Archive for August 11th, 2017
The Test is the Taste
There was a mix of aromas coming from Elmer’s Garden at the Prowers County Fairgrounds this past Thursday afternoon, August 10th. Passers-by noted the distinct bouquet of onions and garlic, sizzling in a pan heated over open charcoals; and that was just the beginning. The Santa Fe Dutch Oven Cooking Exhibition got underway at […]
Granada Trustees Had Light Agenda for August Meeting
Two items were tabled by the Granada Trustees during their monthly meeting, Wednesday, August 9th. Mayor Glenn Otto said he would contact TBK Bank officials for additional information on future banking fees for the town and bring the information back to the Trustees. Approval for a building permit for a proposed 30’ by 45’ foot […]
Birth Announcements: Baker
John Baker and Alejandra Mendoza of Holly, Colorado announce the birth of their son, Alexander Santiago Baker at 9:57am at Prowers Medical Center on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 with Dr. Foley attending. Alexander weighed seven pounds and nine ounces and was 19.5 inches in length at birth. Brother/Sister: John Sebastian Baker. Grandparents: Shawn and […]
Hail Damage and Street Flooding from Prowers County Storm
The Lamar Public Works Department, along with local police and fire department personnel, were at work Thursday evening, dealing with the aftermath of a severe weather system that hit the county shortly before 7pm last night. Police officers were posted in high-water intersections, helping traffic safely navigate a course to a higher, dryer […]
OneMain Financial Hosting Merchants Meeting August 15th at Chamber
OneMain Financial has been in business dating back to 1912 under a variety of names you may recognize such as Commercial Credit, Avco, Associates, CitiFinancial, American General and Springleaf. We’ve been right here in Lamar for over 50 years. OneMain is managed by Jake Chamberlain who has been with the company for over 17 years. […]