Archive for 2026
The fees Colorado consumers will face after “junk fee” law has taken effect
Article courtesy of Tamara Chuang, Business/Technology Reporter/The Colorado Sun The Colorado Sun is a reader-supported, nonprofit news organization that strives to help local publications by providing news stories free of charge. Learn more at coloradosun.com Colorado’s new law prohibiting deceptive pricing went into effect Jan. 1. But that doesn’t mean diners won’t see a “kitchen appreciation” or […]
Birth Announcement – Sherwood/Ramirez
Michael Sherwood and Gracie Ramirez of Lamar, Colorado, welcomed a son, Kayden Michael Sherwood, on January 7, 2026, at Prowers Medical Center in Lamar, Colorado. Kayden arrived at 12:35 pm, weighing 7 pounds, 12 ounces and measuring 19-1/2 inches. Dr. Korkis was the attending physician. Grandparents are Amy Ramirez and Robert Ramirez and Mike and […]
Birth Announcement – Beard
Gabe and Christine Beard of Lamar, Colorado, announce the birth of their son, Jaxson George Beard. Jaxson was born at Prowers Medical Center in Lamar, Colorado, on January 6, 2026. Born at 8:38 am, he weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and measured 20-3/4 inches. Dr. Korkis was the attending physician. Joining Jaxson at home are […]
Prowers County Clerk and Recorder Jana Coen announces Candidacy for Re-Election
I, Jana Coen, am pleased to announce my candidacy for re-election to the office of Prowers County Clerk and Recorder. It has been my honor to serve the citizens of Prowers County, and I respectfully ask for the opportunity to continue serving our community. As County Clerk, I have been committed to serving all citizens […]
Ronald Earl McCaffrey – August 21, 1949 – January 14, 2026
Ronald Earl McCaffrey was born on August 21, 1949, to Keith and Betty (Eckert) McCaffrey in Las Animas, Colorado. He graduated from Lamar High School and Lamar Community College in Lamar, Colorado. Ron later attended Manhattan Christian College in Manhattan, Kansas, where he met the love of his life, Carolyn. The two were united in […]
McClave Elementary School named a 2025 National ESEA Distinguished School – one of only two in Colorado
McClave Elementary School Named a 2025 National ESEA Distinguished School McClave is one of only two schools in Colorado to receive this prestigious national honor. McClave, CO – January 8, 2026 – McClave Elementary School is proud to announce it has been recognized as a National ESEA Distinguished School for 2025. This national award, presented […]
Prowers County Board of Commissioners accepting applications for Bent-Prowers Cemetery District board
The Prowers County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications from persons who are residents of the Bent-Prowers Cemetery District for the remainder of a term on the Board which will expire January 2028. Appointed members serve as volunteers. A Prowers County Application for Boards and Commissions is available on our website: www@prowersco.gov and should be […]
Lamar Utilities Board holds first meeting of 2026 on January 13
The Lamar Utilities Board met on January 13 for its first meeting of 2026. Purchase orders 2025-02177 through 2025-02430 totaling $1,021,571.96 were approved. Of this amount, $996,228.74 needed board approval. Power purchased for December was the largest of these, in the amount of $537,677.43. Other large purchase orders were $191,920.00 to Powell electrical Systems, Inc., […]
Prowers County Board of Commissioners holds first meeting of 2026 January 13
The Board of Prowers County Commissioners met for the first meeting of the year on January 13, 2026. At the morning work session, Tallie Harmon and Brent Bates with Prowers Economic Prosperity met with the commissioners to give a monthly update. Ms. Harmon recently returned from maternity leave and said she’s excited to be back […]
Ron Cook Seeking Re-Election for Prowers County Commissioner District #2
Ron Cook, District 2 Prowers County Commissioner Prowers County District 2 lies in the northwest corner of Prowers County and generally encompasses citizens living in the rural area of northwest Prowers County and citizens living in the west half of the Town of Bristol, the north one-third of the City of Lamar, and all […]
Anthony Letteer announces bid for Prowers County Coroner
Anthony Letteer, Candidate for Prowers County Coroner Public Announcement Letter Hello, I am writing to publicly announce that I am running for Prowers County Coroner. I have consistently served in Prowers County and look forward to continuing to serve our wonderful county and all of its citizens. I am committed to approaching this role […]
Jerry Keith Pursley – January 16, 1947 – December 18, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jerry Keith Pursley, a father, grandfather, brother, uncle and a respected member of his community. Jerry passed away peacefully at his home in Las Animas, Colorado, on December 18, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on January 16, 1947, in Flagler, Colorado, to […]
Colorado Parks and Wildlife begins public engagement to inform Coloradans about new Firearms Safety Program
DENVER — Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is beginning statewide public engagement efforts to 1) inform Coloradans about the new Firearms Safety Program required under Senate Bill 25-003 (SB25-003) and 2) to gather public feedback ahead of the law’s implementation on Aug. 1, 2026. Signed into law on April 10, 2025, SB25-003 ensures that beginning August 1, […]
Lamar City Council holds first meeting of 2026 with an air of excitement on January 12
Lamar Mayor Kirk Crespin welcomed everyone to the night’s meeting with excitement in his voice, saying “It’s hard to believe it’s already 2026”. He said that five years ago as a new mayor, he and Council had great things in mind – the city had a new Administrator, negotiations were underway for the Arby’s […]
Lamar School District RE-2 welcomes new year with two new board members, celebrates Board Appreciation Month at meeting January 12
Superintendent Dr. Chad Krug with Robbie Adamson, and Jill Bellomy, new board members for RE-2 The Lamar School District RE-2, at its first meeting of the new year, celebrated Board Appreciation month and welcomed the two newest board members, Jill Bellomy and Robbie Adamson. All board members were present, as was student board […]
