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New Signage for Prowers County, Commodity Distributions Going Monthly in 2014
Pat Palmer and Brad Semmens, board members of the Prowers County Lodging Tax Panel, met with the County Commissioners for permission to mount an LED sign owned by Semmens on the courthouse lawn. The sign would be used to promote various, non-commercial activities in the county through the year. “Ever since PCDI moved its headquarters […]
Joe Marble Makes Bid to Retain Commissioner Seat
To the Citizens of Prowers County: I am announcing my candidacy for re-election to the Prowers County Commissioner District 2 Seat. This is my second term as a County Commissioner. During the last seven (7) years I have seen our County face many challenges – blizzards, tornadoes, drought and one of the worst recessions in […]
Two LCC Club Soccer Players to Play on CSU-Pueblo’s Team
(Lamar, Colorado; December 12, 2013) Two members of the 2013-2014 Runnin’ Lopes Club Soccer team, Manuel Tarango and Omar Martinez, will continue to pursue an opportunity with Colorado State University-Pueblo’s NCAA Division II Men’s Soccer team for the 2014-2015 season. Manuel Tarango, of Holly, CO and Omar Martinez, of Granada, CO attended a tryout on […]
Colorado’s Premiere Small School Basketball Tournament Marks 50 Years
The holidays bring letters to Santa Claus, last minute shopping, and lots of basketball in Southeast Colorado. In 2013, the Lamar Holiday Basketball Tournament will tip off for the 50th time. The tournament features eight schools, either 1A or 2A classification, with both a boys’ and girls’ bracket. Beginning December 19th, the Lamar Community Building […]
Prowers Medical Center Board Approves Equipment Purchases
Prowers Medical Center Board members approved the purchase of what is known as Disaster Recovery Software for $80,000, following additional information requested of Craig Loveless, Chief Executive Officer at PMC. The purchase is required because the HIPAA/HITECH Act requires medical providers to be equipped with an offsite disaster recovery solution of patient medical […]
Many Thanks from Linda Fairbairn and Many Thanks to Her
Linda Fairbairn will retire at the end of the year as the Director of Social Services for Prowers County after 42 years of service. An appreciation reception was held for her by staff and friends at the Prowers County Annex this past Friday, December 13. Linda had thanks for so many people who […]
Prowers County Budget Passed for 2014
The Prowers County Commissioners held a public hearing on the 2014 county budget this past Thursday, December 12 and approved resolutions for the budget amounting to $17,844,998 as well as a mill levy of 27.17 mills for assessable property within the county amounting to $3,339,233, based on an assessment of $122,901,471. The county’s […]
Devotion and Honor through Wreaths Across America
Several dozen area residents attended the third annual Wreaths Across America Ceremony this past Saturday, December 14, at Fairmount Cemetery in Lamar. Area organizations taking part included: Lamar VFW Post #3621, Lamar American Legion Post #71, Lamar Cub Scout Pack 223, Boy Scout Pack 218 and Lamar Girl Scouts, Troop 4649 and 32544, as […]
PATS Will Roll Into the New Year
Prowers Area Transit Service will be in operation for the approaching New Year’s Eve, safely transporting holiday partiers to and from their homes and evening entertainment spots. PATS is in need of at least $500 in donations for fuel and to reimburse the drivers and volunteers who will help out that evening. The service […]
Applications Being Accepted for Funding to Support Small and Emerging Rural Businesses
DENVER, Colo., October 31, 2013 – USDA Rural Development State Director Trudy Kareus announced that the agency is accepting applications for the Rural Business Enterprise Grant Program (RBEG). Applications are due by 4 PM on January 17, 2014. Nonprofit economic development groups, public bodies and tribes are encouraged to apply. Grant funds may be used […]
Rust Fungus to Battle Widespread, Damaging Weed
LAKEWOOD, Colo. – Canada thistle is one of Colorado’s most widespread and damaging exotic invasive weeds, infesting croplands as well as pastures, rangelands, roadsides and other non-crop areas. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) have entered into a cooperative agreement to control the noxious weed Canada […]
Wise Giving Tips for the Holiday Season
Secretary of State Scott Gessler today reminded Coloradans to be vigilant of potential charity scams during the holiday season. Many Coloradans are generous during the holidays, donating to fund the good work charities do in communities across the state. Unfortunately, there are bad actors who try to take advantage of this generosity with scams. Secretary […]
Don’t Wine, Dine and Drive This Holiday Party Season
Coloradans urged to celebrate responsibly STATEWIDE — As sleigh bells start ringing and holiday celebrations begin throughout Colorado, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is once again teaming up with the Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and law enforcement agencies across the state to boost DUI enforcement. Holiday celebrations are commonplace in early December, leading to […]
Critical Wildlife Projects Keep CPW Personnel Busy Over Winter
DENVER – Although the main big game hunting seasons have ended, Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s researchers and biologists are preparing for another busy time of the year. Beginning in early December through late March, CPW employees will climb aboard aircraft and fly across large swaths of wildlife habitat in search of big game animals to […]
Flood Recovery Jobs Program Received Federal Grant
(DENVER) — The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment announced today that it has received a $4.6 million National Emergency Grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to launch a Flood Recovery Jobs Program. The program will hire about 230 temporary workers to address clean up and recovery issues across Boulder, Clear Creek, El Paso, […]
Prowers Medical Center Rewards Staff and the Community
During the Holiday Season, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have stood beside us as we have grown and adapted to meet the needs of our communities. In appreciation of the ongoing support of our community, Prowers Medical Center (PMC) has chosen to reward our staff of 200+ for their hard work and dedication […]
Four Tips to Avoid Overeating
Excited about all of the great food around the holidays? Here are some tips you can use today to avoid overeating: Tip 1: Slow down! Take smaller bites and chew thoroughly. Eating slowly allows you to actually taste and enjoy what you are eating, which in turn may lead to making healthier food […]
Holly Commercial Club Meeting Minutes
The Holly Commercial Club members held their final meeting of the year on Wednesday, December 4, at the Holly Methodist Church. The community Christmas Home Lighting Contest will be held this year on Tuesday, December 17. The categories will be religious, original and novelty themes. The first place winner will receive $450 in prizes with […]
Lamar Utility Board to Clarify General Service Large Classifications
The Lamar Utility Board passed several resolutions Tuesday, December 10, as the board held their final meeting of 2013. Resolution 13-12-05 clarifies the availability section in the General Service Large Rate sheet, as it is available to all Non-Residential customers that carry an electric Demand Load greater than 40kW to 399 kW. Light Plant Superintendent […]
Prowers County Sheriff Report, November 2013
The Prowers County Sheriff’s Department responded to 251 service calls this past November, 2013. The City of Lamar had 127 calls, followed by the County with 85; Holly had 29 calls and Wiley had five. Lamar posted 44 jail related calls and 13 for warrant arrests, as well as 32 calls for serving papers and […]