Archive for October 24th, 2023
Letter To The Editor
Heritage Defenders is a grassroots organization inspired by the ideologies of the National Organization, The Heritage Foundation and specifically-The Heritage Action Group for America. The group was formed 10 years ago by three local sentinels. Our goal was to educate and motivate citizens to “get involved” in educational, social and religious issues of today. […]
Kenneth Dale Richardson July 28, 1958 – October 21, 2023
A mass of Christian burial for former Bristol, Colorado resident currently of Pueblo, Colorado, Kenneth D. Richardson will be held at 10:00AM on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at the St. Francis de Sales/Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Reverend Leonardo Ayuyao’s.s.s. as celebrant. A rosary service will be held prior to the mass at […]
Karen Ann (Gray) Robertson April 11, 1944 – October 2023
Karen Ann (Gray) Roberson was born on April 11, 1944 in Las Animas, Colorado to Audrey Jean (Cass) and Thomas Michael Grey of Hasty, Colorado. Karen grew up in Hasty as an only child, but with lots of friends (many are lifelong) and surrounded by multiple family members. Schooling consisted of elementary at Lakeview and […]
Lamar Utility Board Recognizes Service of Clifford R. Boxley, Discusses Funds Investments
At the meeting of October 24, the Lamar Utility Board began its meeting by approving Resolution 23-10-03 – Recognition of Clifford R. Boxley and his service to the Lamar Utilities Board from October 2016 to June 2023. He was presented with a ceremonial lamp by Light Plant Superintendent Houssin Hourieh. Minutes from the October 10, […]
Kenneth Dale Richardson July 28, 1958 – October 21, 2023
Kenneth Dale Richardson A mass of Christian burial for former Bristol, Colorado resident currently of Pueblo, Colorado, Kenneth D. Richardson will be held at 10:00AM on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at the St. Francis de Sales/Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Reverend Leonardo Ayuyao’s.s.s. as celebrant. A rosary service will be held prior to […]
City Council approves proposed 2024 budget, votes to approve resolution opposing Proposition HH
During the Oct 23 City Council meeting, several items were approved, including the 2024 City of Lamar Budget at its second reading. Also approved unanimously on second reading by Council were Ordinances 1264, 1265, 1266 and 1267. Kristin Schwartz presented the Treasurer’s Report which included the write-off of 2022 unpaid debts for utility accounts […]
Motorists and Pedestrians Share Responsibility When Sharing the Road
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, and the Colorado State Patrol wants motorists and pedestrians to do their part as they share the road. According to statewide statistics, 2022 was a record-setting year for pedestrian fatalities with 111 people killed on Colorado roadways, representing 15% of the state’s total traffic fatalities. When looking at […]
