Archive for 2023
CDOT exploring mountain rail line, expanded transit statewide
Oct. 23, 2023 Tim Hoover, Deputy Director of Communications 303-619-2674 | timothy.hoover@state.co.us Planning will potentially re-establish passenger rail service through northwest Colorado and expand Bustang and other services Passenger rail service from Denver through Steamboat Springs and on to Craig could be re-established thanks to a $5 million investment that will study the rail line as […]
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 […]
Alan Ray Chamberlain February 20, 1962 – October 23, 2023
Alan Ray Chamberlain passed away on October 23, 2023 at Bent County Healthcare Center in Las Animas, Colorado at the age of 61. He was born on February 20, 1962 in Syracuse, Kansas to Ronald W. and Bonnie (Adams) Chamberlain. Per Alan’s request, cremation has taken place and no services are currently scheduled. Alan is […]
Final Football Game To Be Played At Thunder/Savage Stadium on Oct. 27
Friday, October 27 will be the final game at Savage/Thunder stadium. For the past 83 years, the stadium, located at 600 S 7th Street, has served Lamar well as the venue for over 400 varsity games, numerous junior varsity and middle school contests and countless memories, including Colorado state championship teams in football in […]
County Seeking Applicants for Lodging Tax Panel
The Prowers County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications from persons who are residents of Prowers County to fill the remaining term of one (1) position on the nine-member Prowers County Lodging Tax Tourism Panel. The term will expire in December 2024. The Colorado Statutes stipulate that directors must be from the tourism industry. […]
Annual “Shoes for Kids” Event
On Friday, October 20th, Share the Spirit Foundation hosted its annual “Shoes for Kids” event at J&N shoes. Approximately 350 local children, ages 2-18 were able to select a new pair of shoes as part of the event. Schools participating in this year’s event include all Lamar preschools and grade schools, as well as the middle and […]
4-H Members Develop Positive Coping Skills
You may have heard the statistics that 4-H members are four times more likely to give back to their community than their peers; two times more likely to make healthier choices; and two times more likely to participate in STEM activities. These statistics are exciting, but they only touch the surface. The impact of […]
Griswold Reminds Voters of Using Trusted Sources; Raises Awareness of Election Disinformation
Denver, Colo – Ballots for the 2023 Coordinated Election will be sent to all eligible voters between Monday, October 16 and Friday, October 20. Ballots were sent to all eligible UOCAVA voters by September 23, 2023. Secretary of State Jena Griswold is reminding voters to always use trusted sources when looking for election information […]
Colorado Department of Transportation begins replacement of bridge structure southwest of La Junta
Requires 21-day full closure on US 350 Otero County — The Colorado Department of Transportation and CapitalTezak JV will implement a 21-day closure with an approved detour beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 23 for replacement of a bridge structure located on United States Highway 350 southwest of La Junta. The structure, originally built […]
