Archive for May, 2020
CSP Investigates Kiowa County Fatality
On Saturday, May 30, 2020 at approximately 0535 hours, the Colorado State Patrol responded to a single rollover crash. The crash occurred on Kiowa County Road 78 north of Kiowa County Road K, which is approximately 5 miles south of Towner, Colorado. Upon arrival, Troopers determined a Chevrolet Tahoe had traveled off the right side […]
PMC Board Notes Virus Impact on Community, Hospital Operations
The Prowers Medical Center Board of Directors will remain almost the same as before the May, 2020 election. During the board’s monthly meeting, Wednesday, May 27, the motion was made and approved to have Julie Branes serve as chair, Ron Farmer as vice-chair, Connie Brase as secretary/treasurer and Amber Thompson will assume her […]
Judith Hayden…January 19, 1943 – May 25, 2020
A Memorial Service for Las Animas, Colorado resident, Judith Hayden will be held at a later date. Per Judith’s request cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. Judith Ann (Phillips) Hayden passed away on May 25, 2020 at her home in Las Animas, Colorado at the age of 77. She was […]
Prowers County Clerk’s Office Opening with Restrictions June 1st
Prowers County Clerk and Recorder’s Office will be opening to the public on Monday, June 1, 2020 with restrictions. Because of social distancing guidelines we will be limiting the number of people standing at our counter for in-person transactions regarding titles/license plates, marriage license issuance, and recording documents in the real estate recording records […]
David Upton…November 14, 1939 – May 26, 2020
Graveside Services for David Upton will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. at the Holly Cemetery in Holly, Colorado with Pastor Kathy Leathers officiating. David Lee Upton passed away on May 26, 2020 in Amarillo, Texas at the age of 80. He was born on November 14, 1939 in Indianapolis, […]
Letter to the Editor: Hey Neighbors and Friends:
I don’t live in fear of the COVID virus. I act with measures I know will lessen the impact on you. When I am frustrated with adapting to COVID, I think of the health care workers, public health and emergency mangers who are working very hard on my behalf and yours. Inspiration […]
Constance Louise Weber…May 5, 1959 – May 27, 2020
A Funeral Mass for longtime Trinidad, Colorado resident, Constance Louise Weber will be held at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Kit Carson, Colorado with Reverend Jason Keas as Celebrant. A Rosary service will be held prior to the mass at 10:00AM on Tuesday, June 2, 2020. The Rite […]
Prowers County Public Health COVID Weekly Update-Variance Request Approved
Statistics received from the Prowers County Public health and Environment office show that as of Wednesday, May 27, 2020, there have been a total of 13 cases of coronavirus in Prowers County, two requiring hospitalization. There have been no deaths from the virus in Prowers County. Additional information shows that of the 13 […]
City Council Reviews COVID Impact on Re-Opening Local Businesses, Allows Leeway on Waivers
The coronavirus pandemic continues to impact social and business developments in Lamar to include the closing of the Lamar Welcome Center, one of five in Colorado which will not receive funding to continue operations at this present time. This was one of several impacts the council explained to the public during the Tuesday, […]
LUB Holds In-Person Monthly Meeting, Will Work with Delinquent Accounts
The Lamar Utility Board held an in-person meeting on Tuesday, May 26th but restricted attendance to ten persons in order to maintain social distancing protocols. Light Plant employees have been adhering to the “Stay at Home” and “Safer at Home” orders from the state and as of March 26th, shifts were modified to […]
Governor Polis Issues Guidance for Restaurants, Summer Camps and Private Camping
DENVER – Gov, Jared Polis today announced updates to Safer at Home and changes to restaurants, summer camps and private camping. “We are still a long way from returning to normal, but these updates are a step in the right direction because Coloradans are doing a good job so far limiting our social interactions. If […]
Colorado Employment Situation April 2020
Nonfarm payroll jobs in Colorado declined by 323,500 from March to April to 2,473,400 jobs, according to the survey of business establishments. Government declined by 12,100 payroll jobs and the private sector lost 311,400. March estimates were revised down to 2,796,900, and the over the month change from February to March was a […]
LIVESTOCK SLAUGHTER – APRIL 2020 UNITED STATES HIGHLIGHTS
Commercial red meat production for the United States totaled 3.86 billion pounds in April, down 15 percent from the 4.55 billion pounds produced in April 2019. Beef production, at 1.82 billion pounds, was 20 percent below the previous year. Cattle slaughter totaled 2.24 million head, down 21 percent from April 2019. The average live […]
Colorado state park swim areas and beaches remain closed to protect public health
DENVER – With the warm weather and upcoming holiday weekend, Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds all state park visitors that designated swim and beach areas remain closed at Colorado’s state parks to protect public health due to COVID-19. It is important that everyone respect all posted seasonal, wildlife and COVID-19 related closures, and […]
Need Help Paying Your Natural Gas Bill?
Atmos Energy Has Solutions to Manage Past Due Balances LAMAR, CO – May 19, 2020 – Widespread recommendations to stay home amid the public health emergency have many Americans anxious about balancing unforeseen energy expenses with the desire for a comfortable home. As the country continues to navigate these uncertain times, Atmos Energy reminds customers […]
