Archive for 2025
Lamar Utilities Board Meeting of August 26, 2025
Chairman Doug Thrall attended the meeting by phone, so Vice Chairman Jay Brooke chaired the meeting. Minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting were approved. Due to the City of Lamar’s Tyler Systems Conversion, there were no purchase orders, payment of bills or report on the July financials available for the meeting. The department had […]
Lamar School District RE-2 accepting bids for mowing services at schools
Lamar School District RE-2 is currently accepting sealed bids for mowing services at four of our district properties: Central Office, Washington Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School, and Lamar Middle School. The scope of services includes mowing, edging, and trimming at each location. In line with district policy, vendors must be pre-qualified in order to […]
What the discovery of improperly stored bodies in a Pueblo funeral home says about the state’s death care industry
Following another case of mismanagement of human remains in Colorado, the state is grappling with flaws in its funeral industry. In Pueblo, a recent inspection led to the discovery of several decomposing bodies improperly stored at Davis Mortuary. The Colorado Bureau of Investigation said Monday that there are more than the originally estimated 20 bodies […]
UCHealth and HCPF reach agreement that safeguards integrity of CHASE program and supports rural hospitals
In addition, UCHealth establishes a $5.7 million fund to support specific rural hospitals impacted by reclassification Aurora, Colo. (August 26, 2025) – UCHealth and the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF) have reached an agreement that will appropriately reclassify UCHealth hospitals in the Colorado Healthcare Affordability and Sustainability Enterprise (CHASE) hospital provider fee […]
Lamar City Council discusses unexpected expenses for Escondido Park soccer field maintenance
All Council members were present for the August 25, 2025 meeting. Mayor Kirk Crespin opened the meeting with a plea to the community for help with the ever-increasing problem with dogs running loose or unleashed. During recent meetings with department heads, this seemed to be the most pressing issue. Crespin said that the number of […]
Horacio Martinez – October 4, 1044 – August 20, 2025
A Graveside Memorial Service for Horacio Martinez will be held at 11:30 a.m., Friday, September 5, 2025 at Fort Lyon National Cemetery with Father Joseph Matitu officiating. Military Committal Rites will be provided by Las Animas V.F.W. Post #2411 and American Legion Post #6. Visitation will be held at Horber Funeral Chapel from 4:00 […]
National Corn Growers Association concerned about low corn prices due to record crop and need for foreign markets
The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) is intensifying its call for action from Congress and the administration after the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s latest World Agriculture and Supply and Demand Estimates report projected a record 16.7-billion-bushel corn crop this year, further threatening the livelihood of farmers already facing record-low corn prices. “Corn growers are already marketing their corn […]
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 […]
