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Triumph Bancorp, Inc. to Acquire ColoEast Bankshares, Inc.

Triumph Bancorp, Inc. to Acquire ColoEast Bankshares, Inc.

DALLAS, March 07, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Triumph Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:TBK) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire ColoEast Bankshares, Inc., parent of Colorado East Bank & Trust, headquartered in Lamar, Colorado. ColoEast Bankshares, Inc. is a bank holding company with $759 million in total assets as of 12/31/2015. Its community […]

George Gotto Selected as PCDI Interim Executive Director

George Gotto Selected as PCDI Interim Executive Director

GEORGE GOTTO TO SERVE AS INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF PCDI (LAMAR, COLORADO) – “Focus your attention on what you are building.”  The words of Nikki Rowe hold very true to what the board of directors of Prowers County Development, Incorporated (PCDI) is dedicated to doing.  The organization is determined to bring about a new focus […]

Best Seat in the House

Best Seat in the House

“What am I bid for this colorful commode???!” These toilets, gently used, will be up for bid until September 21, with the auction taking place on facebook, not in the physical world in Lamar.  Area residents have noticed with amusement and probably some confusion, several colorfully colored toilets on display in front of homes and […]

Holly Trustees Discuss Insurance, Utilities

Holly Trustees Discuss Insurance, Utilities

  The Holly Trustees scheduled a work session in preparation for the 2015 budget.  “As the utilities comprise the largest portion of the budget, I recommend we begin there,” said Marsha Willhite, City Administrator.  The session is set for September 15 and discussion will also focus on the costs associated with funding a town police […]

Colorado East Names New Bank President

Colorado East Names New Bank President

Steve Sherlock, CEO, Colorado East Bank & Trust announced to staff Monday, August 11th,  the promotion of Brenda May, EVP, to the position of President of the Lamar Bank. Brenda replaces long time employee and President George Gotto who earlier in July announced his retirement. Gotto will remain at the bank in his roll as […]

Lyndon Thomas Wagner…September 21, 1984 – April 22, 2014

Lyndon Thomas Wagner…September 21, 1984 – April 22, 2014

              Funeral services for Lyndon Thomas Wagner will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at Holly High School Gymnasium (UPDATED) with Rev. Kathy Leathers officiating.  Burial will follow at the Holly Cemetery.             Lyndon Thomas Wagner was born on September 21, 1984 in Lamar, Colorado to Thomas and Lanette Wagner. He […]

Holly Commercial Club Meeting Minutes

Holly Commercial Club Meeting Minutes

The Holly Commercial Club members held their final meeting of the year on Wednesday, December 4, at the Holly Methodist Church.    The community Christmas Home Lighting Contest will be held this year on Tuesday, December 17.  The categories will be religious, original and novelty themes.  The first place winner will receive $450 in prizes with […]

Robert D. Parker…October 4, 1944 – June 20, 2013

Robert D. Parker…October 4, 1944 – June 20, 2013

  A Memorial Mass for longtime Lamar resident, Robert D. Parker will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at St. Francis De Sales/Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Reverend Charlie Sena as Celebrant. A Rosary Service will be held at 9:30 AM prior to the Mass also at the church with […]

Holly Commercial Club Reviews Bluegrass Festival

Holly Commercial Club Reviews Bluegrass Festival

Members of the Holly Commercial Club met in regular session for their monthly meeting, Wednesday, June 5 at the United Methodist Church.  Discussion focused on preparations for the annual Bluegrass Festival including volunteer duties and which businesses will help supply meals.  Contributions included preparations of 50 lbs of pulled pork by Tracie Kalma, Pearly Reyman […]

Deborah (Dede) Douglass Krausman…December 29, 1968 – May 10, 2013

Deborah (Dede) Douglass Krausman…December 29, 1968 – May 10, 2013

  Deborah (Dede) Douglass Krausman was born December 29,1968 in Colby, Kansas to Dean and Judy Douglass and passed away on May 10, 2013 in Parker, Colorado.  A memorial service is being held on May 23, 2013 at Horan & McConaty, 5303 E. County Line Rd., Centennial, Colorado.    Dede was preceded in death by her […]

Business of the Week - Colorado East Bank & Trust

Business of the Week – Colorado East Bank & Trust

You help your community thrive when you shop locally! Be sure to read The Prowers Journal each week when the Lamar Chamber of Commerce and The Prowers Journal highlight a featured Business of the Week. This week we are proud to spotlight Colorado East Bank & Trust Give them a call at: 719.336-5200 Colorado East Bank & Trust was established in […]

Finances Top PCDI 2013 Priorities

Finances Top PCDI 2013 Priorities

Prowers County Development Incorporated board members held their final meeting at the current headquarters on South Main Street in Lamar before making their transition to the Rodeway Cow Palace Inn by the second week of December.  The new location will help cut back on various expenses including rent, utilities and insurance.  PCDI will occupy two […]

Parade Results-Holly Gateway Fair Parade

Parade Results-Holly Gateway Fair Parade

Click on a picture to enter the Gallery Although some outdoor events were called off due to the weather conditions earlier in the week, overcast skies, fog and mist wasn’t a deterrent to any of the crowds that lined Main Street in Holly for the annual parade this past Saturday morning, September 29. Assembing along Tony Garcia Drive, […]

Do Not Fold, Spindle or Mutilate, Shred Instead

Do Not Fold, Spindle or Mutilate, Shred Instead

  Baby boomers may remember the beginning of that phrase from the 1960s, as a reference to handling documents the correct way or they may get rejected by the computers.  It also had a meaning in that the paperwork was more important than the person, sometimes signified as a message on a tee shirt.    […]

Cattlemen to Host Meeting, Auction, and Banquet on March 31

Cattlemen to Host Meeting, Auction, and Banquet on March 31

LAMAR – Colorado’s oldest livestock organization will meet March 31st here. The annual Bent-Prowers Cattle & Horse Growers Association will mark the start of its 143rd year with its annual meeting, auction, banquet and cowboy ball. Events are open to the ranching community. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m. and the business session starts at 1 […]

8th Annual Fantasy Tree Festival Held at Lamar Elks

8th Annual Fantasy Tree Festival Held at Lamar Elks

The 8th Annual Fantasy Tree Festival helped inaugurate the holiday season for southeast Colorado this past Saturday, November 19. The annual event raises funds to support the activities of the Domestic Safety Resource Center which serves several area counties. Businesses, organizations and citizens decorate a Christmas tree or wreath in a theme of their choosing […]

Surprise Reception Planned for Gary Peyton

Surprise Reception Planned for Gary Peyton

Colorado East Bank and Trust is hosting a come and go reception to honor Gary Peyton’s 50 years in the banking industry. The reception will be held Saturday, May 7, 2011 at the Lamar Elks Lodge from 6:30pm to 9pm with the roast scheduled for 7:30pm. Please contact Colorado East Bank and Trust at 719-336-5200 […]