Archive for November, 2026
Ignacia “Nancy” Lucero – August 27, 1933 – November 1, 2026
Mass of Christian Burial for Nancy Lucero will be held at 10:00 a.m. and Rosary at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Las Animas, Colorado. Interment will follow at Bent County-Las Animas Cemetery. Ignacia “Nancy” Lucero was born on August 27, 1933, in San Ysidro, New Mexico, to […]
Vest donation protects CPW K9 Sage during conservation and public safety work
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Officer Zachary Picard and CPW K9 Sage work out of the Lamar office. Sage has been selected to receive a protective vest from a national non-profit dedicated to protecting working dogs. CPW Photo LAMAR, Colo. — Colorado Parks and Wildlife K-9 Working Dog Sage will receive a bullet- and stab-resistant vest through […]
All Prowers County Offices and Combined Courts closed November 11 in observance of Veteran’s Day
All Prowers County Offices and the Prowers County Combined Courts will be closed on Wednesday, November 11th, 2026 in observance of Veterans Day~ The Welcome Home Child and Family Development Center ~will be open regular hours~
City of Lamar Announces New Year’s Eve Western Masquerade Gala to Honor First Responders and Support Public Safety
LAMAR, CO – The City of Lamar is preparing for a special New Year’s Eve celebration that will bring the community together for an evening of entertainment, recognition, and fundraising in support of local public safety departments. The New Year’s Eve Western Masquerade Gala will take place on Thursday, December 31, 2026, beginning at […]
Arkansas River Power Authority Names John Krajewski as General Manager
LAMAR, Colo. — The Arkansas River Power Authority (ARPA) today announced that John A. Krajewski has been named the Authority’s next General Manager, effective July 1, 2027. He will succeed Rick Rigel upon his retirement after over 16 years of service leading ARPA. Krajewski will lead ARPA’s efforts to provide reliable power to its member […]
Gary L. Dickerson, Jr. – July 29, 1969 – October 29, 2026
A memorial celebration of life for longtime Hasty, Colorado resident, Gary L. Dickerson, Jr. will be held at a later date. Per Gary’s request cremation will take place and there will be no viewing. Gary was born on July 29, 1969 at Las Animas, Colorado to Gary L. and Linda (Harman) Dickerson, Sr. and passed […]
Lamar High School’s “A” team places first in regional Knowledge Bowl tournament
The Lamar High School Knowledge Bowl “A” team brought home first place at the Region 4 High School Knowledge Bowl held October 20, 2026 at Lamar Community College. There were a total of 30 teams comprised of 120 students at the competition. The Eads team took second place and Karval placed third.
Springfield Volunteer Fire Department receives grain entrapment tools and training
Nationwide equips 67 fire departments with grain entrapment tools and training Since 2014, Nationwide’s Grain Bin Safety program has delivered rescue resources to more than 500 fire departments, leading to 19 successful rescues The danger inside a grain bin is not always visible – and when hidden hazards give way, entrapment can happen in seconds. […]
Lower Ark Hosted Arkansas River Basin Proposed Tabulation Update 2026
Colorado State Water Engineer, Jason Ullmann gave a presentation on Arkansas River Basin Tabulation Update, 2026 Submitted by Norman L. Kincaide, Ph.D. Lower Arkansas Valley Water Conservancy District hosted, to a packed lobby, a presentation by State Water Engineer, Jason Ullmann and Division 2 Engineer, Rachel Zancanella, Colorado Division of Water Resources, October 29, […]
