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Swim Beach Re-Opens at John Martin Reservoir
The Swim Beach at John Martin Reservoir has re-opened to the pubic after it was closed for two days this week. According to a person at the park office, the beach was re-opened for swimming as of yesterday, Thursday, August 14. The Colorado Parks and Wildlife temporarily closed the swim beach at Lake Hasty after […]
Dr. Charles Kelley Retirement Reception Planned
Dr. Charles Kelley, Lamar, is happy to introduce to the public, Dr. Jacob Mackey, who is assuming his dental practice. After practicing dentistry for 48 years (41 years in Lamar), Dr. Kelley retired on July 31. Dr. Mackey is originally from Phoenix, Arizona. He graduated from Arizona State University in 2008. He then attended the […]
Commissioners Okay School Transport Funds, Discuss Ceiling Repairs at Courthouse
With a new school year nearing, the Prowers County Commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding for transportation services from PATS for Alta Vista Charter School. The annual agreement spells out the costs of transporting a minimum of eleven students through the school year. “Because we’re planning to sell two 15-passenger buses, we’re going to use […]
Construction on New VA Clinic Getting Underway
The new Veteran’s Administration medical clinic is expected to be open and in operation in Lamar by early to mid October. The state VA office confirmed that construction on the former Movie Gallery on South Main Street is set to begin in August. The announcement is welcome news to area veterans who have been without […]
RE-2 Meal Eligibility Guidelines for 2014 – 2015
2014-2015 School Year – PUBLIC RELEASE Lamar Re-2 School District today, 8/7/2014, announced its policy for determining eligibility of children who may receive free and reduced price meals served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs, Afterschool Care Snack Program and Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. Local school officials will use the […]
PMC Birth Announcements August 7, 2014
Lacey Montez and Logan Stecklein of Lamar are happy to announce the birth of their daughter. Jasmyne Monroe Stecklein was born at 6:37pm on August 2, 2014. She weighed 6 lb 4 oz and measured 19 inches in length. She joins her new siblings Jayden and Jordan Montez. Her grandparents are Monica Aguilera and Rosa […]
Hospice Donation Clarification
Southeast Colorado residents should not confuse the Lamar Area Hospice with a Virginia donation group known as The Hospice Support Fund. Deb Pelley, Lamar Area Hospice Director, told The Prowers Journal, some local residents may become confused with a recent local mailing from the Virginia organization which headlines their solicitation letters with “2014 Lamar […]
PMC Birth Announcements August 5, 2015
Shea and Matthew Reinhardt of Wiley are the proud new parents of a baby girl. Nora Gene Reinhardt was born at 4:06am on July 31, 2014. She weighed 7 lb 13 oz and measured 20.5 inches in length. She joins her new siblings Lylah and Royce. Her grandparents are Dave & Julie Esgar of Wiley […]
PMC Birth Announcements August 4, 2015
Mittie and Matthew Helm of Wiley are happy to welcome a little boy to their family. Uriah Cash Helm was born at 8:48am on July 25, 2014. He weighed 6 lb 9 oz and measured 20 inches in length. Uriah is the couple’s first child. Congratulations to Mittie and Matthew on your new arrival! Joelene […]
Developing a Royal Flush
There’s no set rhyme or reason as to how community support and spirit can be displayed. Sometimes it could be a simple donation jar on a store counter, or in this case, a brightly colored toilet parked on your front lawn! People have turned unused toilets into a yard planter, but in this case, […]
Lamar Lions & PCDI Joining Forces to Help Vets/Homeless
The Fort Lyon Supportive Residential Community in Las Animas will observe this September, its first anniversary of serving the homeless in the state, especially veterans who are in need and are seeking rehabilitation. Lamar Lions President Ken Callison and Dick Ramsay approached the board members of Prowers County Development Incorporated, seeking to use a vacant portion of […]
Recent Rains Add to Mosquito Season
Equal elements of prevention and protection are needed to combat mosquito infestation. Prevention helps keep their numbers down and protection help keeps them from biting you. Local authorities agreed that the recent heavy rains experienced in Prowers County added to the potential of having more mosquitoes in the area, especially in areas of standing water […]
PMC Birth Announcement July 18, 2014
Tanya Gentz and Tyson Wright of Lamar are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Asalynn Ariah Gentz. Asalynn was born at 6:06 am on July 15, 2014. She weighed 7 lb 14 oz and measured 20.5 inches in length. Her grandparents are Kellie Dewey, Tim & Kim Stegman, and Raelynn Taft. Congratulations to […]
PMC Birth Announcements July 15, 2014
Andrea Lewis and Brandon Trumble of Lamar are happy to welcome a new addition to their family. Their son Owen Anthony Trumble was born at 7:48 pm on July 8, 2014. He weighed 7 lb 6 oz and measured 21 inches in length. He joins his sister Pixie Lynn. His grandparents are David & Vicki […]
Art Show: OPEN BOOK featured at Lamar Public Library
Colorado Arts of Recovery, in conjunction with Southeast Health Group, is hosting an art opening at Lamar Public Library at 102 E. Parmenter Street, from 5-7 PM on Thursday, July 17th. The show, titled “Open Book,” includes artworks made by manipulating recycled book pages. The public is invited to enjoy music and light refreshments while […]
PMC Birth Announcements July 10, 2014
Jessica Willhite and Alan Lendsey of Campo are the proud new parents of a baby girl. Addilyn Ruby Lendsey was born at 1:24am on June 26, 2014. She weighed 7 lb 15.5 oz and measured 20.75 inches in length. Paula & David Willhite are Addilyn’s grandparents. Congratulations to Jessica and Alan on the birth of […]
PMC Chief Recognized for U.S. Armed Forces Support
Craig Loveless, Prowers Medical Center, Chief Executive Officer, was presented with a certification of appreciation for his and the hospital’s commitment to supporting the National Guard and Military Reserve members employed by PMC. The Patriot’s Award was presented by Harry Vogel, Colorado representative of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve. The ESGR is […]
LiveWell Prowers County to Host Community Conversations on Children’s Health
As a coalition LiveWell Prowers County has committed to working hard to make sure healthy choices are easy choices in Prowers County. The organization has made progress and has had many successes to celebrate! However, there is still important work to be done. LiveWell Prowers County, Prowers County Health Alliance, and Civic Canopy (the experts the organization […]
Colorado Teen Birth Rate Plummets
DENVER — Thursday, July 3, 2014 — Gov. John Hickenlooper announced today the teen birth rate in Colorado dropped 40 percent from 2009 through 2013, driven by a Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment initiative that helps low-income women get long-acting reversible contraceptives. “Unintended pregnancies, especially among teenagers, carry health risks for mother […]
Lamar Receives Funding to Complete Sportsplex Fields
The Lamar Sportsplex, known at its origin as the Four-plex, has been funded for completion of the remaining two ball fields, according to Rick Akers, Lamar Parks and Recreation Director this past Wednesday, July 2. Lamar’s application was one of several grants selected from nine made to Greater Outdoors Colorado for funding. The 36 applications […]