Archive for December 4th, 2018
Lamar Elks Honor the November Students of the Month
The Lamar Elks are dedicated to bettering our community. Part of the way we do this, is to recognize those individuals who share the ideals we represent (i.e. charity, brotherly love, fidelity and justice). The students of the month are one avenue for achieving these objectives. The November Students of the Month are: Jayme […]
Bent’s Fort Hosts Annual 1846 Holiday Celebration
Bent’s Old Fort National Historic Site will celebrate the holidays in 1840’s fashion beginning on Friday evening, December 7, and activities are planned throughout the day on Saturday, December 8. *PLEASE NOTE: In the event of a federal government shutdown, Saturday’s activities would be cancelled.* The event begins with candlelight tours starting at 6:30 […]
Rain Didn’t Spoil the Holiday Spirit for Parade of Lights
The drizzle that began this past Friday afternoon, November 30th, became a sporadic downpour just in time for the annual Lamar Chamber of Commerce Parade of Lights at 6pm. It sure didn’t diminish the audience. The parade route, South 4th Street starting from the municipal pool parking lot and ending at the Enchanted […]
Results from Two Shot Goose Hunt
The annual Two Shot Goose Hunt was held in Lamar this past weekend, November 28—30 which regional teams in competition for both geese and sporting clays. The 1st place team was comprised of NFL notables and had a total combined score of 1,861. Goose Guide was Ronnie Comer and Amy Johnson was he […]
Birth Announcement: Scherer
Justin and Shelby Scherer of Lamar, announce the birth of their son, Jordan Michael Scherer at 11:30pm at Prowers Medical Center on Saturday, December 1 with Dr. Foley attending. Jordan weighed 6 pounds 5 ounces and was 18 inches long. Brothers/Sisters: Justus & Journey Scherer and Margaux Rodriquez.
Former Park Service Superintendent Receives Major Award
Former National Park Service High Plains Group Superintendent Alexa Roberts has received the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Meritorious Service Award. The Meritorious Service Award is the second highest honorary recognition granted to employees of the Department of the Interior. It is presented for an important contribution to science or management, a notable […]
