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Vest donation protects CPW K9 Sage during conservation and public safety work

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Officer Zachary Picard and CPW K9 Sage work out of the Lamar office. Sage has been selected to receive a protective vest from a national non-profit dedicated to protecting working dogs. CPW Photo LAMAR, Colo. — Colorado Parks and Wildlife K-9 Working Dog Sage will receive a bullet- and stab-resistant vest through […]

All Prowers County Offices and Combined Courts closed November 11 in observance of Veteran’s Day

All Prowers County Offices and the Prowers County Combined Courts will be closed on Wednesday, November 11th, 2026 in observance of Veterans Day~   The Welcome Home Child and Family Development Center ~will be open regular hours~

City of Lamar Announces New Year’s Eve Western Masquerade Gala to Honor First Responders and Support Public Safety

  LAMAR, CO – The City of Lamar is preparing for a special New Year’s Eve celebration that will bring the community together for an evening of entertainment, recognition, and fundraising in support of local public safety departments. The New Year’s Eve Western Masquerade Gala will take place on Thursday, December 31, 2026, beginning at […]

Arkansas River Power Authority Names John Krajewski as General Manager

LAMAR, Colo. — The Arkansas River Power Authority (ARPA) today announced that John A. Krajewski has been named the Authority’s next General Manager, effective July 1, 2027. He will succeed Rick Rigel upon his retirement after over 16 years of service leading ARPA. Krajewski will lead ARPA’s efforts to provide reliable power to its member […]

Lamar High School’s “A” team places first in regional Knowledge Bowl tournament

The Lamar High School Knowledge Bowl “A” team brought home first place at the Region 4 High School Knowledge Bowl held October 20, 2026 at Lamar Community College. There were a total of 30 teams comprised of 120 students at the competition.  The Eads team took second place and Karval placed third.

Springfield Volunteer Fire Department receives grain entrapment tools and training

Nationwide equips 67 fire departments with grain entrapment tools and training Since 2014, Nationwide’s Grain Bin Safety program has delivered rescue resources to more than 500 fire departments, leading to 19 successful rescues The danger inside a grain bin is not always visible – and when hidden hazards give way, entrapment can happen in seconds. […]

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  • Lower Ark Hosted Arkansas River Basin Proposed Tabulation Update 2026

    Lower Ark Hosted Arkansas River Basin Proposed Tabulation Update 2026

      Colorado State Water Engineer, Jason Ullmann gave a presentation on Arkansas River Basin Tabulation Update, 2026 Submitted by Norman L. Kincaide, Ph.D. Lower Arkansas Valley Water Conservancy District hosted, to a packed lobby, a presentation by State Water Engineer, Jason Ullmann and Division 2 Engineer, Rachel Zancanella, Colorado Division of Water Resources, October 29, […]

  • Waterfowl hunters are urged to take precautions on the lower Ark and adjacent state wildlife areas this season following the Pueblo sewage spill in Aug

    Waterfowl hunters are urged to take precautions on the lower Ark and adjacent state wildlife areas this season following the Pueblo sewage spill in Aug

    CPW Photo/Doug Skinner Oct. 30, 2026 PUEBLO, Colo. — With waterfowl hunting season underway in southeastern Colorado, Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds hunters and other outdoor recreationists to take precautions against exposure to potentially contaminated water along the Arkansas River and adjacent state wildlife areas following a sewage spill in Pueblo earlier this year. The […]

  • Southeast Area Extension offering 2027 Pesticide continued education credits

    Southeast Area Extension offering 2027 Pesticide continued education credits

    The Southeast Area Extension is happy to announce the 2027 Pesticide continued education credits. We are offering three in-person pesticide license recertification workshops. We offer the 7 core credits: laws and regulations, pesticides and their families, applicator safety, public safety, environmental protection, and use of pesticides. Coffee and snacks will be provided.   February 8th, […]

  • Steven Keith Nordell - June 14, 1954 - October 23, 2026

    Steven Keith Nordell – June 14, 1954 – October 23, 2026

    Steven Keith Nordell of Las Animas, Colorado was born June 14, 1954 in Greeley, Colorado to Calvin and Mabel (Laing) Nordell.  He passed away at his home on October 23, 2026 at the age of 72.  Per Steve’s request, cremation has taken place and services will be held at a later date.  Arrangements are under […]

  • Lamar Elks Lodge #1319 Awards $1,000 Scholarship Grant to Jackie Manly

    Lamar Elks Lodge #1319 Awards $1,000 Scholarship Grant to Jackie Manly

    The Lamar Elks Lodge #1319 is proud to announce that Jackie Manly has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship grant from the Colorado Elks Association, made possible through the Elks National Foundation. Manly is currently expanding her education at Lamar Community College, where she is pursuing her Qualified Behavioral Health Assistant (QBHA) certificate. A dedicated member […]

  • "We Found the Lost Sand Creek Site" - A local family's tale of discovery will be topic at upcoming Lamar event

    “We Found the Lost Sand Creek Site” – A local family’s tale of discovery will be topic at upcoming Lamar event

    Most people living in southeast Colorado have heard of the event known as the “Sand Creek Massacre”.  The  story that has historically been told is indeed one of a massacre, one in which Colonel John Chivington and roughly 700 U.S. Army and territorial Cavalry troops surprised the Cheyenne Chief Black Kettle’s encampment and slaughtered a […]

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