Archive for February, 2024
Colorado Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association 2024 Conference
The 10th Annual Colorado Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association is Feb. 27-28 at the Westin Hotel in Westminster. We would love to have you join us! Registration rates go up Feb. 15. Please check out the CFVGA 10th Annual Conference website for schedule, speakers, pricing, and other details. Use the tab on this website to register. 2024 […]
Colorado State Patrol Conducting Statewide Operation on Super Bowl Sunday
PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Drive Safe Colorado State Patrol Conducting Statewide Operation -Make a game plan for a sober ride this Sunday (COLORADO) – On February 11, 2024, troopers across Colorado, in partnership with local jurisdictions, will be conducting strict enforcement operations to help motorists make safe and responsible driving choices. Some […]
Clarabelle Warren – September 25, 1949 – February 6, 2024
Clarabelle was born on September 25, 1949 in California to Harold and Lillian (Bagshaw) Baumgardner and passed away on February 06, 2024 at her home with her family by her side at the age of 74. Per Clarabelle’s request cremation will take place and there will be no services. She is preceded in death by […]
Coloradans Can Now Chat with Experts on DMV website
LAKEWOOD, Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024 — The Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles knows it can be tough to find the right information online, even with an award-winning website. Sometimes customers want to connect with the DMV but not in an office or by phone. Enter the DMV’s latest service innovation, “Chat with Live Agent” […]
Gregory (Greg) Kent VanBuskirk – September 14, 1955 – January 26, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gregory (Greg) Kent VanBuskirk. Greg was born to Fred and Maxine VanBuskirk in Pratt, KS on September 14th, 1955. He passed on January 26th, 2024, in Blanchard, OK. He was predeceased by his sons, Sheldon and Chance and his brothers, Alan and Tracy. He […]
Arkansas River Basin Water Forum to be held March 6-7, 2024
For immediate release: March 6-7, 2024 Arkansas River Basin Water Forum The 29th Arkansas River Basin Water Forum, the basin’s premiere water event, will be held March 6 – 7, 2024 at Otero College in La Junta. This year’s Forum will feature the state’s top water experts discussing critical issues facing all segments of water […]
Prowers County Accepting Proposals/Bids for Website Upgrade
Request for Proposals/Bids Prowers County is seeking to enter into a professional services agreement with a vendor to update and redesign the Prowers County website. The detailed Request for Proposals, which includes terms, conditions, and specifications, can be obtained from the Prowers County Administration Office at 301 S Main St, #215, Lamar, CO 81052, on […]
2024 Super Bowl LVIII by the Numbers
2024 Super Bowl LVIII by the Numbers Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium will be the setting on Sunday, February 11, 2024 for the 58th Super Bowl. The San Francisco 49ers will battle the Kansas City Chiefs for the NFL’s ultimate prize and bragging rights. Breaking the game down by the numbers starts with these team’s prior […]
Benjamin Ray Cook – January 25, 1983 – January 12, 2024
Benjamin Ray Cook was born on January 25, 1983 and passed away on January 12, 2024. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ben Cook Memorial Fund in care of Fellers Funeral Home, 401 N. Sumner, Syracuse, KS 67878.
John “Butch” Charles McCracken June 28, 1939 – February 2, 2024
Funeral Services for Holly, Colorado resident, Butch McCracken will be held at Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel in Holly, CO on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 10am with Pastor Kathy Leathers officiating. Interment with Masonic Rites will follow at the Holly Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 9, 2024 from 4pm until 7pm at […]
Linda Patterson – May 16, 1943 – February 1, 2024
A Memorial Service for Linda Patterson will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 17, 2024 at the Friends Church in Las Animas, Colorado with Pastor Diane Hutson officiating. Per Linda’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. Linda Carol (Kerr) Patterson was born on May 16, 1943 in Lamar, Colorado […]
DEA Confiscated Record Amount of Fentanyl in 2023
DEA confiscated record amount of fentanyl in 2023, more than 2.6 million pills in Colorado – published by The Colorado Sun Fentanyl is now the leading cause of death for Americans between the ages of 18 and 45, the Drug Enforcement Administration saidAs many as 7 in 10 counterfeit pills tested in 2023 contained a […]
Colorado State Patrol: “It’s Just 10 mph Over the Speed Limit, Trooper”
February 2, 2024 PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT Colorado State Patrol Public Affairs CSP_PublicAffairs@state.co.us 303-239-4583 But it’s just 10mph over the speed limit, Trooper Speeding: The most commonly violated traffic law (COLORADO) – A common question troopers get asked at social gatherings or in brief conversation is, “How fast can I go over the […]
Betty Lou Musick-Choat June 1, 1930 – February 1, 2024
A celebration of life for longtime Lamar resident, Betty Lou Musick-Choat will be held at 10:00AM on Friday, February 9, 2024 at the Peacock Family Chapel with Ian Blacker of the Lamar Christian Church officiating. Interment will follow at the Sunnyslope Cemetery in Bristol, Colorado. Visitation for Betty will be held from 2:00 PM until […]
Arrest Made in Darrian Adame Murder of 2023
CSPD: Suspect arrested in January 2023 homicide By Tyler Dumas Article courtesy of KRDO Colorado Springs Published February 2, 2024 10:30 AM Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linkedin COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) announced Friday that they have made an arrest in the city’s first homicide of 2023. On […]








