Archive for June 11th, 2024
Albert Galen Phillips – February 6, 1967 – June 3, 2024
Albert Galen Phillips was born on February 6, 1967 in Las Animas, Colorado to Galen C. Phillips and Beverly A. Phillips. He passed away on June 2, 2024 in Pueblo, Colorado at the age of 57. Albert was involved with Inspiration Field in La Junta, Colorado for many years, “training” several case workers and staff. […]
Lamar Utilities Board meeting of June 10, 2024
The Board approved minutes from the May 28, 2024 meeting. They then approved purchase orders 93090 to 93100 as well as 63000 through 630027 for a total of $761,687.25. Big ticket items in these purchase orders were $60,570 for wood poles to replenish stock, $29,498 for the office heater/AC upgrade as well as other large […]
Public and school board members tour site of new Thunder Stadium to view progress
Andy Fahrmeier with Hutton Construction was on hand Monday, June 10, to show RE-2 School Board members and Lamar residents the progress they have made on construction of the new Lamar Thunder Stadium. Located behind Lamar High School off 14th St, the area has undergone major changes since the March 18th, 2024 groundbreaking. What […]
Lamar City Council meeting of June 10, 2024
Lamar Mayor Kirk Crespin opened the June 10, 2024 Lamar City Council meeting with a plea to the community to become engaged with the city government. He said the recent Community Picnic was a big success but wanted to remind the public of the many ways that they can get involved and make their voices […]
