Archive for 2025
Linda Koehler – May 11, 1956 – March 25, 2025
Services are pending at this time for longtime Lamar resident Linda Koehler. Linda was born on May 11, 1956 at Amarillo, Texas to Bill and Rosemary (Loresch) Koehler and passed away on March 25, 2025 at the Prowers Medical Center at the age of 68. Linda is preceded in death by her parents. […]
Bent’s Fort Chapter of the Santa Fe Trail will place new trail marker near Big Timbers on April 17
EDITOR’S NOTE: This release reflects a change in date from a previously posted news release concerning this. The event was previously scheduled for April 5. It was rescheduled due to potential weather issues on the 5th. The Bent’s Fort Chapter of the Santa Fe Trail will be placing a new trail marker showing where the […]
One measles case confirmed in Colorado resident – Colorado Dept of Public Health urges all to check vaccination status
One measles case confirmed in Colorado resident with recent international travel Coloradans urged to check vaccination status, monitor for symptoms, and review possible exposure locations The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment have confirmed a case of measles in an unvaccinated adult Pueblo, Colorado […]
Samuel “Sam” Ray Kisamore – September 5, 1946 – March 27, 2025
A memorial celebration of life for longtime Lamar resident, Samuel Ray Kisamore, affectionately known to his family and friends as Sam will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, April 4, 2025 at the Lamar Christian Church with Ray Matteson officiating. Inurnment will follow at the Fairmount Cemetery with full Military Honors under the auspices […]
Lamar Cub Scout Pack 223 held community service project near LCC
Lamar Cub Scout Pack 223’s Arrow of Light den recently conducted a service project by picking up trash along the walking trail behind the college. Thank you to all the scouts who participated in a worthy cause!
Prowers Economic Prosperity holds annual banquet March 27
Prowers Economic Prosperity (PEP) held its annual banquet on March 27, 2025 at the Historic Cow Palace in Lamar. PEP President Rick Robbins welcomed those attending with a speech praising those in the room, asking them to “look around” saying “these are the people who donate their time to the community”. He added “It takes […]
Colorado Department of Agriculture accepting applications from farmers for energy-efficient improvements
Th The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) is seeking applications from farmers and ranchers interested in modernizing their agricultural operations with energy efficiency improvements or renewable energy projects. Agricultural producers can apply for funding and technical assistance through CDA’s Advancing Colorado’s Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ACRE3) program, which aims to reduce on-farm energy […]
Lamar’s newest U.S. citizen honored at recent event
Doug Harbour (left) and new U.S. Citizen Fernando Saldana Lamar’s newest United States citizen Fernando Saldana was recognized and honored for his achievement by the Tri-State 9-11 Tribute Foundation. The organization presented Fernando with an American flag and a copy of the U.S. Constitution. # # #
Tri-State 9-11 Tribute President Doug Harbour thanks citizens
On behalf of the Tri-State 9-11 Tribute Foundation, I wish to thank our Prowers County Commissioners, Lamar City Administration, Southeast Colorado businesses and the public for their support of our recent fundraiser/auction. This event was held on March 22nd at the Historic Cow Palace Inn/Tavern 1301, where we were treated to a phenomenal brisket dinner. […]
Colorado Employment situation for February 2025
Strike Activity During the Reference Week in February Important note: Strike activity at a major retail grocery company lasted for the duration of the February reference week, which was February 9th through February 15th. These workers are not counted in payroll job estimates in the establishment survey for February. Impacts at the industry and substate […]
Lamar Historic Preservation Advisory Board meeting April 15, 2025
Public Service Announcement There will be a Lamar Historic Preservation Advisory Board meeting On Tuesday, April 15, 2024 at 7:00 AM Located in the 2nd floor Conference room At the City Complex
Birth Announcement – Mahan
Kevin and Lauren Mahan of Lamar, Colorado welcomed a daughter, Macey Kate, on September 19, 2023 at Prowers Medical Center. Macey was born at 7:34 am, weighed 10 pounds, 1 ounce and measured 21 inches. Joining her at home is brother Mitchell. Grandparents are Peg Bagwell of Lamar, Colorado and Bob & Jolene Mahan of […]
Medicaid cuts rippling through rural America could bring hospital closures, job losses
WASHINGTON — Americans living in rural communities throughout the country could see their access to health care diminish if Congress changes eligibility for Medicaid or significantly reduces its federal funding. While rural residents who depend on the state-federal program for lower income people would experience the most substantial impacts, those who have private health insurance or have […]
Birth Announcement: Thompson
Westley and Natasha Thompson of Lamar, Colorado welcomed a daughter, Austyn Elaine Thompson, on March 20, 2025 at Prowers Medical Center. Austyn was born at 10:10 am, weighed 8 pounds, 9 ounces and measured 22 inches. Siblings are Jaxon and Blakely. Grandparents are Greg and Becky Idler and Joyce and Robert Thompson. Dr. Korkis was […]
