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Operation S.A.F.E. Fly-in to Feature Agricultural Aircraft, Drones, and Safety Training for First Responders
Colorado Agricultural Aviation Association encourages farmers, ranchers, and any others interested to attend its Operation S.A.F.E. Fly-in being held in La Junta, where attendees will hear updates about issues impacting the aerial application industry (aka crop dusting). There will be flight demonstrations from the agricultural aircraft and from participating UAS (drone) operators as well […]
S.E. Colorado is Dryer, But Still Rated Drought Free
A Drought Information Statement from the National Weather Service indicates that as of September 12, 2015, despite some drying conditions, south central and southeast Colorado remains drought free. August was a generally warm and dry month across most of that region, save for some areas of precipitation across the southeast plains. The warmer and mainly […]
Granada Making Repairs from August Storms
The August 16th storm that swept through portions of Prowers County hit Granada with 90mph winds, causing some damage to trees, power poles and an electrical transformer at the elevator took what is believed to be a direct lightning hit. That’s according to the report given the Trustees by Town Maintenance Supervisor, John McMillan during […]
Colorado Water Conservation Board, August 2015 Drought Update
Colorado Water Conservation Board, August 2015 Drought Update Colorado remains largely drought free despite decreased precipitation in late July and early August. This is in part due to moderate summer temperatures over the same time period. Drier conditions in recent weeks have led to declining soil moisture levels, but overall evapotranspiration rates are below average […]
Storm Repair Efforts Recapped at LUB Meeting
Rick Beard assumed the duties of the interim chairman of the Lamar Utilities Board during the regular meeting held on Tuesday, August 25. Beard moved into that position when former chairman, Michael Bryant, said he would not serve another four year term due to time constraints. Beard will act as interim chairman until a […]
USDA Corn Crop Report
Corn crop maturity continues catching up while condition remains strong Wet weather across the U.S. this past spring delayed corn planting, and as a result the maturity of the crop for weeks has lagged compared to previous years. But warm weather recently has helped the crop catch up, and the combination of good soil moisture at […]
Four Vehicle Pile Up on 287, Dust Closes Hwy S. of Lamar
The Colorado State Patrol is currently investigating a four-vehicle injury crash, which occurred on Colorado State Highway 287 near milepost 69.5, approximately 6.5 miles south of Lamar. The accident occurred shortly after 5pm on Saturday, August 22. A white 2000 Peterbuilt tractor trailer driven by Jose Ortiz a 43 year old Texas male collided with […]
S.E. Colorado Remaining Drought Free
July was a slightly cooler and wetter than normal month across much of south central and southeast Colorado, save for areas of above normal temperatures and below to well-below precipitation across the southeast Plains. The warmer and drier than normal conditions across portions of eastern Colorado has allowed for soils to dry out and […]
Elm Leaf Beetle Problems Spread Through S.E. Colorado
LA JUNTA, Colo. – Elm trees in southeast Colorado are having a bad year. On the heels of years of drought, which already had reduced overall tree health, they are suffering from a one-two punch of a dramatic temperature decline last November – from the high seventies to well below zero in just a few […]
Southeast Colorado is Drought Free
Spring rains have upgraded the drought status of south central and southeast Colorado as Drought Free, according to the report released July 16 by the U.S. Drought Monitor. June precipitation totals across that region were near to slightly below normal across most of the southeast plains with slightly to well above normal precipitation experienced over […]
Summer Packs a Wet Wallop
Lamar and portions of southeast Colorado was hit by two intense storm systems this past Tuesday and Wednesday. Last night’s storm saw sustained winds of 62mph, according to the National Weather Service out of Pueblo, and gusts up to 76mph which brought down numerous tree limbs and branches and leaves during the height of the […]
Stay Safe and Legal Over the Fourth
The Lamar Fire and Ambulance Department will be busy on Saturday, July 4th, setting up the annual fireworks display from the Sand and Sage Fairgrounds. Hundreds of rockets and fireworks need to be mounted on their pads and ready to go by dusk. The Department reminds residents that there are laws pertaining to what […]
(Updated with End of the Line Arena Awards ) Slipping into Summer Cowboy Style
We enjoyed heat and humidity this past Saturday, as folks around Granada and Bristol gathered to celebrate their annual Granada-Bristol Days celebration. The Lamar VFW Honor Guard led the way for the annual parade through Granada, leading residents out to the park where they could enjoy a day of activities, including the annual alumni gathering […]
Survivors Recap 1965 Flood at Historical Society Meeting
The historic flood that struck Prowers County created a different world 50 years ago. With the June 18, 1965 flood, just about every life in the area was impacted by the devastation wrought by excessive rains and the subsequent floods. Many residents who attended the Thursday, June 18, Prowers County Historical Society meeting at the […]
Drought Conditions Improving for Southeast Region
Update from Colorado Water Conservation Bureau A cool and wet May has eliminated drought conditions across much of Colorado. With 31 weather stations recording the wettest month ever, statewide May 2015 was the wettest May since record keeping began in 1895. In total much of the state experienced 300% of normal May precipitation. June temperatures […]
November’s Frigid Polar Vortex Now Impacting Area Foliage
Despite the welcome rains from this spring, Prowers County residents have noticed that some of their trees are in distress, losing leaves as if it were already autumn. According to Shelly Simmons, Assistant District Forester of the Colorado State Forest Service, La Junta District, a part of the situation stems from the intense cold snap we experienced […]
Rains Reducing Drought in S.E. Colorado
Drought Information Statement from National Weather Service Record to near record precipitation throughout May has ended the drought across most of southeastern Colorado. A very stormy month has produced widespread rainfall of two to four inches across most of south central and southeast Colorado, with pockets of six to eight inches of rain recorded across […]
PMC Holds Election of Officers, Rain Delays Construction
The move to maintain the Prowers Medical Center board of directors in their same positions as last year was approved by unanimous consent during Wednesday’s monthly meeting. Julie Branes will remain chairman and Ron Farmer as vice-chair with Connie Brase as secretary-treasurer and Amber Rider as recording secretary. Attorney Joseph Bower was retained for another […]
Light Plant Makes Repairs on Area Outages
The Lamar Utility Board held a brief meeting, approving purchase orders and payment of bills. A bid for underground junction boxes for $5,357 was approved to maintain stock inventory. Light Plant Superintendent, Houssin Hourieh, explained that some of these will be used as parts of the electrical infrastructure for the proposed dormitory pod for Lamar […]
Water Levels at John Martin Reservoir May Impact Memorial Day Visitors
HASTY, Colo. – Visitors to John Martin Reservoir over Memorial Day Weekend can expect a few changes due to the effects of recent storms.Water levels at the reservoir have risen significantly, leading to changes that will impact guests and those planning on visiting in the near future should take note of the following: Most areas […]