Archive for April, 2021
Colorado Gains Eighth Congressional Seat with Final Census Population Count of 5.77M
Denver, CO – April 27, 2021 – The U.S. Census Bureau has announced its final population count of the 2020 Census and Colorado comes in at 5,773,714, getting one additional seat in the United States House of Representatives. “Gaining this eighth seat in the U.S. Congress will provide more representation for Colorado in Washington D.C.,” […]
City Assumes Airport Operations with Contract Approvals
Lamar Mayor, Kirk Crespin, urged citizens to continue to maintain pandemic safeguards, even in light of the improving scenario in Prowers County. At the outset of the council meeting this past Monday, Crespin noted that the historic Santa Fe Trails celebration held each year in Bent County and Las Animas had been cancelled due […]
Colorado Crop Progress and Condition Report, Week Ending April 25, 2021
AGRICULTURAL SUMMARY: Producers experienced mixed conditions across the state last week, according to the Mountain Region Field Office of the National Agricultural Statistics Service, USDA. In northwestern counties, drought conditions persisted and effects were noticeable even this early in the year. A county report noted more snowmelt than normal was being taken up by the soil […]
Lamar Days Rod Run Celebrates its 25th Anniversary
Founder Ron Cook reflects on how one small event evolved into a community-wide celebration LAMAR, Colorado — In 1995, three Rons—Austin, Mulberry, and Cook—united by their love of the community and older cars and motorcycles, started a car show in their hometown of Lamar, Colorado. They named the event The Lamar Days Rod Run […]
Patricia Gonzales…August 26, 1946 – April 23, 2021
A Memorial Mass for Patricia Bibianita Gonzales will be held at 10:00 a.m. and Rosary at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Las Animas, Colorado. Inurnment will take place at a later date. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. until […]
Letter to the Editor: Regarding Herd Immunity
As the wind howls, I am discussing herd immunity on the phone with someone who has formally studied it for many years and looking out my window to see a prized rosebush is still alive after our hard freeze in February. Data from various pandemics over time and the outcomes on the people who […]
Bill to Ban the Use of Discriminatory Mascots Passes Senate
Senate approves Senator Danielson’s bill to end the use of American Indians as mascots in Colorado public schools. DENVER, CO – Today, the Senate passed SB21-116, a bill sponsored by Senator Jessie Danielson that will prohibit the use of American Indians as mascots in Colorado public schools. “Not only have Indigenous Peoples had their […]
February Red Meat Exports Below Last Year, but 2021 Outlook Remains Strong
February exports of U.S. beef and pork remained below the rapid pace established in early 2020, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). However, exports were consistent with USMEF’s February projections and the federation still expects 2021 beef exports to increase substantially year-over-year, while pork exports […]
Dosie Jerry Gonzales Jr…July 24, 1975 – April 17, 2021
Celebration of Life for Jerry Gonzales Jr. will be held from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at the North La Junta Community Building in La Junta, Colorado. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at Horber Funeral Chapel in Las […]
Colorado Workforce Centers to Host 2021 Youth Virtual Job Fair April 28-30
Virtual Youth Job Fair provides employment opportunities for young adults ages 16-24 As the state continues its economic recovery due to the pandemic, the Colorado Workforce Centers will host a three-day virtual job fair geared toward Coloradans aged 16-24 on April 28-30. Attendees will connect with local employers and explore rewarding job opportunities. […]
LIVESTOCK SLAUGHTER – MARCH 2021
UNITED STATES HIGHLIGHTS Commercial red meat production for the United States totaled 5.05 billion pounds in March, up 1 percent from the 5.00 billion pounds produced in March 2020. Beef production, at 2.48 billion pounds, was 3 percent above the previous year. Cattle slaughter totaled 3.01 million head, up 3 percent from March 2020. The […]
Patricia Laurae Swisher…September 23, 1976 – April 20, 2021
A Memorial Mass for Patricia Swisher will be held at 10:00 a.m. and Rosary/Scripture service at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Las Animas, Colorado. Inurnment will follow in the Bent/Las Animas Cemetery. Visitation for Patricia will be held on Monday, April 26, 2021 from 1:00 […]
City Administrator Leaving To Pursue New Career Path
Stephen Kil has announced his resignation from his position as Lamar’s City Administrator, effective as of the close of business on May 19, 2021. The Mayor, City Council and staff members have expressed their appreciation to Steve for his immediate impact on city operations for the 14 months that he served as Administrator. Steve […]
May Ranch in Lamar Selected for 2021 Colorado Leopold Conservation Award®.
The May Ranch is owned and operated by the Dallas and Brenda May family of Prowers County. The conservation practices that the Mays have implemented on their cattle ranch have improved the wildlife habitat, water quality and grass and soil health. The award, given in honor of renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold, recognizes ranchers, farmers, […]
Flora Montoya…February 17, 1945 – April 21, 2021
A mass of Christian burial for longtime Lamar resident, Flora Montoya will be held at 10:00AM on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at the St. Frances de Sales/Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Reverend Joseph Lawrence as celebrant. A rosary service will be held prior to the mass at 9:30AM with Deacon Allan […]
