Archive for August, 2025
Dennis Groomer – November 2, 1958 – August 11, 2025
Per Dennis’ request cremation will take place and there will be no services. Dennis was born on November 02, 1958 at to Edward and Ina (Oswald) Groomer and passed away on August 11, 2025 at the Pikes Peak Palliative Care Center in Colorado Springs with his family by his side at the age of […]
Lamar City Council meeting of August 11, 2025
Mayor Kirk Crespin opened the August 11, 2025 meeting with praise for the Sand and Sage parade and fair, both of which had large attendance numbers. He said this year’s parade, which was on Main Street, was “awesome” and said he got many handshakes from community members and thanks from several Main Street business […]
Lamar RE-2 School Board meeting of August 11, 2025
On display at the August 11 Lamar RE-2 School District’s board meeting was the recently-won Corporate Cup, earned for the third year by Lamar School District All board members were present for the August 11, 2025 meeting, with Tress Gadash attending virtually. The evening’s agenda, as well as minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting […]
Malinda Ann Dickson – November 17, 1962 -August 8, 2025
Malinda Ann Dickson was stubborn, hot-headed, and filled with more fire than anyone could put out. Yet alongside that fire lived a gentleness. She was kind, understanding, loving, and deeply sentimental. Malinda — also known as Mindy, Red, or Sis depending on who is asked — was born on Nov. 17, 1962 in Lamar, Colorado […]
Tri-State 9-11 Tribute Foundation’s annual Tribute and Parade to be held on September 6, 2025
The annual Tri-State 9-11 Tribute and Parade begins at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 6 with a parade. The parade begins at Beech and 6th Street and proceeds south to Cedar Street, then south on 9th Street ending at the Prowers County Fairgrounds. The 2025 Grand Marshals are Calvin and Doug Melcher. The BSA Flag […]
Lee fire near Meeker has become the 6th largest wildfire in Colorado history
The Lee fire southwest of Meeker, Colorado in Rio Blanco County has become the sixth largest wildfire in Colorado history, eclipsing the 2012 High Park fire, which burned 87,284 acres west of Fort Collins. The fire grew from over 88,000 acres to over 92,000 acres throughout the day on Saturday, with no containment, state fire […]
Letter to the Editor – Longtime Hartman resident responds to recent Letter to the Editor regarding Hartman
I Mark Cooper am writing this in response that was submitted in the editor of the prowers county journal on July 2nd and August of 2025 about Hartman. The letter was written by Shauna Casey. It caused defamation to three trustees on the Hartman Town board. Ms. Casey has only lived in Hartman for the […]
Lamar School District wins its third Corporate Cup trophy, with GN Bank and Prowers Medical Center Team 1 coming in second and third
Lamar School District sand volleyball team members EDITOR’S NOTE: This article was updated to include final results . Lamar School District won the Corporate Cup again this year with a total of 620 points. GN Bank was second overall and PMC Team #1 was third overall. The results of the kickball tournament that was […]
DIA will debut the new East Security Checkpoint this week. Here’s what to expect
Transportation Security Administration officers show off new equipment as Denver International Airport hosts a media tour and ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the opening of the new East Security Checkpoint in Denver on Aug. 4, 2025. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post) Travelers passing through Denver International Airport this week will find a sleek new security checkpoint […]
Bent’s Old Fort National Historic Site hosting special program August 9, 2025
Invisible Death: Smallpox, Measles, and Cholera in the Borderlands La Junta, CO – Bent’s Old Fort National Historic Site announces special presentations for Saturday, August 9th, 2025, as part of its “Stories from the Borderlands” program series. This presentation will be offered at 10:00 a.m. in the corral at the rear of the Fort, and […]
Governor Polis Statement on Federal Approval of Colorado’s SNAP Waiver to Support Healthy Eating
DENVER – On May 13, 2025, Colorado submitted waiver requests to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) designed to increase healthier food consumption and maximize the buying power of benefits as part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Today, a portion of Colorado’s SNAP waiver was approved, exempting soda and sugary beverages from benefits. Colorado […]
New sign by Historic Cow Palace Inn highlights meeting information for local service organizations
Nick Carter, left, owner of Xtreme Graphics and his son pose in front of the new sign A new sign has been erected in front of the Cow Palace Inn which highlights the meeting information at the facility for three local service organizations, Prowers County Zonta Club, Lamar Rotary, and Lamar Lions. Jenna Zimbelman-Guiterrez, one […]
Lamar Chamber honks Mortimeyer & Associates – Dream Vacations
From left: Honkers Amanda Vasquez, Ashly Melgosa, Jeni and Justin Mortimeyer and family, Honkers Shellann Bastian, Rebecca Schibblehut, and Frankie Carrillo Owners Justin and Jeni Mortimeyer offer a full service travel agency providing expert planning and coordination for all types of travel including: leisure, business, groups, adventure, romance, etc. Call or email and a travel […]
Prowers County Commissioners sign resolution in opposition to Denver mayor’s “eat less meat” campaign
Prowers County Commissioners oppose Denver’s efforts to widen the divide between rural and urban Colorado. In the latest ill-conceived move from urban leaders against Colorado’s rural communities, Mayor Johnston launched an “eat less meat” ad campaign. The campaign neglects the importance of science-based nutritional guidance and the importance Colorado’s livestock industry plays in our State’s economy and heritage. […]
Elementary Expectations Around a School Bus – Colorado State Patrol launches ‘Stop for School Buses’ campaign
(Colorado)—Colorado students are starting to head back to the classroom, beginning with Mesa, El Paso and Aurora County Public Schools this week. With classes in session, school buses will be sharing the roadway with motorists. The Colorado State Patrol wants to ensure that drivers are aware of the passing and stopping rules surrounding school buses, […]
