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CPW Seeks Information in Two Poachings
KIM, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeking information about a poaching incident that occurred in southeastern Colorado, west of Kim, in Game Management Unit 136. The carcass of a small buck pronghorn was found Oct. 6 on a parcel of private land approximately 1.2 miles west of the intersection of Las Animas County […]
Zordel Replaces Trowbridge as County Undersheriff
Ron Trowbridge has resigned to take the position of Director with the Hotline County Connection effective October 20, 2014. I have appointed Sam Zordel to the position of Undersheriff effective October 20, 2014. Sam has been with the Prowers County Sheriff’s Office since September 21, 1996. He started in the jail as a detention deputy, went to […]
PMC Birth Announcements October 20th, 2014
Cecelia E. Isidro Fierro of Lamar announces the birth of Kaylin on October 13 at 11:38am at Prowers Medical Center and Dr. Portner attending. Kaylin weighed 7 pounds and 13 ounces and was 20 inches long. Children at home include Bryan and Yurem. Grandparents are Jose de la Luz Fierro and Gonsado Ruiz. Mark and Jackie […]
Breast Cancer and Depression
The “Linked in Pink” campaign reminds us that we all have someone in our lives who has battled breast cancer. You, or someone you know, might be in treatment right now. As with other major illnesses, breast cancer can mess with a person’s emotions, bringing a sense of betrayal by your body, anxiety over the […]
Highway 287 Closed Next Week for Railroad Repairs
BACA COUNTY – U.S. 287 will be closed just north of the town of Campo on Monday, Oct. 20, for railroad crossing work. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is closing a 3.1-mile segment of the highway to allow the BNSF Railroad to resurface its crossing to better match the roadway surface and, in turn, […]
Drought Information Statement from NWS-Pueblo
Widespread precipitation, running between one to three inches, has been recorded across much of the drought stricken southeastern Colorado Plains throughout the first two weeks of October. This, along with abundant summer precipitation associated with the southwest monsoon, has allowed for additional improvements in the multi-year drought across portions of south central and southeast […]
Beware of Mail Scams Targeting Our Area
The Sheriff’s Office has received two mail scams in the last two days from residents in Prowers County. They are two separate scams requiring the resident to cash a check, which is fraudulent, and send money to someone for the release of a larger amount of money. Once again we would like to keep the […]
Lamar City Sales Tax Revenue, August Report
Total Sales and Use Tax Collections dropped 0.68% for the month of August, showing a revenue decline of only $1,871.63. Collections for August 2013 were $276,087, compared to $274,215 for the current period. City Sales Tax collected for August was $2.48.242 for a drop of 1.12% compared to 2013. Use Tax Collections were up […]
The Bridge Food Pantry Holiday Food Drive
As we approach the holiday season, we become keenly aware of the need in our community. The Bridge Food Pantry is sponsoring a food drive to help lower income families have a better holiday season. We are asking for donations of all sorts: any canned goods, especially canned vegetables, canned fruit, canned meats, stuffing mix, […]
Lamar Chamber of Commerce Seeking Board Members
LAMAR, COLORADO – The Lamar Chamber of Commerce is seeking business and community professionals, interested and willing to dedicate their time, energy, and expertise, to serve on the Lamar Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Candidates must be willing to serve a three year term, beginning January 1, 2015. The Chamber Board of Directors […]
The Letter and the Leaders
This article is part of a series by the National Park Service concerning the 150th Anniversary of the Sand Creek Massacre. On June 27, 1864, Colorado Territorial Governor John Evans offered an opportunity for a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict with Plains Indians. He directed “friendly Indians [to] keep away from those who are at […]
State Fair Extends Deadline to Refund Cashless Cards
Cashless Card Refund Deadline Extended to October 31, 2014 $135,989 Still Unclaimed From Cashless Cards PUEBLO, Colo. – The Colorado State Fair management has extended the deadline for fairgoers to apply for refunds from cashless cards used at the 2013 Colorado State Fair; nearly $136,000 remains unclaimed and the extended deadline of October 31, […]
Comedy Returns to the Lamar Eagles Halloween Night
On Halloween night, October 31st, 2014 the Lamar Chamber of Commerce Honkers, Two for the Road Entertainment and the Lamar Eagles will once again host another fantastic night of GREAT comedy at the Lamar Eagles Aerie in Lamar, CO. It will start with a meal prepared by the Lamar Eagles Auxiliary consisting of brats, potato […]
La Junta Crash Injures Adults, Children
The Colorado State Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle injury crash, which occurred on Colorado State Highway 10 at Otero County Road 23. A farm tractor, driven by Robert L Klinkerman of La Junta, was attempting to make a left had turn on to Otero County Road 23 when it was struck on it’s left […]
A Judge for the 2014 Autumn Art Show Has Been Selected
Lamar, CO, October 7, 2014 – Members of the Southeast Colorado Arts Guild (SECAG) Judging Committee have selected Virginia Smith Dooley, an accomplished artist as the Judge for this year’s Autumn Art Show at the Shore Art Center. Virginia portrays her love for the beautiful scenic mountains of Colorado and the rustic remnants of the […]
Prowers County Flu Shot Clinics Scheduled
Lamar, CO-Prowers County Public Health & Environment would like to announce their annual flu shot clinics. Vaccine is plentiful and there are no anticipated shortages this year. Prowers County Public Health & Environment has received their vaccine and has vaccine available for both children and adults. The charge for the flu vaccination is […]
SERVsafe Training Scheduled in Lamar
LAS ANIMAS, COLORADO, September 30, 2014: Prowers County Public Health and Colorado State University Extension are offering ServSafe Food Protection Managers Certification Training October 24 in Lamar. This certification meets the requirements for retail food managers seeking advanced food safety certification, as well as individuals wanting to produce and sell home-based food products in […]
Fall is the Perfect Time to Experience Colorado Agriculture
BROOMFIELD, Colo. – The air is crisp and hues of red, orange and yellow dot the landscape. There is no better place to enjoy fall in Colorado than on a farm or ranch. This time of year brings a variety of family events involving agriculture including pumpkin patches and corn mazes. To help […]
Rhythm & Ribs Set for Saturday, October 11
The 3rd annual Rhythm & Ribs will be held at the Holly fair barn, October 11th with serving beginning at 5:30 and music starting at 6:00 p.m. This popular event is sponsored by the Holly Bluegrass Committee and is the only fundraiser to support the Holly Blue-Grass Festival. All proceeds will go to help […]
Grants Help Colorado Specialty Crops
BROOMFIELD, Colo. – Nine grants totaling nearly $840,000 have been awarded through the Colorado Department of Agriculture’s 2014 Specialty Crops Program. Specialty crops include fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops (including floriculture). Funds are received by the Colorado Department of Agriculture from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Specialty Crop […]