Archive for April, 2024
Prowers County Commissioners accepting applications for Deadman Drainage District Board member
The Prowers County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications from persons who are residents of Prowers County to fill one (1) position on the Deadman Drainage District Board for a term which will expire January 2030. Board members are required to meet at least once each month. Additional meetings may be required as needed. Appointed […]
Holly Historical Society to open museum Saturday, May 4th for alumni reunion
The Holly Historical Society will have the museum open on Saturday, May 4th, for the alumni reunion honoring the classes ending in four. Books featuring the history of the Holly schools are available, along with other books published by the society preserving history in holly and surrounding area. The Karymore merry- go- round will be […]
Lamar Utility Board meeting of 4/23/24
At the April 23 meeting, the Board approved minutes of the last meeting as well as approving six purchase orders totaling $54,900.68. Bills totaling $786,082.31 were also approved. Absent from the meeting were Roger Stagner and Mayor Kirk Crespin. An agreement to bind ARPA and LUB to the COMPOS EPC contract for the purpose of […]
Prowers County Board of Commissioners Work Session of April 23, 2024
Meagan Hillman, Director of Prowers County Public Health and Environment department, shared with the Board a recent press release from the Colorado Office of Communications regarding a recent sharp increase in congenital syphilis cases. The State of Colorado is organizing an all-government, comprehensive response to save the lives of babies. From 2018 to 2023, […]
Lamar City Council meeting of April 22, 2024
The April 22, 2024 City Council meeting had several New Business items to discuss and vote on. The only council member not in attendance was Joe Gonzales. Council approved meeting minutes from the 4/8/24 meeting, as well as minutes from the Lamar Utilities Board meeting of 3/25/24 and the Variance Board from 9/7/23. No audience […]
Evelyn Lucille Smith – April 30, 1933 – April 19, 2024
A Graveside Service for Evelyn Smith will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at Fairmount Cemetery in Lamar, Colorado with Pastor Paul Floyd officiating. Per Evelyn’s request there will be no visitation. Evelyn Lucille Smith was born April 30, 1933, and departed this life on April 19, 2024, at the age of 90, […]
ARPA’s Monthly Summary for March
BUSINESS OPERATIONS – March 2024 At its February meeting, the ARPA board took a look back into 2023, which was a very successful year for the Authority. Financially, its cash position increased significantly with net revenues slightly over $4 million. In addition, ARPA welcomed 2 new board members from Trinidad, Frank Shew, a member of […]
Colorado Corn Promotion Council Unveils New Website to Enhance Producer and Consumer Engagement
[Centennial, CO — April 19, 2024] The Colorado Corn Promotion Council (CCPC) is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, aimed at providing a modern and user-friendly platform for corn producers and consumers alike. The year-long project, culminating in the new website, reflects CCPC’s commitment to advancing market outreach and promoting the importance of grain […]
Alex Dieterle, Jr. – September 28, 1939 – February 22, 2024
A celebration of life memorial service for former Lamar, Colorado resident, currently of Fairview Heights, Illinois, Alex Dieterle, Jr. will be held at 1:00PM on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at the Lamar Christian Church with Ray Matteson officiating. Inurnment will follow at the Fairmount Cemetery in Lamar. Alex Dieterle, Jr. was born on August 28, […]
Shoelaces and Support: A principal’s journey of healing and leadership after Columbine
Frank DeAngelis, a rehabilitation advocate and past principal of Columbine High School stands at the Columbine Memorial near Littleton, Colo. on April 8, 2024. / Photo by Bear Gutierrez. Credit: Bear Gutierrez In the days following the shooting at Columbine High School, its principal, Frank DeAngelis, started leaving his shoes untied. The loss of his students and […]
US 50 Bridge west of Gunnison closed indefinitely due to safety concerns
DENVER (KDVR) — A bridge along U.S. 50 that crosses the Blue Mesa Reservoir in southwest Colorado closed on Thursday because of cracking in a particular type of steel. Drivers will be subject to a lengthy detour to get around it. The recommended detour is on Interstate 70 to the north or U.S. 160 […]
