Archive for December, 2018
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 […]
Colorado State Patrol Helps with the Tradition of Donations
Members of the Colorado State Patrol spent their time this past Friday, November 30th, parked at the Lamar and La Junta Walmarts, collecting toys and cash donations for their respective communities. The Toys for Tots campaign, under the direction of Darlene Lopez and her volunteers will make their rounds for distribution on Saturday, […]
Birth Announcements: Vigil
Jeremy Vigil and Kynlee Emick of Lamar, Colorado announce the birth of their daughter, Sloan Ezrah Vigil at 7:48am at Prowers Medical Center on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 with Dr. Foley attending. Sloan weighed five pounds and 14 ounces and was 19 inches in length at birth. Brothers/Sisters: Dravin, Jaeda and Reagan. Grandparents: […]
