Archive for May, 2021
LCC Commencement Ceremonies for Class of 2020-2021
(Lamar, COLO.) – Lamar Community College (LCC) graduates from the class of 2021 and the class of 2020, which was unable to have an in-person ceremony last year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, were recognized during the 82nd Annual Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 8. The ceremony was held outdoors to minimize risk and, with the […]
Paula L. McMains…August 25, 1949 – May 10, 2021
A private family memorial service for longtime Eads, Colorado resident, Paula L. McMains will be held at a later date. Per Paula’s request cremation will take place. Paula was born on August 25, 1949 at Kremmling, Colorado to Paul Arthur and Jean (Ross) McMains and passed away on May 10, 2021 at […]
Signed Law: Off Highway Vehicles Not Allowed on Streets, Highways in Colorado
COLORADO – On May 7, 2021 Governor Jared Polis signed into state law that off highway vehicles (OHV), regardless of the state or other jurisdiction in which the off-highway vehicle is registered or titled, will not be allowed on public streets, roads, or highways of the State. Off highway vehicles include ATVs, four wheelers, and side-by-sides, and […]
Brenda S. Barrow…December 17, 1960 – May 12, 2021
A graveside memorial service for longtime Granada/Carlton resident, Brenda S. Barrow will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, May 21, 2021 at the Sunnyslope Cemetery in Bristol, Colorado with Pastor Paul Floyd and Ian DeBono co-officiating. Visitation for Brenda will be held from 9:00AM until 12:00PM on Friday, May 21, 2021 at the […]
Changing City Silhouette
These pictures serve as an example of just how quickly the profile of the Lamar Repowering Project is being altered during the demolition project. The two smoke stacks to the west of the main scaffolding structure were still standing as of Tuesday afternoon. Now, they’ve been cut into approximately 25 foot sections, stretched out […]
Dear Editor: Regarding Agriculture Environmentalism
If the country is serious about tackling climate change, we ought to be sure to include the original environmentalists: our farmers and ranchers. Senator Michael Bennet understands as much with the Growing Climate Solutions Act, of which he is a co-sponsor. The act enables the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to provide technical […]
Crop Production Report – May 2021
COLORADO HIGHLIGHTS: Winter wheat production in Colorado, based on conditions as of May 1, 2021, is forecast at 57.80 million bushels, according to the May 1 Agricultural Yield Survey conducted by the Mountain Regional Field Office of the National Agricultural Statistics Service, USDA. This forecast is 41 percent above last year’s production of 41.04 million […]
Lenore Mulbery…November 6, 1923 – January 30, 2021 UPDATE FOR SCHEDULE
A memorial service for longtime Lamar resident, Lenore Mulbery will be rescheduled for a future date at the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church with The Reverend Jennifer Shadle officiating. Inurnment for Lenore has taken place at the Fort Lyon National Cemetery. Lenore was born November 6, 1923 in Denver, Colorado to Annie Laurie (Sanders) and […]
Prowers County Public Health Department COVID-19 Update for May 11, 2021
The number of Covid cases in Prowers County shot up in the last reporting period. The seven day Test Positivity Rate climbed to 10.04%, up from 2.75% from the week before. The overall goal is <5%. There have been 18 cases in the past seven days and three in the past 14 days. […]
Letter to the Editor: Thank you for Community Assistance
On behalf of the Tri-State 9.11 Tribute Foundation, I wish to express our gratitude to the many volunteers that helped on our workday held Saturday morning May 8th, 2021, at our site next to the Big Timbers Museum. Chad Sailors and Anthony La Tour brought over 20 young athletes from Lamar Middle and High […]
Gov. Polis Announces Boards and Commissions Appointments
Great Outdoors Colorado Trust Fund Board The Board manages the Great Outdoors Colorado Trust Fund, which receives a portion of Colorado Lottery proceeds. These proceeds are used to make investments through the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission and award grants to local governments and land trusts. Funds are used for open space and […]
Light Plant Coal Conveyer Down, Smoke Stack is Next
Lamar Light Plant Superintendent, Houssin Hourieh, told the utility board members that now that the coal conveyer that spanned East Maple Street has been removed, the stacks associated with the Lamar Repowering Project will be the next pieces of equipment that are removed from the area off North Second and Maple Streets. “You […]
Nursing Graduates Honored at During May 7 Pinning at LCC
(Lamar, COLO.) – Lamar Community College (LCC) Nursing graduates were honored on May 7 during a Nurse Pinning Ceremony, the culminating event that celebrates the students’ completion of their studies and ability to begin working professionally. Twenty-three students from the class of 2021 were pinned during the ceremony, held at the LCC Wellness Center, including eight […]
Council Reviews Ordinances for Public Safety Committee/Building Vacancy Registration
The Lamar City Council held in-depth discussions regarding two ordinances during its May 10th meeting. One proposes the creation of a five-member Public Safety Advisory Board for the community and the other outlines guidelines for owners of vacant buildings to identify their future plans for the property. The safety committee Ordinance #1245 will receive […]
Bennet Announces Over $5.7 Billion in Funding to Help State, Local Economic Recovery Efforts in Colorado
Funding Passed in the American Rescue Plan Act Will Help State and Local Governments Rebuild and Recover from Economic Fallout of COVID-19 Washington, D.C. – Today, Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet announced over $5.7 billion in funding for state and local governments in Colorado as they continue to rebuild and recover from the economic fallout of […]
