Journal Alert
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Colorado House Bill 25-1135 requires all public and charter school to adopt formal cell phone/electronic devices by July 1, 2026 – how local school districts are complying
An assistant principal at Girls Athletic Leadership School, a Denver charter school where cellphones -
Lamar Police Department is once again offering its “Citizen’s Academy” June 16-August 4
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Obituary
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Bonnie Lucero – November 7, 1967 – July 7, 2026
A memorial service for longtime Lamar resident, Bonnie Lucero will be held on Tuesday, July -
Joe Martinez – March 19, 1943 – July 3, 2026
Graveside services for Joe Martinez will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 10, 2026 - More from this category
Events
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Lamar Hosts Paint Drop-off and Giveaway Event for Community on July 25
Photo credit: PaintCare Drop Off Leftover Paint for Recycling or Pick Up Free Paint at -
Lamar celebrates historic Fourth of July with wet/dry parade, community free BBQ and fireworks show
Aerial views of parade crowd – photos by Shane Dashner To say Lamar’s first wet/dry - More from this category
Letters to the Editor
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Letter to the Editor – “The Missing Agency in Hartman’s Dissolution – USDA’s Silence is the Real Story”
To the Editor: As the State of Colorado moves forward with dissolving the Town of -
Letter to the Editor – ” The water isn’t the only thing dirty in Hartman’s story”
To the Editor, The water isn’t the only thing dirty in Hartman’s story. While state - More from this category
Other Recent Articles
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Lamar’s annual “Community Social” to be held July 10
The Annual Community Social event sponsored by the City of Lamar, Prowers Medical Center, and High Plains Community Health Center will be held on Friday, July 10, 2026 at the Willow Creek Pavilion next to the swimming pool. The event is free for everyone. An afternoon swim will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 […]
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How trapshooting is teaching Colorado high schoolers gun safety
Students and adults take aim at an unseen hat belonging to an athlete on the Sterling High School Trapshooting Team who shot a “25 straight” — 25 clay pigeons in a row. The tradition is a rite of passage for young shooters, who say the sport gives them a sense of belonging. (Cheney Orr, Special […]
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Tomasita Ruth Archuleta December 21, 1931 – July 2, 2026
Mass of Christian Burial for Ruth Archuleta will be held at 10:00 a.m. and Rosary at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, July 11, 2026 at Mary Queen of Heaven Catholic Church in Fowler, Colorado. Interment will follow in Fowler Cemetery, Fowler, Colorado. Tomasita Ruth Archuleta, known to most as Ruth, passed away peacefully at her home in […]
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Leo George Hainer – July 9, 1957 – December 15, 2025
Join us as we gather to celebrate the life, laughter and memories of George Hainer. A celebration of life will be held at 3:00PM on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at The LaMar at 219 South Main Street in Lamar. George loved a good potluck, so bring your favorite side dish or dessert and join us […]
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Mary Lynn Gallegos – March 16, 1942 – June 27, 2026
Funeral services for Lynn Gallegos will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at First Baptist Church in Las Animas, Colorado with Pastor Jonathan Busenitz officiating. Interment will follow in the Bent County-Las Animas Cemetery. Mary Lynn Gallegos, affectionately known as Lynn, passed away on June 27, 2026, at Sharp Grossmont Hospital in […]
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City of Lamar Announces Wildfire Relief Donation Effort in Partnership with United Way of Southern Colorado
LAMAR, Colo. — As wildfires continue to impact communities across Southern Colorado and throughout the state, the City of Lamar is encouraging residents, businesses, and community partners to support relief efforts for families affected by these devastating fires. The City of Lamar has partnered with the United Way of Southern Colorado to launch a dedicated […]
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