Archive for August, 2019
Dale Rogers…June 10, 1955 – August 8, 2019
A Memorial Visitation for Las Animas, CO resident, Dale Alan Rogers will be held at Horber Funeral Chapel in Las Animas, CO on Saturday, August 24, 2019 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Friends and family are invited to express condolences to the family and share stories of Dale. Inurnment will be held at Spring […]
James L. “Jim” Poe…April 5, 1943 – August 13, 2019
A celebration of life for longtime Lamar resident, James L. Poe, affectionately known to his family and friends as Jim, will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday August 19, 2019 at the Peacock Family Chapel. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery. Visitation for Jim will be held from 9:00 AM until service […]
CDOT and Governor’s Office Proclaim – Colorado Motorcyclist Memorial Day
DENVER – Each year after Colorado’s snowy winters, the warm summer days entice motorcycle riders to the roadways. However, taking to the roads has become more dangerous for motorcyclists in recent years. In 2018, 103 motorcycle riders lost their lives in Colorado. So far this year, 65 motorcyclists have been killed, compared […]
Reorganization Vote Held for the Lamar Utility Board
The Lamar Utility Board conducted a reorganization of the board, voting for and appointing members to specific posts during their regular August 13th meeting. The action was called for due to a continued vacant seat for one board member and the re-appointment of Doug Thrall to the board after his regular term expired. […]
Pix from 2019 Sand and Sage Fair
Not a lot of dialogue in this article, because sometimes a picture says it all!! Royalty in the Rain! We’ll see more of these people October 5th It Takes A Shriner to Make a Parade Perfect way to Beat the Heat! Congratulations on a Special Anniversary Fun at the Fairgrounds Livestock Competition Always Draws […]
City Addresses Infrastructure Upgrades
A phone poll ratification by the Lamar City Council on Monday, August 12th, approved the submission of a Department of Local Affairs (DOLA), Renewable Energy Grant for the city’s Washington/Sherman Street Drainage Improvements. Councilwoman, Anne-Marie Crampton, took the opportunity to comment on facebook posts from some Lamar citizens, critical of the continued water build […]
Troy Manor Motel Donated to the City of Lamar
The Lamar City Council did not hold a meeting for the Urban Development Authority this past Monday, August 12th, but the council ratified an earlier phone poll approving a letter of intent regarding the Troy Manor Motel property acceptance of donation. The property, at 1101 South Main Street, had been owned by Cruikshank […]
Lamar June Sales Tax Revenue Report
City of Lamar Sales Tax revenue collected for June, 2019 showed less than a full percentage point loss while Total Sales and Use Tax collections were just up by a negligible amount. City Sales Tax revenue was down 0.15% for a drop of $459.63 with collections for this June at $315,892 compared to […]
USDA Forecasts U.S. Corn and Soybean Production Down from 2018
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12, 2019 – The Crop Production report issued today by USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) forecasted soybean and corn production down from 2018. Soybean production is down 19 percent from 2018, forecast at 3.68 billion bushels; corn growers are expected to decrease their production 4 percent from last year, […]
Brad Young Honored for Service
Brad Young, Lamar native, recently received a Lifetime Achievement Award, from Independent Pharmaceuticals, in Denver, CO on Saturday, August 10th. Young recently retired as Legislative Director of Governmental Affairs for Independent Pharmacists in Colorado. Seated with Young, (center photo) are Joe Valdez, LaJara Pharma, LaJara, CO, and Ky Davis, Harris Health Mart, Rocky Ford, […]
Lance J. Vanderpoel…January 10, 1943 – December 16, 2018
A memorial service for longtime Lamar resident, Lance J. Vanderpoel, will be held at 11:00 AM Friday August 30, 2019 at the Ft. Lyon National Cemetery in Ft. Lyon, CO with military honors by the local VFW. Per Lance’s request cremation has taken place. Lance J. Vanderpoel was born on January 10, 1943 in […]
LoRee A. Hope…April 18, 1926 – August 8, 2019
A celebration of life memorial service for longtime Lamar resident, LoRee A. Hope, will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2020 in Lamar. Burial will follow in the Eads Cemetery in Eads, CO. Per LoRee’s request cremation will take place and there will be no public visitation. LoRee A. Hope was born on […]
Pedal the Plains Needs Volunteers
Pedal the Plains is right around the corner and we need volunteers! The event is September 12-15 and we need volunteers on the afternoon of Thursday September 12, all day on Friday September 13 and on Sunday September 15. Lamar is the start & finish line so we will get to launch the riders […]
Vice Sisters Take Top Honors at Lincoln County Fair
Aubrie Vice (13) and Skyler Vice (16), received top honors at this year’s Lincoln County Fair held August 5-10th in Hugo, Colorado. They are the daughters of Amy and Jason Vice of Genoa, Colorado. Aubrie won Grand Champion Swine Showmanship and third place with her Market Steer, weighing 1,500 lbs. Skyler won Reserve […]
Holly Commercial Club Seeking Pedal the Plains Volunteers
The Holly Commercial Club met August 7 at noon with eight members present. Minutes from the July meeting were read and approved as written by Calvin and second by Pearl. Motion carried. John gave the treasurer’s report and the Shopper’s report. Both were approved as given by Viola and second by Jackie. Motion carried. […]
