Author Archive for Barbara Crimond
Lamar and La Junta mayors blindsided by Safeway’s abrupt announcement of closure of both stores
Mayor Kirk Crespin learned late in the morning on September 9, 2025 that the Lamar Safeway is being closed by Safeway’s corporate office. The news came as a complete surprise, confirmed with an official notice from the Director of Communications with Safeway’s Mount West Division. He said he was on the phone or exchanging emails […]
Lamar City Council meeting of September 8 had short agenda but contained hot topics
Mayor Kirk Crespin opened the meeting of September 8 with statements about the previous weekend. On a positive note, the Tri-State 9-11 Foundation’s parade and ceremonies were very successful and Crespin wanted to give thanks to Doug Harbour and the group for the amazing job they’ve done over the years building the event up. […]
Lamar RE-2 School Board meeting of September 8, 2025
School Board Vice President Jake Chamberlain opened the meeting of September 8, 2025. President Lanie Meyers-Mireles and board member Travis Hall attended virtually. After the Pledge of Allegiance and approving the board minutes from the last meeting as well as the current evening’s agenda, Chamberlain read a note of thanks from Chloe Weber. Chloe was […]
Mike Duffy announces candidacy for Lamar City Council in Ward II
Mike Duffy, Candidate for Lamar City Council, Ward II Hello, my name is Mike Duffy, and I am proud to announce my candidacy for Lamar City Council Ward 2. For the last 45 years, I have been fortunate enough to call Lamar my home. My wife, Tammy and I have been married for 43 wonderful […]
Joe Bush Earns Kansas Real Estate License & Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Joe Bush, realtor with Cruikshank Realty Cruikshank Realty, Inc. in Lamar is proud to announce that veteran agent Joe Bush has recently passed the State of Kansas real estate licensing exam, officially earning his license through the Kansas Real Estate Commission. This accomplishment further strengthens Joe’s credentials and expands his capability to assist clients across […]
Timothy Ralph Hale – March 15, 1957 – September 4, 2025
A memorial celebration of life for longtime Wiley, Colorado resident, Timothy Ralph Hale, affectionately known to his family and friends as Tim, will be held at 1:00PM on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at the Main Street Park in Wiley, Colorado. There will be a potluck wake following the service. Per Tim’s request cremation will take […]
Hannah (Harbert) Milburn – September 28, 1980 – September 3, 2025
A celebration of life memorial service for current Colorado Springs resident, formerly of Lamar, CO, Hannah (Harbert) Milburn will be held at 10:00AM on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at the Lamar Christian Church with Ray Matteson and Ian Blacker co-officiating. Hannah was born on September 28, 1980 at Lamar, Colorado to Joe and Janet (Walton) […]
Colorado’s prisons are full – A 2018 law requires efforts to reduce their population. Low vacancy rates could trigger expedited parole hearings, halfway house placements
Criminal justice reform advocates are pressing Colorado corrections officials for more details on their efforts to reduce the state’s prison population after the requirements of a 2018 law were triggered for the first time. The vacancy rate in state prisons stood at 1.92% as of Aug. 16, marking the 30th consecutive day the department maintained a vacancy […]
National Corn Growers Association alarmed about economic crisis hitting rural areas
Last week, the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) continued to raise alarm about the economic crisis hitting rural America, as commodity prices drop at a time when input costs remain at near-record highs. As NCGA urges Congress and the administration to act to drive increased demand for corn, such as higher blends of ethanol and increased foreign market […]
Lamar Hospice’s Annual Backyard Bash to be held September 13, 2025
The Lamar Hospice’s popular annual fundraiser, the “Backyard Bash” will be held Saturday, September 13 at 6:00 p.m. at the Lamar Eagles Lodge located at 1406 S. Main Street in Lamar. The event will feature both silent and live auctions with music and dancing. The music will be provided by the Jeffery Alan Band. Food […]
Voters in Lamar will decide on City Council members in November election
To help voters in Lamar make informed choices in City Council election, biographies and photos of each candidate will be published in the order we receive them. This is your chance to make your voice heard about the leadership of our city. Please exercise your right to vote!
Shalah Mata on ballot as candidate for Lamar City Council Ward III
Shalah Mata, Candidate for Lamar City Council, Ward III I’m Shalah Lynn Mata, proud to serve as your Ward 3 representative on the Lamar City Council, and I’m running for re-election! In my time on city council, I’ve gained invaluable experience representing our community and serving as a liaison on several local boards. This role […]
Mark Headlee on ballot for Lamar City Council Ward III
Mark Headlee, Candidate for Ward III Lamar City Council This is my platform for the upcoming November 2025 election for the position of Councilman for Ward Three, Lamar City Council: I was born in Denver and have lived in Colorado my entire life, except for living in Guatemala City and Mexico City for a […]
