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Haz-Mat Training Exercise at Fairgrounds
A simulated nerve gas outbreak exercise was conducted at the Prowers Fairgrounds Wednesday evening, March 21. Lamar Police set up temporary roadblocks to the entrances of the fairgrounds shortly before 7pm, while various emergency response teams conducted the training drill. Lamar Fire Chief Marshall Cook explained the outline of the drill, saying the simulation reproduced […]
Lamar Getting Four Day School Week
Lamar School Board members cast a unanimous vote in favor of a four-day school week, starting next fall. The pros outweighed the cons among the board members who said the decision was basically driven by less budgeted revenue over the past several years. Last year, Lincoln Elementary school was closed as a cost cutting measure. […]
Lamar Chamber Honkers and Directors Visit New Chef at LCC
On March 9th, members of the Lamar Chamber Honkers and Board of Directors paid a welcome visit to the New General Manager/Chef at LCC, Adam Germany. Adam is employed by SODEXO and is in charge of food services for the LCC Dining Hall. Adam and his staff are also available for quality catering at an […]
PMC Offers Stars for Sale
Over time, the newly painted blue walls leading to the east entrance of the New Beginnings Birth Center at Prowers Medical Center will be star-studded. Parents and grandparents are invited to purchase a commemorative star to represent the birth of a new family member. The proceeds will go to the PMC Foundation. The “A […]
Lamar School Board Takes Up 4 Day School Week Question
Last May, the board of directors for the Lamar RE-2 school district voted to maintain a five-day school week. Only two members favored making the switch to a four-day week with the majority deciding that closing Lincoln School was enough of a change for the year. The issue will be up for discussion and perhaps […]
Recreation Department Master Plan Meeting Set for Wednesday
The Lamar Sports Fourplex, Escondido Park, The Valco ponds, the Willow Creek Caretaker’s House, walking trails, a skateboard park…these and other area recreational outlets will be on the table for public discussion, Wednesday, March 21 at the City Master Plan meeting of the Lamar Recreation Department. Rick Akers, City Leisure Services Director, wants to see […]
LHS DECA Club Attends State DECA Leadership Conference
The Lamar High School DECA Club traveled to the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs for the State DECA Leadership Conference held Feb. 26-28, 2012. Thirty six students attended the conference which included the opening ceremony, competitions, workshops, dance and closing ceremony. Students competed in individual events, team events and promotional campaign events. Students advanced to […]
Nine “It’s About Kids” Communities Across Colorado Awarded $16,000 in Grants to Increase
For Immediate Release – Tuesday, January 31, 2012 Understanding and Support for Access to Health for Kids The Colorado Children’s Campaign, through support from The Colorado Trust, today announced $16,000 in grants to nine Colorado communities to improve statewide understanding of children’s health care issues and increase support for improved health access for kids through the […]
Booster Club Signs Ed Hearn as Speaker
It’s hard to believe but it is that time of year again. We have witnessed almost a full year of exciting Runnin’ Lopes games and rodeos. It has been a year of highs and lows but we are very proud of the efforts of all our athletes. The RUNNIN’ LOPES ATHLETE APPRECIATION DINNER will be […]
Granada Trustees Approve New Fire Truck, Discuss Truck Parking Ordinance
Granada is getting a new fire truck. The town board voted to purchase a 1987 model from Washington State to replace the 1964 model currently in use. Ricky Silva informed trustee members he had found a model priced at $8,000 that had around 54,000 miles of use. It will cost an additional $2,500 to get […]
Oscar Riley New Lamar Councilman, Buzzard Gets Renewed License
Oscar Riley was selected as a replacement Lamar City Councilman for PJ Wilson who resigned his position as he no longer resides within city limits. Wilson informed the council last month and Riley was one of three candidates who was interviewed by the council in executive session last Wednesday. Steven Rabe has been selected by […]
Science and Students at LCC
Several hundred elementary and middle school students put their best scientific foot forward Wednesday, March 7, at the annual Southeast Colorado Regional Science Fair held at Lamar Community College. The LCC Wellness Center was full of students, exhibits and judges who were assessing the quality of the presentations from seven area schools, from Walsh […]
$28 Million School Project Underway in Holly
Holly School District Superintendent Carlyn Yokum got a round of cheers from the audience of school students, teachers and citizens when she told the gathering that a brand new school would be waiting for them by the fall of 2013. Groundbreaking for the school, which will serve approximately 300 students between pre-kindergarten and 12th graders, […]
Lamar Middle & High School FFA Contest Winners
Congratulations to the Lamar Middle School winners of FREE Donkey Basketball tickets for participating in various contests during FFA Week! Contests consisted of Ag Career Scavenger Hunt, Lamar FFA Facebook Group challenge and good behavior during game day at the Middle School. Photo features on the back row FFA officers (left to right): Austin […]
Development of Valco Property Taking Shape
Motorists crossing the Arkansas River have noticed increased excavation work at the Valco property to the east, along the banks of the river and at the base of the bridge. Tom Brubaker, owner and manager of Valco is donating the land to the city, approximately 108 acres. He offered a brief outline of the work […]
Applications Available for Three Scholarships
Applications are now available for three scholarships being offered to prospective college students in Southeast Colorado. All scholarships are given in memory of Daniel Kasza. Graduating seniors and alumnus of McClave High School are urged to apply for the Daniel Kasza Memorial Scholarship. One $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior, and one […]
Lamar Council Will Discuss Merit Compensation for City Employees
Various forms of merit compensation for Lamar City employees will highlight the Lamar City Council work session set for this evening, February 27. City Administrator Bill Pfeilsticker will ask council members for guidance regarding compensation for city employees who have completed education or training incentive programs. The city has no written incentive program, but it has been generally […]
Revitalized Program Will Help Develop Tomorrow’s Ag Leaders
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 24, 2012 Revitalized Program Will Help Develop Tomorrow’s Ag Leaders Colorado Department of Agriculture Invests in the Future of Agriculture LAKEWOOD, Colo. – A newly formed organization, Colorado Ag Leadership Program (CALP), is dedicated to enhancing leadership capabilities of those committed to the future of Colorado’s agriculture and rural communities. CALP is […]
Prowers County 4-H Foundation Ushers in March Membership Drive
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 17, 2012 By Lacey Mann, CSU 4-H Extension Agent, Bent & Prowers Counties Southeast Area—2012 is off and running and March has been declared “Membership Madness” month. The Prowers County 4-H Foundation is developing new ways to invest in our 4-H future and would like to ask your help to […]
Jones to Replace Nye as Parkview Principal
Aron Jones will become the new Parkview Elementary School principal in July, replacing Diane Nye who informed the Lamar Re-2 school board of her intention to retire at the end of the school year. School board members voted unanimously in favor during a special meeting held Tuesday afternoon, February 21. Jones is the current Lamar […]