Archive for July, 2026
Michael “Mike” Alvin Spady – September 3, 1947 – July 23, 2026
A Graveside Service for Mike Spady will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 31, 2026 at the Bent County-Las Animas Cemetery, Elder Chapel with Pastor Carlton McKay officiating. Michael “Mike” Alvin Spady peacefully passed away on July 23, 2026, in Pueblo, Colorado at the age of 78. Mike was born on September 3, 1947, […]
Tracey Martin – April 25, 1972 – July 8, 2026
A Celebration of Life honoring Tracey Martin will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at The Victorious Church, 26646 County Road 24, Swink, Colorado. Following the funeral service, Tracey will be laid to rest at Rocky Ford Cemetery, Rocky Ford, Colorado. Family and friends are warmly invited to join us as we celebrate Tracey’s life, honor her […]
Prowers County Department of Human Services Receives El Pomar Foundation Grant to Strengthen Fatherhood Program
Prowers County Department of Human Services (PCDHS) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a grant from El Pomar Foundation to support and expand the Prowers County Fatherhood Program. This generous investment will strengthen services designed to empower fathers, promote healthy families, and improve outcomes for children throughout Prowers County and the surrounding region. […]
Lamar Police Department press release for Jade Downey arrest
After a year long investigation by the Lamar Police Department, Jade Immett Downey was arrested on July 15, 2026, on the following charges: Enticement of a Child 18-3-305(1) F4 Sexual Assault on a Child 18-3-405(1) F4 Stalking 18-3-602(1)(c) F5 Internet Luring of a Child 18-3-306(1) F5 Disclosure of a Private Image for Harassment 18-7-107(1)(a) […]
Gary Leon Kaminsky – July 23, 1948 – April 21, 2026
Gary L. Kaminsky, 77, of La Junta, Colorado passed away on April 21, 2026, at Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo, Colorado. He was born on July 23, 1948, in Lamar, Colorado to Haral A. Kaminsky & Ramona M. George. Gary is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Belva of the La Junta home; […]
Pueblo man rescues hundreds of animals from Aspen Acres fire
Chad Ingo – photo credit: Chelsea Casabona/Colorado PBS Chelsea Casabona -Colorado PBS PUEBLO, Colo. — When the Aspen Acres fire started to burn early in the morning of June 29, Pueblo resident Chad Ingo and his step-mom, Kriste Ingo, wanted to help. Ingo and his family have trailers and land resources they wanted to share […]
Updated article about July 14, 2026 Lamar Utilities Board meeting
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article has been updated to include a discussion held at this meeting between the Lamar Utilities Board and Lamar Mayor Crespin and City Administrator Hammes, concerning decisions made at the July 13 City Council meeting. The Lamar Utilities Board met July 14, 2026 for a regular bi-monthly meeting All board members were […]
Lamar Police Department responds to “A report of a special birthday party having cake without them” – celebrates with local 6-year old boy
Birthday Boy Justin with Lamar Police Chief Kevin Ridder The Lamar Police Deparment shared this adorable story on their Facebook page: “Officers responded to Willow Creek Park on a report of a special birthday party having cake without them! Chief Ridder responded after learning the birthday boy had a really cool motorcycle! Justin, now age […]
Letter to the Editor: “Statutory Gap Concerning Hartman Deserves Examination”
Letter to the Editor I appreciate Representative Ty Winter’s explanation regarding the Town of Hartman and the creation of SB26-157. The legislation addressed an immediate crisis, but Hartman also revealed a larger issue that deserves continued attention: the statutory gap in how Colorado addresses communities that are struggling before they reach the point of collapse. […]
Colorado Employment Situation – June 2026
Nonfarm Payroll Jobs Increase by 4,800 in June; Unemployment Rate Unchanged at 3.9 Percent Household survey data According to the survey of households, the number of unemployed individuals decreased by 1,200 to 124,800 from May to June. Colorado’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged over the same time period at 3.9 percent. The national unemployment rate decreased one-tenth of […]
Pedro “Pete” Torres Rodriguez – July 15, 1947 – July 14, 2026
Mass of Christian Burial for Holly, Colorado resident, Pedro “Pete” Torres Rodriguez will be held at 2:00 p.m. and Rosary prior to the Mass at 1:30 p.m., Monday, July 27, 2026 at St Frances of Rome Catholic Church in Holly, Colorado with cremation to follow. Pedro Torres Rodriguez, affectionately known as Pete, was born on […]
James “Jim” Allen Brittain – July 14, 1936 – July 17, 2026
James “Jim” Allen Brittain, 90, of Las Animas, Colorado, passed away peacefully at his home on July 17, 2026. Jim was born on July 14, 1936, in McLouth, Kansas, to Jim and Elsie (Boydston) Brittain. Although he was an only child, he was surrounded by many cousins and lifelong friends, making for a happy and […]
Kevin Tate Morlan – August 28, 1961 – July 15, 2026
A Memorial Service for Kevin Morlan will be held Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Las Animas First Church of the Nazarene in Las Animas, Colorado at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Carlton McKay officiating. With deep love we announce the passing of Kevin Tate Morlan a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who went to […]
Representative Ty Winter responds to “Opponent’s Misleading Advertisement”
In response to my opponent’s misleading advertisement, I want to set the record straight. Context and facts matter. I remain committed to transparency and honest leadership for our community. July 20, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Statement Supporting Rep. Ty Winter’s Vote Against SB25-288 Rep. Ty Winter stood firm and voted against SB25-288 because when it […]
