Archive for April, 2024
Judy Kay Crum – March 17, 1942 – April 26, 2024
Judy Crum, 82, of Federal Heights, Colorado, went home to be with the Lord on April 26, 2024 at St. Anthony North Hospital in Westminster, Colorado. She passed in peace, surrounded by her loved ones. Judy Kay (Matkin) Crum was born on March 17, 1942 in Flora, Illinois to William D. “Charley” and Camilla (Jacobson) […]
CDOT Pushes Motorcycle Safety – May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Statewide — May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and the Colorado Department of Transportation is revving up its efforts to protect riders as they hit the road in greater numbers. Although motorcycle deaths decreased slightly in 2023, the safety of these vulnerable road users remains a top concern, especially as motorcycle crashes tend to peak […]
Karson Roesch Awarded the 7th Annual Larry D. Eberhardt Memorial Scholarship
Karson Roesch, son of Kerry and Becky Roesch, is a graduate of McClave High School, and the recipient of the 7th Annual Larry D Eberhardt Memorial Scholarship. Congratulations Karson! About Larry D. Eberhardt: Being raised on a farm, Larry paved his way in an agricultural lifestyle. He was a member of the Future Farmers […]
USDA National Agricultural Statistics Services releases 2022 Census of Agriculture
On March 27, the NASS released state and county profiles from the 2022 census Some of the key conclusions are below. Farm and ranch numbers shrunk while their sizes grew. Overall, the number of farms and ranches in Colorado decreased to 36,056 in 2022, down from 38,893 in 2017 (7.3%), while the average size […]
Despite CPW claims that “depredation has ceased”, two more cattle killed by wolves
A yearling and a heifer were killed in Grand County over the weekend, with evidence both died from wolf attacks, despite claims by a Colorado Parks and Wildlife official that the agency’s non-lethal efforts to stop the killing have “ceased depredation.” The heifer, a young female that has not yet calved, was on the same ranch […]
Lamar Community College Foundation’s recent Boots, Bling, and Blessings a big success
The Lamar Community College Foundation recently celebrated a milestone with its Sixth BBB – Boots, Bling, and Blessings fundraising event, presented by SECOM and the Southeast Colorado Power Association. Anna Carere of Anna Carere State Farm served as Master of Ceremonies. The event was not just a success but a resounding triumph, marking 50 years […]
Southeast Area Extension announces gardening workshop
The Southeast Area Extension is happy to announce a Gardening Workshop. This workshop will be held in English and Spanish. We will meet at 5:30pm at 302 S Hoisington Street in Granada, CO, at the following dates and will discuss the following topics: May 6: Planting seeds and starter plants June 3: Fertilizing and […]
April Cheyenne County 4-H Council News
April Cheyenne County 4-H Council News (Cheyenne Wells, Colo.) On April 8, 2024, the Cheyenne County 4-H council held a meeting in the Kit Carson School’s flex area. There were 12 youth present: five members from Happy Go Lucky, five from Sand Creek, and two from Old Wells. The meeting was called to order at […]
Southeast Colorado Cancer Initiative (SECCI) asks community for financial support
Southeast Colorado Cancer Initiative, or SECCI, is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that was founded in August of 2001 by survivors and passionate residents of Southeast Colorado, and currently serves the counties of Prowers, Baca, Bent, and Kiowa. Our mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals affected by a cancer diagnosis […]
USDA Confirms Detection of Avian Influenza in Dairy Cattle in Colorado
State Veterinarian’s Office Monitoring Situation Broomfield, Colo. — Yesterday, the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) confirmed a detection of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 in dairy cows in Northeast Colorado. This is the first detection of avian influenza diagnosed in cattle in Colorado. Detections of HPAI in dairy cattle have occurred in eight […]
Harlem Wizards charm huge crowd at local fundraiser basketball game
The Harlem Wizards came to town and cast a spell on the large crowd in attendance at the Lamar Community Building on April 25, 2024. Most of the reserved and general admission seats were filled as well as a good portion of the bleachers on the opposite side. The Wizards worked their magic for well […]
CPW releases updated collared gray wolf activity map; launches depredation report webpage
DENVER—An updated map was published today on Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s (CPW) website to continue informing the public, recreationists, and livestock producers on where collared wolves have been in the past month. CPW will update this map with new information monthly to reflect data for the past 30 days or so, produced on the fourth […]
John Summers – November 16, 1940 – January 10, 2024
A graveside memorial service for longtime Lamar resident John Summers will be held at 10:00AM on Tuesday, May 07, 2024 at the Fairmount Cemetery in Lamar with Reverend Roy Gueswel officiating. John was born on November 16, 1940 at Dalhart, Texas to Roy and Gladys (Cook) Summers and passed away on January 10, 2024 […]
CPW’s Take A Friend Fishing Contest rewards anglers for sharing their expertise and love of fishing
DENVER – For the sixth consecutive year, Colorado Parks and Wildlife and our partner Colorado fishing companies are encouraging anglers to take part in our Take a Friend Fishing Contest. Experienced anglers that introduce a novice to the sport can be eligible for some high value prizes. Both mentors and mentees are eligible to win. […]
