Author Archive for Barbara Crimond
Flu hospitalizations in Colorado surge to highest level in 20 years: ‘We’re not out of the worst of it yet’
CDC estimates at least 7.5 million illnesses, 81,000 hospitalizations and 3,100 deaths from the flu so far this season Nearly 800 Coloradans were hospitalized with the flu the last week in December — the highest number in more than two decades — as cases surge across the U.S., according to the latest state data. Emergency […]
Discover the newest outdoor products and services at the 2026 International Sportsmen’s Expo
DENVER — Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is a sponsor for the 2026 International Sportsmen’s Expo in downtown Denver on Jan. 8-11, 2026, where hundreds of companies gather to present the outdoor industry’s newest products and services. A print coupon for a $3 discount off one adult ticket is available on the CPW website. This premier expo allows hunters, anglers […]
Birth Announcement – Carver
John and McKenzy Carver of Lamar, Colorado, welcomed a new baby girl, “Gracelynne Ann Carver” on December 26, 2025 at Prowers Medical Center in Lamar, Colorado. Gracelynne arrived at 7 am, weighed 6 pounds, 3 ounces, and measured 19.76 inches. Dr. Forseter was the attending physician. Grandparents are Riley and Joshua Carver, David Davis and […]
Birth Announcement – Crespin/Brizendine
Steven Crespin and Jenna Brizendine of Hasty, Colorado, welcomed a new baby girl, “Nova Adelina Crespin” on December 17, 2025 at Prowers Medical Center in Lamar, Colorado. Nova was born at 9:06 pm, weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces and measured 20 inches.
“Pawsitive Recovery” provides foster care for pets of people in recovery programs while they heal
Ashlee Chaidez is reunited with her dog, Duck, at Hounds Town dog daycare and boarding in Denver after six months apart while Chaidez sought psychiatric care. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post) When Ashlee Chaidez’s black Lab mix, Duck, charged toward her and rubbed his face — a little more gray than the last time […]
Sharron Conrady – March 19, 1950 – January 1, 2026
A graveside celebration of life for former Lamar resident, currently of Brighton, Sharron Conrady will be held at 11:00AM on Monday, January 05, 2026 at the Union Valley Cemetery in Hasty, Colorado with Ian Blacker officiating. Per Sharron’s request there will be no viewing. Sharron was born on March 19, 1950 at Lamar, Colorado to […]
Prowers Medical Center welcomes the hospital’s 2026 New Year Baby on January 1
Esciensta Emberlynn Triana, 2026 New Year Baby born at Prowers Medical Center Prowers Medical Center was excited to welcome the 2026 New Year Baby! Esciensta Emberlynn Triana was born January 1, 2026 at 6:51 a.m., weighing six pounds, five ounces and measuring 18-3/4 inches. She is the daughter of Embree Gallegos and Javier Triana of […]
Colorado men’s prisons will run out of space in next fiscal year, state warns
Colorado’s prisons will run out of beds for men in the next fiscal year unless significant changes are made to either reduce the prison population or increase capacity, a state analyst projects in a new report. A sharp decrease in parole releases coupled with a steady stream of new prisoners entering custody means the state’s […]
Lamar Lions Club’s flag project at Prowers County Courthouse nearing completion as lighting and brick installation are coming soon
The large, beautiful American flag that proudly waves from the west lawn of the Prowers County Courthouse has served as a focal point in downtown Lamar, easily seen by all who travel on Main Street. It will be enhanced soon by the remaining portion of the project. Though the flagpole was completed several months […]
A Community United by Art – American Flag Mural Completed on Lamar’s Main Street
Pictured, left to right: Judy Turpin, Flag Mural Committee member; Clay Whitham, Frontier Bank (donated water and restroom access); Connie Jacobsen, Flag Mural Committee member; Jake Chamberlain, Flag Mural Committee member and building owner; Rose Ann Yates, Lisa Farmer, LaNette Gearhart, and Vince Gearhart, all representing Southeast Colorado Arts Council. Not pictured are: Cody Miell, […]
58th Annual Two Shot Celebrity Goose Hunt a great success
Members of the 2025 winning team “All Flocked Up” The 58th Annual Two Shot Celebrity Goose Hunt was a great success. The first place team, “All Flocked Up” included team members from Wyoming, Texas, and Colorado. This was the team’s first year of participating. In all, twelve teams consisting of six shooters each participated. The […]
David Leon Roberts – February 13, 1949 – December 27, 2025
David Leon Roberts, affectionately known as Dave passed away on December 27, 2025, in Las Animas, Colorado, at the age of 76. He was born on February 13, 1949, in Lamar, Colorado, to Marion “Bud” and Margaret (Hayes) Roberts. Dave spent his formative years in La Junta, where his exceptional talents in basketball, football, and […]
Laureate Rho Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi donates to Lamar Public Library’s Children’s Department
Leslie Daniels (left) and Judy Turpin (right), sorority sisters with the Laureate Rho Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi present a check to Sarah Ausmus, Technology Coordinator for the Lamar Public Library to be used for the library’s Children’s Department. Leslie Daniels and Judy Turpin, sorority sisters in the Laureate Rho Chapter of Beta […]
