […]