Archive for April 29th, 2020
Southeast Health Group Prepares for Gradual Reopening
La Junta, April 27, 2020- In accordance with government regulations and guidance, as well as the local public health department, Southeast Health Group (SHG) has developed a plan to slowly reopen face-to-face services. Additional precautions will be put in place for the safety of all clients and staff members, as this gradual […]
BoCC Recognizes Prowers Aggregate for Donation
We would like to say Thank You to Prowers Aggregate Operators, LLC for continued support to our County through your efforts of commitment of $100,000 to the SE COVID-19 Business Support Fund. We appreciate your commitment to our communities and support of our economy. The Prowers County Commissioners have enjoyed working with your company […]
Lamar Community College Granted Over $500,000 in Relief From CARES Act
Half of the funds will go directly to students impacted by COVID-19 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Lamar, CO) – Through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act signed into law last month, Lamar Community College will be granted $588,420, half of which must go directly to students whose education has been impacted by […]
Lamar Utility Board Purchasing Replacement Equipment
The Lamar Utility Board met via teleconferencing this past Tuesday, April 28th and took action to replace various line materials, LED yard and street lights, and raptor protection devices. Light Plant Superintendent, Houssin Hourieh noted the LED lighting is for stock inventory used to maintain street and yard lighting. Four bids were received […]
Health Officials Caution Against Virus Complacency
The Prowers County Commissioners conducted their regular April 28th meeting via conference call to determine the safest course of action in light of Governor Polis’, Safer-at-Home regulations which went into effect on April 27th. The new regulations suggest an easing of some COVID-19 restrictions which will help open general, non-essential businesses to the […]
