All Entries Tagged With: "Lamar Chamber of Commerce"
Lamar City Council Sets Public Meeting Dates for ARPA Discussion
Several public hearings were set by the Lamar City Council during their Monday evening meeting, two of which will focus on developments regarding ARPA, Arkansas River Power Authority. Mayor Roger Stagner said he hoped citizens with concerns about ARPA and the Lamar Repowering Project will attend one of the two meetings set for the Lamar […]
2014 Lamar Days Highlights
As Lamar Days events approach each year, organizers and residents alike start watching the weekend forecast. Will we be rained out or will it stay sunny and dry as is usually the case. No need to worry over this past weekend, as a cloudy Friday evening did let loose with some overnight rains, but by […]
A Weekend of Windmills and Wagons as we Observe Lamar Days
Time is running out for you to RSVP to join in the fun and food for the traditional breakfast that kicks off Lamar Days. “Wake Up Lamar” breakfast this year will be held at the Lamar Community Building, Friday, May 16, from 6:45 to 7:45am. Entertainment for the morning meal will feature the winners of […]
Ribbon Cutting for LCC Trades and Welding Program
Students, instructors, LCC officials and members of the Lamar Chamber of Commerce turned out for ribbon cutting ceremonies this past Wednesday, April 30 at the dedication of the facilities for the Construction Technology Program at Lamar Community College. The Construction Technology program has seen a significant enrollment increase in the past several years, prompting […]
Baxter Black to Headline the Annual Farm-City Banquet
Noted cowboy poet, author, former large animal veterinarian and radio personality Baxter Black has been signed by the Lamar Chamber of Commerce to headline the annual Farm-City Banquet next November 15. Members of the chamber board confirmed the announcement during their meeting with the Prowers County Lodging Tax Panel board Tuesday afternoon, April […]
Lamar Council Opens Willow Creek Park for Lamar Days/Cinco de Mayo
Mary Moore and Connie Gangwish from Lightkeepers Ministries outlined their plans to the Lamar City Council, to create a non-profit women’s homeless shelter at the former Troy Apartments on South Main Street in Lamar. Moore has researched various, similar shelters in Pueblo to learn the logistics of their operation. Gangwish has said she’ll provide […]
LPI Board Discusses Healthy Places Initiative with PUMA Reps
What market is currently being served by the retailers along Main Street in Lamar? What business or store could become an anchor to Main Street that could induce local residents or visitors to frequent? Those were topics of discussion during the monthly LPI meeting at the Lamar Chamber of Commerce offices this past Wednesday, March […]
Redevelopment Board Approves Beech Street Property Purchase
The Lamar City Council, meeting as the Lamar Redevelopment Authority Board on Monday, March 24, discussed the merits of purchasing the vacant lots in downtown Lamar that adjoin the City’s existing municipal parking lot on the north and abuts Beech Street on the lot’s south edge. Shawna Hodge, Lamar Main Street Coordinator, and City Administrator, John […]
Comedy Night Returns to the Lamar Eagles April 11, 2014
The Lamar Chamber of Commerce Honkers, Two for the Road Entertainment and the Lamar Eagles are hosting another exciting evening of comedy at the Lamar Eagles Aerie in Lamar, CO. It will start with a patty melt and fries meal prepared by the Lamar Eagles from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, with the Comedy Show […]
Prowers Lodging Panel Okays Funding for Lamar Days
Marketing expenses associated with this year’s Lamar Days, May 16-18, were approved by the Prowers County Lodging Tax Panel during their monthly meeting, Tuesday, March 18. The three day annual event highlights Lamar’s anniversary and the Lamar Chamber of Commerce was granted $2417.47 of their $2,780 request as the balance, $362.53, was being […]
Lamar Partnership Incorporated Holds Annual Meeting
Kevin Knight and Clifford Boxley were voted in as new LPI board members during the annual meeting, February 26. Sean Lirley was elected to a new three year term. Board positions will remain the same with Kim Fornier as president, Melissa Bohls as vice-president, Denise Carder as treasurer and Carla Scranton as secretary. Executive […]
Lamar Chamber Board and Honkers Visit NRCS & FSA
Several Lamar Chamber board members and Honkers made a visit to the new Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) / Farm Service Agency (FSA) building offices during the dedication of the new building on February 13, 2014. In attendance at the dedication were contractors Tress and Dustin Langston and Mark Carrigan along with employees from each […]
Chamber Honkers Welcome Village Barbers
The Lamar Chamber Honkers paid a visit to Jeni McCarty and Mariaha Cooper at Village Barbers located in the Village Shopping Center too offer them their “First Dollar of Profit“. They specialize in hair care, coloring, cutting and more. They are located at 105 Lee Ave., Suite 6 in Lamar. Hours are Tuesday through Friday […]
Honkers Visit Jillian Tinnes with New York Life
The Lamar Honkers recently visited Jillian Tinnes with New York Life Insurance. Jillian is a Financial Services Professional and a Licensed Agent for the New York Life Insurance Company. She has been working in this capacity for two years with instruction from her mentor Judy Turpin. Jillian offers a variety of insurance options including life, […]
LCC Opens New Career & Transfer Center
Students at area high schools, area residents and Lamar Community College students will receive career advice from the New Career and Transfer Center which celebrated its grand opening at LCC Thursday, February 6. The Center will assist persons to help make the right career choice for them and will guide students into the correct degree […]
Lamar Honkers Welcome Jackson Hewitt Tax Service to Lamar
On January 24th , the Lamar Chamber Honkers paid a visit to Jackson Hewitt Tax Service®, a new business in the Village Shopping Center. On this date, Nikki Shannon, Jackson Hewitt Franchisee, and crew were celebrating their Grand Opening with prizes, pizza and soft drinks. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® recently opened their new office, […]
Rocky Mountain SER Opens in New Lamar Location
On Friday, January 24, 2014 the Lamar Chamber of Commerce “Honkers” made a visit to the new location of Rocky Mountain SER. The employment and training agency has moved to a new location in Lamar and is now located at 20 South Main Street, Suite 2. The organization was formerly co-located with the Lamar Workforce […]
Daylight Donuts Celebrates Grand Opening Under New Ownership
Sheryl and Vince Yoder are the new owners of Daylight Donuts at 109 South Main Street in Lamar. They were paid a visit recently during their Grand Opening by the Lamar Chamber of Commerce Honkers and Lamar Chamber Board members. The store, a longtime fixture for morning commuters along Main Street is now open seven […]
Fairbairn, Parks, Thurner & Aguilera Honored at Lamar Chamber Banquet
The Lamar Eagles Lodge #3898 held a capacity crowd for the 93rd annual Lamar Chamber of Commerce Banquet this past Thursday evening, January 30. The audience saw awards presented for Citizen of the Year, the Humanitarian Award, the Honker of the Year and a special observance from Voces Unidas for Janea Aguilera and presentation of […]
Chamber Honkers Visit the Hair Connection
The Lamar Chamber of Commerce Honkers recently welcomed Hair Connections to the business community. Hair Connections is owned by Terri Pankey and is located at 201 ½ East Olive Street. Terri is a former cosmetology instructor from Lamar Community College. Hair Connections is open Monday through Saturday. Call 691-5871 to make an appointment. […]