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Bridge Replacement Project on Hold near Trinidad – Migratory Birds Shuts Work Down
LAS ANIMAS COUNTY – The Colorado Department of Transportation’s (CDOT) Purgatoire River Bridge replacement project on U.S. 350 is on hiatus due to environmental concerns from migratory birds. “We’ve stopped work until the birds that have taken residence in the work zone move on,” said CDOT Resident Engineer Craig Wieden. “Work is expected to resume […]
Lamar Bypass Offers Financial Concerns for City, County
The Lamar City Council devoted its work session this past Monday, June 10, to the pros or cons of creating a non-scientific City of Lamar website survey which could provide some local comments from concerned citizens about the project. The city was told by CDOT that the Highway 50/287 bypass, or Reliever Route as […]
Lamar Public Library Open House a Success
The Lamar Public Library closed for a week in March to complete renovations which included improving space usage, lighting and technology. The library officially celebrated the completed renovations with an Open House on Saturday, June 1st to thank the community for their patience and to highlight the fact that the library is open and ready […]
Plans for LiveWell Family Day Being Finalized
Saturday, June 22, plans to be a full day of family and health-oriented fun at Willow Creek Park. Events are scheduled between 9am and 11pm, including a morning walk, run or bike ride, free swim day and an evening outdoor move. Most of the activities offered will be free although there will be a […]
Lamar Hosts State High School Rodeo Assoc. Finals
Lamar will host the annual Colorado State High School Rodeo Association Finals at the Prowers County Fairgrounds this weekend. Over 144 contestants will check in by Wednesday, June 5, according to Association President, Hank Williams. Contestants and their families, an estimated 350 persons, will check in their RVs and trailers at the fairgrounds through the […]
Lamar Community College Rodeo Members to Compete at NIRA National Championships
Lamar Community College freshmen Clint Buringa (Golden, CO) and Tucker White (Hershey, NE) will compete in team roping at the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, WY on June 9 – 15. The National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association event will feature contestants from 11 US regions competing for national titles.
Lamar Eagles Aerie Observe Memorial Day
Memorial Day ceremonies were held this past weekend by members of the Lamar Eagles Aerie. The event was highlighted by the participation of James Kimble of Montrose. Kimble, 89, is a Navajo veteran who served in the 101st Airborne Division during WWII as a paratrooper. He was visiting the Lamar area during the weekend, […]
The 100 Deadliest Days on Colorado Roads Begins Today
Heightened DUI Enforcement Runs Through Memorial Day Weekend STATEWIDE—Memorial Day weekend signifies the kick-off to summer with outdoor events, camping and barbeques. Through the Heat Is On campaign, The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), the Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and local law enforcement agencies throughout the state are working together to ensure Coloradans stay safe […]
Results from Wild West BBQ and Lamar Days Parade
Click a picture to start the slide show. The annual Wild West BBQ competition, run under the guidelines of the Kansas City Barbecue Society had a record 31 entries for this year’s competition at Willow Creek Park on Friday and Saturday, May 10 and 11, in conjunction with Voces Unidas and the Cinco De Mayo […]
Local Philanthropic Organization Gives to Teen Center
The Lamar ladies of the Kappa Master Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi sorority enjoyed an interesting and informative program about the HOPE teen center given by Lori Hammer, after a delicious luncheon at the Rodeway Cow Palace Inn in early April. The HOPE Center located at 210 N. 10th, stands for Health Opportunity Prevention and […]
Celebrating Lamar Days, the Cowboy Way
Click a picture to start slide show. Lamar and area residents celebrated Lamar Days, “The Cowboy Way” with sunny skies and warm temperatures this past weekend. Despite the absence of a carnival at Willow Creek Park this weekend, there was a healthy attendance for vendors and the various displays showcasing their wares or talents. Various […]
Comedy for a Cause
The Lamar Chamber of Commerce Honkers invite you to a night of excitement and laughter; the ever-popular comedy night returns to the Lamar Eagles Aerie on Friday, June 7th, 2013! Adam Vocke and Larry Lundstrom of 2 For the Road Entertainment out of Fort Morgan, CO are once again supplying the talent for a sensational night […]
Lamar Community College Holds 2013 Nursing Pinning
On April 27, 2013, Lamar Community College held its annual Nursing Pinning Ceremony honoring the 2013 Nursing graduates. The guest speakers included Alumni Dee Lyons RN, MSN, FNP, graduating student Spencer Nee, and Director Sandy Summers DNP, FNP-BC. The program also included a welcome by LCC’s president, John Marrin; invocation by graduate Courtney Klotz; a […]
Earth Day Coloring Contest Winner Selected
Earth Day is a nationwide celebration held on April 22nd that promotes “environmental goodwill” throughout communities and emphasizes the importance of protecting our environment and natural resources. The Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) Earth Team is a volunteer program that uses volunteer time, talent and energy to help accomplish the NRCS mission of helping people […]
Lamar Days Set for the Weekend
Click a Picture to start a slide show. Hundreds of residents turned out last weekend, May 10-11 for the combined Wild West BBQ Contest and Cinco de Mayo festivities at Willow Creek Park. Termed, “Springplosion”, the sunny and warm weather contributed to crowds, which at one time lined the road adjacent to the park […]
Lamar Honkers Visit Valley Baptist Church
The Lamar Honkers congratulated Pastor Douglas Sanford and his congregation on their recent move to a new church on West Highway 50 in Lamar. After being headquartered at the Wiley Community Center for the past eight years, the Valley Baptist Church in Wiley has moved to their beautifully renovated facilities. The church is on the […]
Lamar Honkers Welcome Arkansas Valley Hearing Center
The Lamar Honkers recently welcomed the staff of the Arkansas Valley Hearing Center, at their new office in Lamar, located at 206 South 4th Street. Gary L. Daughtrey, owner of the Center, provided the group with a look at the ear testing equipment along with some general do’s and don’ts regarding ear care. The number […]
Library to Host One Book 4 Colorado Giveaway Party
At 1:00 pm this Saturday, May 11th, the Lamar Public Library will be hosting its One Book 4 Colorado Giveaway Party. This year, the library will be giving away the book “Duck on a Bike” by David Shannon. Every 4-year-old will be going home with a book, but the entire family is encouraged to attend […]
Sand & Sage Entertainment Ready for August
The music line up for the Sand and Sage Fair was finalized with the contract signing by the Prowers County Commissioners this past Thursday, May 9. Country music headliner Josh Gracin will perform this August at the fairgrounds. Gracin gained national prominence with his 4th place finish during the second season of American Idol, and […]
Women’s Health Week
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Urges Women to Get Screened During National Women’s Health Week Prowers County, CO— Each year, Mother’s Day kicks off Women’s Health Week, a time to focus on the women in our lives and encourage them to look after themselves the way they look after us. The American Cancer Society […]