RSSArchive for January 28th, 2026

Colorado State Representative Ty Winter proposes Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday

Colorado State Representative Ty Winter proposes Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday

For too long, families across House District 47 have been stretched thin by the rising cost of everyday necessities. When you live miles from the nearest big box store, every dollar matters. Since I was elected, I have worked to make sure rural communities are no longer an afterthought in policy discussions at the Capitol. […]

Joshua Robertson announces bid for Kiowa County Sheriff

Joshua Robertson announces bid for Kiowa County Sheriff

Joshua Robertson, candidate for Kiowa County Sheriff My name is Joshua Robertson, and I am running for Kiowa County Sheriff. In a small rural county like ours, leadership isn’t measured by titles or praise—it’s measured by trust. Trust built over time. Trust built through consistency. Trust built by showing up for people, not just positions. […]

Joe Louis Fierro - March 5, 1942 - January 24, 2026

Joe Louis Fierro – March 5, 1942 – January 24, 2026

A Celebration of Life for Joe Fierro will be held at a later date. Per his request, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. Joe Louis Fierro was born on March 5, 1942 in Lamar, Colorado to Jose and Leonor (Ortiz) Fierro. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at Prowers […]

Lamar Mayor Kirk Crespin, City Administrator Mitch Hammes share story of positivity and progress for Lamar

Lamar Mayor Kirk Crespin, City Administrator Mitch Hammes share story of positivity and progress for Lamar

Lamar’s City Administrator Mitch Hammes, left, and Mayor Kirk Crespin, right Lamar Mayor Kirk Crespin and City Administrator Mitch Hammes have a story to tell.  It’s a story about positivity, successes and long-range planning.  I recently met with the two to hear their thoughts on the city and get updated on current and future projects.  […]