Archive for July, 2024
Betty Lou Quarles Cunningham Wilbur – December 1, 1927 – July 9, 2024
Betty Lou Quarles Cunningham Wilbur passed peacefully from this world Tuesday, July 9, 2024 with her dearly loved caregiver, Linda Morlan by her side at the age of 96. Born December 16, 1927 in Jefferson, Grant County, Oklahoma, Betty was the second of 9 children born to John Robert and Ethel Margaret (Tharp) Quarles. […]
George W. Frans – November 5, 1950 – July 9, 2024
A memorial celebration of life for Longtime Lamar, Colorado resident George W. Frans will be held at 10:00AM on Monday, July 15, 2024 at the Peacock Family Chapel. Per George’s wishes cremation will take place and there will be no visitation. George was born on November 05, 1950 at Monte Vista, Colorado to Harvey and […]
Corey L. Frey – December 13, 1956 – July 8, 2024
Corey L. Frey was born on December 13, 1956 to Robert and Dana “Dixie” (Sinklier) Frey. He passed away on July 8, 2024 in Colorado Springs, Colorado at the age of 67. Per Corey’s request, cremation has taken place and there are no services scheduled at this time. Corey was well known for his presence […]
First Annual Kenneth Cullen Memorial Scholarship Recipient is Aspen Hawkins
Jared Smith presenting the First Annual Kenneth Cullen Memorial Scholarship to Aspen Hawkins Ken Cullen served on the Board of Directors of Prosperity Lane Community Water and Sewer Association for many years. Ken was instrumental in getting many things accomplished for the Association and was a great leader for the Board. After Ken passed, […]
Granada Schools announce upcoming school schedule
Prowers County RE-1, Granada Schools has announced the opening of school for the 2024-2025 school year on Monday, August 12. This will be a full day of school with lunch served. Classes will convene at 7:50 a.m. and dismiss at 4:00 p.m. The final day of school will be Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Granada Schools […]
Paula Marie Carles – October 16, 1972 – July 4, 2024
A memorial service for former Lamar resident Paula Carles will be held Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:00 am at the Vilas Friends Church in Vilas, Colorado. Paula was born in Lancaster, California to Duane Paul Carles and Barbara Irene Lasley Carles. Paula was the first granddaughter of Dale and Kathryn Lasley She graduated from […]
Colorado’s recent lane filtering law goes into effect August 7 – what is it?
Colorado Lane Filtering vs. Lane Splitting –What’s the difference? Recently, the state of Colorado passed a lane filtering bill that will go into effect August 7, 2024. While lane splitting and filtering have long been controversial, motorcycle riders and drivers need to understand the rules going into effect to ensure a safe experience on our […]
Felix P. Gonzales – July 1, 1940 – July 8, 2024
A Mass of Christian Burial for longtime Lamar resident, Felix P. Gonzales will be held at 10:00AM on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at the St. Francis de Sales/Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Reverend Kenny Joe Parlingayan’S.S.S. as celebrant. A rosary service will be held prior to the mass at 9:30AM with Deacon Allan […]
Lamar Utilities Board meeting of July 9, 2024
Board member Roger Stagner was not present at the meeting. Minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting were approved. The board voted unanimously to approve purchase orders 630069 through 630110, which totaled $797,284.97. As usual, the largest purchase order amount was to ARPA, this month in the amount of $730,861.58. Other large orders were for […]
Prowers County Board of Commissioners meeting July 9, 2024
During the morning work session, the commissioners heard monthly updates from Cheryl Sanchez of Prowers Economic Development and Gary Harbert, Veterans’ Service Officer. Ms. Sanchez thanked Mark Westhoff, outgoing County Administrator for all the assistance he has provided as part of the PEP Board. Westhoff has submitted a letter of resignation to the County effective […]
Lamar RE-2 Board Meeting of July 8, 2024
Board members Shannon O’Bryan and Travis Hall were not able to attend the meeting of July 8. The board had a relatively short agenda for the evening. The revised agenda as well as meeting minutes from June 10 were approved unanimously. Superintendent Dr. Chad Krug updated the board on progress with the new stadium. He […]
Lamar City Council meeting of July 8, 2024
Mayor Kirk Crespin swearing in Lamar’s new Chief of Police Al Fear All Council members were present for the meeting. Mayor Kirk Crespin spoke to viewers about the presentation prior to the meeting by Sam Light of CIRSA, the city’s insurance liability company. The mayor said this is a yearly review to Council about legal […]
Colorado’s rural fire departments facing challenges – how does Lamar fare?
Lamar Fire Chief Jeremy Burkhart A recent article published by Colorado Politics discussed Colorado’s rural fire departments and the struggles they face regarding recruiting and retention challenges, as well as a growing demand for emergency medical services due to an aging population. Also mentioned was a November 2023 survey conducted by the Colorado Division of […]
Karen Bruckner Celebration of Life service Friday, July 12, 2024
A Celebration of Life for Karen Bruckner will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 12, 2024 at Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel in Lamar, Colorado. A reception will be held at 3:30 p.m. at the Cow Palace. Karen was born July 30, 1935 to Hazel and John Bruckner in Lamar, Colorado. She journeyed to the […]
