Archive for August, 2025
Marijuana sales tax revenue tops $3 billion in latest DOR monthly report
Denver – Aug. 21, 2025 – Marijuana sales have raised over $3 billion in tax and fee revenue according to Colorado Department of Revenue (DOR) data. In its monthly marijuana sales and tax revenue report, Department of Revenue figures show that tax revenue since legalization reached $3,012,831,657 after sales in July generated $20,354,753. Date Marijuana […]
Letter to the Editor – “You are not alone”
The people holding anti-Trump signs on Main Street aren’t there because they think President Trump will see them or because they hope to go viral on social media. They are standing in front of the Courthouse because people need to know they are not alone. Whether you voted for President Trump or not, you are […]
Colorado State Patrol Reminds Drivers to Carry a Physical Driver’s License
(COLORADO) – As technology continues to increase convenience through mobile apps like myColoradoTM, the Colorado State Patrol is reminding drivers that Colorado state law still requires drivers to carry a physical driver’s license at all times when operating a motor vehicle. This is also true for proof of insurance and registration. The Colorado Digital IDTM can […]
Colorado Parks and Wildlife warns of toxic algae in DeWeese Reservoir – water harmful to people and pets
WESTCLIFFE, Colo. – A growing bloom of toxic blue-green algae at DeWeese Reservoir State Wildlife Area prompted Colorado Parks and Wildlife to warn the public Aug. 19 to avoid contact with the water at that location for the first time this summer. “Algae has become a seasonal problem at DeWeese, forcing CPW to alert the public in […]
What to Expect at the 2025 Colorado State Fair
Pueblo, Colo. — The 153rd Colorado State Fair kicks off today, and the fairgrounds are bustling as organizers prepare to host approximately half a million fairgoers during the course of the next 11 days. This year’s Colorado State Fair runs from August 22, through Labor Day, September 1. Visitors will be able to attend 4-H and FFA livestock […]
Attorney General warns Coloradans to be on lookout for jury duty scams
Aug. 21, 2025 (DENVER) – Attorney General Phil Weiser is alerting Coloradans to be on the lookout for scams involving fake notices of missed jury duty. While jury duty scams are not new, local law enforcement has recently reported a rise in scammers using the tactic. “I have great appreciation and respect for those who […]
City of Lamar Labor Day holiday schedule for refuse pickup
City of Lamar Labor Day Refuse Schedule Monday September 1st 2025, Residential & Commercial refuse collection will remain the same. Please have containers in place the evening before or by 6:00 am. Cardboard pick up for Monday September 1stwill be picked up on Tuesday September 2nd . The City Of Lamar Landfill will be CLOSED Monday […]
Annual Tri-State 9-11 weekend includes presentation by William Jimeno and unveiling of his bronze statue at Memorial
Officer William Jimeno, World Trade Center survivor and hero The Annual Tri-State 9-11 Tribute Foundation will be presenting two events the weekend of September 12-13, 2025. This annual celebration honors the lives lost in the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. The weekend will begin with a public presentation by […]
Stacy Armendariz – August 15, 1976 – August 13, 2025
Services for Stacy Armendariz will be held at a later date. Stacy Ann (Mills) Armendariz passed away on August 13, 2025 in Pueblo, Colorado at the age of 48. She was born on August 15, 1976 in Westminster, Colorado to Vernon and Barbara (Smith) Mills. Stacy’s life was centered around her pride and joy, her […]
Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center to receive infrastructure improvements
AURORA – The Department of Veterans Affairs will realign an additional $800 million this fiscal year as part of the Veterans Health Administration’s Non-Recurring Maintenance program, which makes infrastructure improvements to health care facilities to ensure safe and effective patient care. The extra funding means more resources to repair and update aging VA facilities and technology. The extra […]
Patricia Lynn (Stwalley) Lewis – April 18, 1953 – August 15, 2025
Patricia Lynn (Stwalley) Lewis, age 72, died August 15, 2025 at the Bent County Healthcare Center after a brave struggle with Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s. Lynn was born in Las Animas, Colorado, April 18, 1953 to Donald and Helen Stwalley. Lynn earned her degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse from Otero Junior College and […]
Prowers County Clerk & Recorder’s Office closed Friday, August 22 for training
MEDIA RELEASE FROM THE PROWERS COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Prowers County Clerk & Recorder’s Office (only) will be closed all day, Friday, August 22, 2025 for Motor Vehicle Training. We will reopen on Monday, August 25, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. Thank you for your understanding.
Ye Olde Rummage Shoppe vital to the community but needs its help with keeping donation area behind store clean
The volunteers who keep Ye Olde Rummage Shoppe staffed are, from right to left: Pam Cabello, Bonnie Good, El Donna Mosier, Stella Figueroa, Punkin Kalani, Emilia Lynn, Annabelle Munez, Jo Ann Orozco, and Loretta Johnson. In front of the group is Amari Perkins, who is the great-granddaughter of John and Annabelle Munez. Loretta Johnson, John […]
Wanda Bauder – October 29, 1934 – August 15, 2025
A memorial celebration of life for longtime Lamar resident, Wanda Bauder, will be held at 10:00AM on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at the First Baptist Church with Pastor Darren Stroh officiating. Wanda was born on October 29, 1934 at Eckley, Colorado to Curtis and Jesse (Dull) Mann and passed away on August 15, 2025 at […]
