Author Archive for Barbara Crimond
Annual Lamar Parade of Lights and Second Annual Chamber “Cocoa Crawl” an early start to holiday season
The Lamar Public Library staff before the Parade of Lights – First Place entry Downtown Lamar was the scene of some early holiday magic on Saturday, November 30. The Chamber held its Second Annual “Cocoa Crawl” where participants receive discounts from merchants when they visit with an official Chamber mug of cocoa. Businesses hosted photo […]
Colorado State Patrol’s “Pack the Patrol Car” toy drive dates
2024 Colorado State Patrol- Christmas Cruiser Challenge: Pack The Patrol Car The Christmas season is right around the corner, and the Colorado State Patrol will soon be holding their annual toy drive. This year will mark our 12th annual Christmas Cruiser Challenge: Pack the Patrol Car toy drive. The Colorado State Patrol will be holding […]
Lamar Lions Club Foundation seeking donations for flag project
The large American flag mural recently painted on the building north of Lamar’s Frontier Bank will soon be joined by yet another large American flag in Lamar, thanks to a project spearheaded by the Lamar Lions Club. Planned to be located at the Colorado Welcome Center, 109 E. Beech Street (the historic Amtrak station), the […]
Lamar Utilities Board meeting of November 26, 2024
Board Chairman Doug Thrall was absent for the meeting of November 26, so Agenda item #1 (reorganization of board to elect Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Superintendent and Attorney) was tabled for the second time, as all board members need to be present for the vote. Minutes from the November 12 meeting were approved unanimously. Purchase orders totaling […]
Carl Eugene “Gene” Cook – September 1, 1948 – November 22, 2024
A Memorial Service for Gene Cook will be held on Monday, December 9, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at Valley Memorial Funeral Chapel in Lamar. Inurnment will follow in the Wiley Cemetery. Per Gene’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. Carl Eugene “Gene” Cook was born on September 1, 1948 […]
Prowers County Board of Commissioners meeting of November 26, 2024
At the morning work session, the commissioners heard the bi-monthly reports from Meagan Hillman with the Board of Health, Judy Wittman, County Treasurer and Paula Gonzales with Budget and Finance. Vicki Ariatti had requested an audience with the commissioners to present her idea of what she called “an old grit resort”, a late 1800’s-style cowboy […]
57th Annual Two Shot Goose Hunt to be held in Lamar December 11-13, 2024
Goose Gossage, MLB Hall of Famer and crowd favorite, will be in attendance for this year’s hunt after a several-year absence. Other celebrities scheduled to attend include retired NFL players Ralph Tamm and Joel Dreessen and retired MLB pitcher Tim Lollar. A total of 12 teams, each comprised of 6 members, have registered this year, […]
Patricia Oliver – March 29, 1937 – November 5, 2024
Joe and La.Verne Oliver welcomed their daughter Patricia in the small mountain town of Del Norte, Colorado on March 29, 1937. Patricia passed on November 5, 2024, lovingly embraced by her family near and far. She was laid to rest in the beautiful New England woods near her new home in Greenfield, MA. Please take […]
Michael Rohlman – April 24, 1952 – July 13, 2024
A memorial service for lifelong Lamar resident, Michael Rohlman, will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at the Peacock Family Chapel. The service will be followed by inurnment of ashes at Fairmount Cemetery and a celebration of life luncheon at a location to be announced. Michael “Mike” Rohlman, 72, was born […]
Timothy James Boxley – February 25, 1969 – September 16, 2024
Timothy James Boxley 55, of Loveland, CO. passed away suddenly in Parker, CO. on September 16, 2024. He was born on February 25, 1969, in Lamar, CO. to James and Cynthia (Wilson) Boxley. Tim lived briefly in Springfield, CO. then in Lamar, CO. His parents divorced when he was 8. His mom married Pascual Vargas, […]
City Council meeting November 25, 2024
Prior to the regular city council meeting of November 25, 2024, a short work session was held. The first issue discussed was the request by the Variance Board for Council to absolve the Variance/Code board. Two members of the board currently sit on other boards (the Adjustments and Appeals Board and the Planning and Zoning […]
Rupp’s Truck and Trailer Repair makes generous donation to Hope Center
Rupp’s Truck and Trailer Repair in Lamar has been an integral part of our community. Through their consistent generosity and commitment to service, they have been a driving force behind several local organizations that are making a meaningful impact, especially for those in need and for our youth. Through their sponsorships and hands-on involvement, they […]
