All Entries in the "Health" Category
2013 Relay for Life a Great Success
The 2013 Relay for Life of Lamar took place on June 1st and 2nd at Merrill Brush Field at Savage Stadium. The Relay raised $36,085.86 by the close of Relay on June 2nd. 11 Relayers made Grand Club this year. A Grand Club Member is a person who raises $1,000 or more. Every Relayer is […]
Juniper Village Celebrates 20th Anniversary in Lamar
Residents and officials in Lamar attended the 20th anniversary observance of Juniper Village in Lamar, Wednesday, June 5. The event was commemorated with decorations, snacks and beverages for the Juniper Village residents and guests. Sharon Felton, director of the Lamar branch and Cindy Longfellow, one of the regional directors for Juniper Communities met and mingled […]
July 3 for Remember Foundation BBQ, Dance & Auction
Details are being finalized for the second annual dinner and auction for the Remember Foundation on Wednesday, July 3, in Lamar. Make plans to attend the event hosted at Country Acres Motel and RV Park at 29151 on Highway 287 just south of Lamar. Local talent will be featured through the evening with music provided […]
HAZ MAT TEAM CALLED FOR PATIENT Fire Department Incident Reports June 13, 2013
Wednesday, June 12 At 12:09 pm on Wednesday, June 12, Lamar Fire personnel were dispatched to a CO detector activation at 300 S. 8th Street in Lamar. Upon arrival at the location, the home owner told fire personnel that the CO alarm downstairs had been beeping. The gas meter showed no CO in the home […]
High Plains Community Health Center Selected to Become Part of Connect for Health Assistance Network
[Lamar, CO]—Connect for Health Colorado announced today that High Plains Community Health Center is one of 58 groups across the state have been selected to provide in-person assistance to customers of the new health insurance marketplace starting in October. As part of this group, High Plains CHC will become part of the Connect for Health […]
Youth & Family Services and Choices Program Making a Difference
The Youth & Family Services Program at Southeast Mental Health Services, a division of Southeast Health Group, is making a difference for area families. Parents who are concerned about the behavior or emotional health of their children can request office or school-based counseling appointments through the Youth and Family Services team. SEMHS makes specialists available […]
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 […]
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 […]
PMC Birth Announcements June 5, 2013
Kimberly Cline of Holly is the proud new mother to Charles Lucas Cline. Charles was born on May 31, 2013 at 11:30 pm, weighing 6 lb 10 oz and measuring 20 inches long. George Cline, grandfather to baby Charles, is proud to welcome the new baby boy to the family. Congratulations Kimberly on your new […]
Lee Out as Prowers County Public Health Director
The Prowers County Commissioners are beginning a search for a new Director of Public Health for the County, following their contract termination of Justin Lee in that position this past Friday. The commissioners held an executive session meeting regarding his employment last Friday morning, May 31. Commission Chairman, Joe Marble, told The Prowers Journal […]
Dr. Gino Figlio Joins High Plains Community Health Center
High Plains Community Health Center is very pleased to announce that long-time Lamar Pediatrician, Dr. Gino Figlio, will be joining the High Plains medical staff on a full-time basis July 1, 2013. He will be operating his pediatric practice at 200 Kendall Drive, in the same building as the High Plains dental program. “Dr. Figlio […]
PMC Birth Announcements May 30, 2013
Ashley and Kenan Gooden of Eads are the proud new parents of a little boy, Thomas Kytan Gooden. At 3:15 pm on May 27, Thomas was born weighing 7 lb 14 oz and measuring 21 inches long. Grandparents Frank and Gina Tague as well as Lane and Deborah Gooden are excited for the new addition to […]
Stanton County Hospital to Provide Services at the Holly Clinic
Stanton County Hospital is pleased to announce that it has signed a lease with the Holly Community Corporation to provide services at the Holly Medical Clinic. Stanton County Hospital has a long history of serving the healthcare needs of the residents of Southeastern Colorado and welcomes the opportunity to bring clinic services to Holly. The […]
PMC Birth Announcements May 28, 2013
Becca and Jacob Prim of Lamar are proud to announce the arrival of Jace Lucius Prim, who was born at 4:18 pm on May 21, 2013. Jace weighed 9 lb 11 oz and measured 23 inches in length. Grandparents Bob and Barbara Prim, and Wendi and Billy Pearson are happy to welcome Jace to the […]
Preparing for a New Growing Season
Emily Nieschburg and Courtney Neuhold were among some of the LiveWell members who accompanied a family this past Thursday evening, May 23, in preparing their plot of land at the Community Gardens near the High Plains Community Health Center. The garden is beginning its third year of operation and was developed to showcase […]
Code Red Subscription Information
Lamar was struck by several small scale tornadoes last year and in light of the devastation suffered in Oklahoma just days ago by a massive tornado storm, area residents should take note of a free emergency warning system provided for them as we enter a new season of potential severe storms. Code Red […]
Swine Virus Investigation in Colorado
LAKEWOOD, Colo. – On May 16, the National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) confirmed a detection of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea in Iowa. Porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PED) is a virus disease associated with outbreaks of diarrhea and vomiting in swine. PED is not a zoonotic disease, does not affect people, and is not a food […]
Property Donation Requested from PMC or High Plains by Local Group
The PMC board was approached by Jillane Hixson and Loren Brown, representing a group of interested citizens, requesting that 9.52 acres of land owned by the hospital be donated to establish a nursing home on the site. In a follow-up to earlier meetings with hospital management on various scenarios for the donation, […]
Charity Scams for Oklahoma Tornado Donations May Target Locally
Denver – Colorado Secretary of State Scott Gessler today urged Coloradans to ensure they donate wisely, so their contributions go to legitimate charities that will meaningfully help victims, families, and Oklahoma residents recover from this disaster. Gessler offered guidance to help Coloradans avoid scams and efficiently direct money to those in need. “Tragedy like this […]
Prowers Medical Center Annual Board Meeting, Wednesday May 22
Prowers Medical Center Board of Directors Annual Meeting May 22, 2103, 6pm I Call to Order – 6pm II Annual Meeting Agenda Items a. Legal Counsel Designation b. Date & Location of Board Meetings c. Notice of Meetings d. Designation of Official Notification e. Election of Officers: Chairman/Vice-Chairman/Secretary-Treasurer & […]