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Lamar Preseason Baseball & Softball Spring Camp
In recognition of our ball playing tradition, the LAMAR WORLD SERIES COMMITTEE is sponsoring a PRESEASON BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL SPRING CAMP, under the direction of Diamond Club Baseball, LLC from Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Diamond Club Baseball, LLC is known for their outstanding instructional facility, youth programs, coaching and baseball teams in the Denver area. […]
Easter Eggs, the Bunny and Kids
The morning chill this past Saturday, April 7, didn’t hinder several hundred younsters and their parents from attending the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Willow Creek Park, sponsored by the Lamar Recreation Department. As the youngsters were gathering into separate age groups in the municipal pool parking lot, off in the distance, from the southern […]
Nursing Earns National Accreditation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Lamar, Colorado, April 4, 2012) On Monday, April 2nd, the Lamar Community College Nursing Department received official notification that it has received accreditation with the National League of Nursing Accreditation Commission (NLNAC). The NLNAC Board of Commissioners granted the program initial accreditation for five years. In the notice, the NLNAC also recognized LCC’s strength […]
AVWPE to Perform in Lamar & Holly
April 10, 2012 Southeast Colorado Concert Association and Southeast Colorado Arts Council present the Arkansas Valley Wind & Percussion Ensemble Spring Concert – 7pm at the Lamar High School Auditorium. The concert is free to the public and season tickets to the upcoming 2012-2013 community concert association will be available in the commons beginning at 6:00pm. […]
South Central District 4-H Retreat
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 26, 2012 By Lacey Mann, CSU 4-H Extension Agent, Bent & Prowers Counties Southeast Area—Seven District VI 4-H members attended the annual South Central District (SCD) 4-H Retreat held in Nathrop, Colo. March 16-18. 4-H members Tiana and Mitch Garcia, Rachelle Siefkas, Bent County; Rod Hall, Crowley County, Chase Holden and […]
Cattlemen to Host Meeting, Auction, and Banquet on March 31
LAMAR – Colorado’s oldest livestock organization will meet March 31st here. The annual Bent-Prowers Cattle & Horse Growers Association will mark the start of its 143rd year with its annual meeting, auction, banquet and cowboy ball. Events are open to the ranching community. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m. and the business session starts at 1 […]
Prowers Lodging Panel Funds Multiple Events
Seven requests for event funding were approved by the Prowers Lodging Tax Panel during their monthly meeting, Tuesday, March 20, for approximately $47,500. One item, funding the annual Discover Magazine advertisement, was continued until the April meeting. Representatives of the events outlined their need for funding, principally for advertising and some contract fees. The events […]
Recreation Department Master Plan Meeting Set for Wednesday
The Lamar Sports Fourplex, Escondido Park, The Valco ponds, the Willow Creek Caretaker’s House, walking trails, a skateboard park…these and other area recreational outlets will be on the table for public discussion, Wednesday, March 21 at the City Master Plan meeting of the Lamar Recreation Department. Rick Akers, City Leisure Services Director, wants to see […]
LHS DECA Club Attends State DECA Leadership Conference
The Lamar High School DECA Club traveled to the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs for the State DECA Leadership Conference held Feb. 26-28, 2012. Thirty six students attended the conference which included the opening ceremony, competitions, workshops, dance and closing ceremony. Students competed in individual events, team events and promotional campaign events. Students advanced to […]
Booster Club Signs Ed Hearn as Speaker
It’s hard to believe but it is that time of year again. We have witnessed almost a full year of exciting Runnin’ Lopes games and rodeos. It has been a year of highs and lows but we are very proud of the efforts of all our athletes. The RUNNIN’ LOPES ATHLETE APPRECIATION DINNER will be […]
Oscar Riley New Lamar Councilman, Buzzard Gets Renewed License
Oscar Riley was selected as a replacement Lamar City Councilman for PJ Wilson who resigned his position as he no longer resides within city limits. Wilson informed the council last month and Riley was one of three candidates who was interviewed by the council in executive session last Wednesday. Steven Rabe has been selected by […]
Entertainment and Fund Raising Highlight Commercial Club Meeting
Fund raising efforts to buy a digital projector for the Holly Theater are gaining some ground. The Holly Commercial Club reported during their monthly meeting, Wednesday, March 7, that to date, $42,180.35 had been raised against the goal of $100,000. Several other fundraising events have been planned. A Mexican food dinner will be held at […]
Lamar City Council to Act on City Administrater/PJ Wilson Replacement
The Lamar City Council will make some decisions regarding future personnel following their 5:30pm executive session this Monday evening, March 12. Three candidates for councilman PJ Wilson’s Ward II seat will be interviewed in executive session. The deadline for submission of names was last Wednesday, March 7. Wilson is resigning from the council as he […]
Science and Students at LCC
Several hundred elementary and middle school students put their best scientific foot forward Wednesday, March 7, at the annual Southeast Colorado Regional Science Fair held at Lamar Community College. The LCC Wellness Center was full of students, exhibits and judges who were assessing the quality of the presentations from seven area schools, from Walsh […]
“Luck, Be a Lady…”
Lots of players were hoping Lady Luck would smile on them for the weekly Lamar Eagles bingo game, Tuesday, March 6. The players had started to line up to gain entry to the Lodge on South Main Street as early as 3pm according to Bob Sturgess of the Lodge. That’s because the progressive jackpot […]
County Clears Concerns on Cooking
Stating that while they are not diminishing their concern with health standards for food related events in Prowers County, Prowers County Public Health and Environment clarified their position on qualifications required for such events. The news release, issued on Tuesday, March 6, stated in part, “Until further notice, PCPHE will only be involved with Temporary […]
Lamar Middle & High School FFA Contest Winners
Congratulations to the Lamar Middle School winners of FREE Donkey Basketball tickets for participating in various contests during FFA Week! Contests consisted of Ag Career Scavenger Hunt, Lamar FFA Facebook Group challenge and good behavior during game day at the Middle School. Photo features on the back row FFA officers (left to right): Austin […]
Relay for Life Committee Asking for Donations
The 2012 Relay for Life Committee of Lamar is asking businesses and individuals for donations of canned goods for the Luminaria bags that line the track during Relay. After Relay the canned goods will be donated to food banks in Prowers, Baca and Kiowa counties. The canned good will go inside the Luminaria bags to […]
Upcoming Class Focus on Wellness, Nutrition and Fun through Cooking
Lamar, COLORADO: The highly successful “Bon Appetit” class is coming to Lamar over spring-break. CSU Extension Agents Lacey Mann and Kaye Kasza have been teaching the class in Bent County and are expanding to Prowers County this year. Bon Appetit focuses on wellness, nutrition and physical activity while teaching basic food preparation skills to third- […]