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New 2027 Colorado driving laws targeting teen safety

Starting January 1, 2027, getting a learner’s permit in Colorado will require more comprehensive training for young motorists. Under House Bill 24-1021, the state is rolling out updated education standards for all permit applicants under the age of 21. Passed to enhance public safety and lower traffic fatalities among young drivers, these changes ensure every […]

Xcel Energy loses battle over wind tower land dispute

  Xcel Energy’s Goose Creek substation near Cheyenne Wells on June 10, 2026. Xcel Energy is fighting in court to condemn a strip of land to connect two wind farms to the substation, which is part of the Xcel’s Power Pathway. (Mike Sweeney, Special to The Colorado Sun) Article by Mark Jaffe/The Colorado Sun – […]

From Prowers County Public Health and Environment: Update regarding the recent Pueblo wastewater spill

  Arkansas River Advisory (Hwy 50 Area in Lamar) Water samples collected on September 1, 2026, from the Arkansas River near the Highway 50 area in Lamar revealed E. coli levels of 613.1 CFU/100mL. This significantly exceeds the public safety threshold of 235 CFU/100mL. The public is strictly advised to avoid all contact with the […]

CPW expands water contact advisory along Arkansas River after Pueblo sewage spill

PUEBLO, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife is expanding its water contact advisory to 10 state wildlife areas and the Las Animas Fish Hatchery along the Arkansas River, asking visitors to avoid direct contact with the river and fisheries on those properties. The expansion comes as water affected by a 4.2-million-gallon untreated sewage spill continues moving downstream from Pueblo. The advisory issued […]

Annual “Backyard Bash” raises funds for Lamar Area Hospice – honors Deb Pelley who is retiring as Executive Director and Rose Ann Adame-Yates who is stepping down as Hospice fundraising chair

Lamar Area Hospice Executive Director Deb Pelley (left), and Hospice Fundraising Chair Rose Ann Yates share a sweet moment at the recent Backyard Bash event (All photos are courtesy of Karen Voepel Photography) The Annual “Backyard Bash” fundraiser for the Lamar Area Hospice was held August 29, 2026 at the Lamar Eagles.  The event, Hospice’s […]

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  • Janet Lawrence - September 10, 1943 - September 3, 2026

    Janet Lawrence – September 10, 1943 – September 3, 2026

    A memorial service for longtime Lamar resident, Janet Lawrence will be held at 11:00AM on Monday, September 14, 2026 at the Lamar Christian Church with Ray Matteson officiating. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. Per Janet’s wishes cremation will take place and there will be no viewing. Janet was born […]

  • Prowers County Labor Day closure announcement

    Prowers County Labor Day closure announcement

    Prowers County Offices, The Welcome Home Child and Family Development Center and Prowers County Combined Courts will be closed on Monday, September 7th, 2026 in observance of ~Labor Day~ Normal office hours will resume Tuesday, September 8th, 2026

  • CSU Southeast Area Extension hosting Farm Bill Workshop Sept. 18, 2026

    CSU Southeast Area Extension hosting Farm Bill Workshop Sept. 18, 2026

    The CSU Southeast Area Extension is happy to announce a Farm Bill Workshop. The presentation “From Farm Bill to Front Porch” will give you an overview of the Farm Bill. The talk will include the short history of the Farm Bill, facts, Farm Bill Changes with OBBBA, DMC (Dairy Margin Coverage), PLC (Price Loss Coverage), and […]

  • Water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir as Pueblo sewage spill moves downstream; arrival anticipated Monday

    Water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir as Pueblo sewage spill moves downstream; arrival anticipated Monday

    Sunset at John Martin Reservoir State Park, Aug 29. Park officials are in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Colorado Parks and Wildlife water resources staff as 4.2-million gallons of untreated sewage makes its way down the Arkansas River from Pueblo. The sewage is expected to reach the reservoir […]

  • Pamela E. Johnston - August 18, 1959 - August 19, 2026

    Pamela E. Johnston – August 18, 1959 – August 19, 2026

    Pamela E. Johnston was born on August 18, 1959 in Phoenix, AZ the daughter of Frank and Marcie Erramuzpe. Pam understood and appreciated the value of education and the importance and significance that it brought to one’s life. She devoted most of her life to learning and educating. Pam she was an Associate English Professor […]

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