Archive for 2026
Michael Dean LeForce – September 18, 1984 – June 2, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Michael Dean LeForce a devoted father, son, brother, and cherished friend on June 2, 2026 in Lamar, Colorado. He wasborn on September 18, 1984 in Lamar, Colorado to Randy and Terri (Branom) LeForce. A memorial service will be held on June 16, 2026 […]
Fort Hays State University announces spring 2026 graduates
HAYS, Kan. (June 5, 2026 ) – Fort Hays State University recognized approximately 1,732 graduates during its spring commencement ceremonies Friday and Saturday, May 15 and 16, at Gross Memorial Coliseum in Hays. Graduates who requested privacy are included in the count but omitted from this listing. Lamar, CO Brandy Branom, Bachelor of Science in […]
Sally A. Jacobs – March 28, 1930 – June 4, 2026
A mass of Christian burial for longtime Wiley, Colorado resident, Sally A. Jacobs, will be held at 10:00AM on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at the St. Frances de Sales/Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Reverend Boniface Onjefu as celebrant. A rosary service will be held at 9:30AM at the St. Francis de Sales/Our lady […]
Birth Announcement – Salgado/Hernandez
Nydian Salgado and Luis M. Hernandez, Jr. of Lamar, Colorado, welcomed a son Emiliano Israel Salazar Hernandez on April 22, 2026 at Prowers Medical Center in Lamar. Emiliano was born at 1:26 pm, weighing 6 pounds, 3 ounces and measuring 19 inches. Grandparents are Elizabeth Salazar, Carlos Salazar, Esmeralda Garia and Luis Hernandez. Dr. Korker was the […]
Birth Announcement – Stanley-Asplin
Dasha Stanley-Asplin of Springfield, Colorado welcomed a daughter Oliva Grace Stanley on March 25, 2026 at Prowers Medical Center in Lamar. Olivia arrived at 1:26 pm, weighing 7 pounds 3 ounces. Siblings are Andren, Emmy, and Raine. Grandparents are Trevor and Veta (no last name provided). Dr. Korkis was the attending physician.
Birth Announcement – Gratta
Tony and Winter Gratta of Lamar welcomed a son Phineas Wayne Gratta on April 16, 2026 at Prowers Medical Center in Lamar. Phineas arrived at 1:00 pm weighing 7 pounds, one ounce and measuring 19.75 inches. Siblings are Alexander, James, and Lucas. Grandparents are Jason and Jennifer Yant/Cathy. Dr. Forester was the attending physician.
Birth Announcement – Swopes
Tylor and Tana Swopes of Eads welcomed a daughter, Sutton Rae Swopes on April 21, 2026 at Prowers Medical Center in Lamar. Sutton arrived at 1:13 pm weighing 6 pounds, 14 ounces and measuring 19 inches. Siblings are Paisley and Tripp. Dr. Korkis was the attending physician.
Birth Announcement – Mauch
Skyler and Savanna Mauch of Lamar welcomed a son, Slaton Mauch on April 22, 2026 at Prowers Medical Center in Lamar. Slaton arrived at 1:16 am weighing 6 pounds, 14 ounces and measuring 20 inches. Joining him at home is sibling Sloane. Grandparents are Mitch and Nikki Mauch. Dr. Korkis was the attending physician.
Birth Announcement – Ramirez/Martinez
Celeste Ramirez and Paulray Martinez of Lamar, Colorado welcomed a daughter, Zaniyah Jade Martinez on March 3, 2026 at Prowers Medical Center in Lamar. Zaniyah arrived at 3:32 pm, weighing 6 pounds, 8 ounces and measuring 18.5 inches. Grandparents are Judy Ramirez/Allen Andrade and Paul Martinez/Elsa Mata. Dr. Korkis was the attending physician.
Birth Announcement – Mulske
Jessica and Daniel Mulske of Lamar, Colorado welcomed a daughter Blakely Zeray Mulske on March 18, 2026 at Prowers Medical Center in Lamar. Blakely arrived at 3:48 am, weighing 6 pounds, 12 ounces and measuring 19 inches. Dr. Forseter was the attending physician.
Birth Announcement – Eberhardt
Colton and Sarah Eberhardt of Lamar, Colorado, welcomed a baby girl Lainey Lynn Eberhardt on March 20, 2026 at Prowers Medical Center in Lamar. Lainey arrived at 12:39 pm, weighing 9 pounds, 2 ounces and measuring 20.5 inches. Joining her at home is sibling Micah Mae Eberhardt. Grandparents are Troy & Lynn Eberhardt and Michelle Singleton. Dr. […]
Steven Joseph Dreiling – January 4, 1981 – May 26, 2026
A Celebration of Life for Steven Dreiling will be held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, June 8, 2026 at Valley Funeral &Cremation in Lamar, Colorado with Pastor Paul Floyd officiating. Per his request, cremation has taken place. Steven Joseph Dreiling passed away on May 26, 2026 in Lamar, Colorado at the age of 45. He entered […]
Carla Rae Schroeder – June 21, 1945 – May 12, 2026
Carla Rae Schroeder, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026, surrounded by family. Born on June 21, 1945, in Modesto, CA, arriving into this world at just over 2 lbs., Carla lived a life defined by resilience and strength. She graduated from Livingston High School in 1963 and […]
La Junta’s Plaza Block Building receives Citizens State Bank Award from Colorado Preservation, Inc.
Aerial photo of the Plaza Block Building located at 10 East 1st St La junta, CO Photo Credit: Courtesy of Colorado Preservation Inc. (CPI) LA JUNTA, Colo. — The Plaza Block Building in La Junta has received the Citizens State Bank Award from Colorado Preservation, Inc. (CPI), one of the state’s leading preservation honors. The […]
Priya Mayjoy of Lamar High School competes at 2026 International Science & Engineering Fair
Priya Mayjoy and her project at the International Science & Engineering Fair Lamar High School Junior Priya Mayjoy recently had the honor of spending a week in Phoenix, Arizona attending the International Science & Engineering Fair. She qualified through the Colorado Science and Engineering Fair held in Fort Collins in April as a sophomore. At […]
