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Prowers County Market holds Grand Opening July 25, 2026
The ribbon cutting on July 25, 2026 marked the official Grand Opening of Lamar’s Prowers County Market. On the wall in the background is a photo of F.B. Becquet working in the original store. The long-awaited Grand Opening of the Prowers County Market was held Saturday, July 25, 2026. The store was abuzz with shoppers […]
Lamar City Council meeting of July 27, 2026
Lamar City Council met on July 27, 2026. Absent were Council members Brent Bates, Gerry Jenkins, and Joe Gonzales, although Gonzales joined the meeting virtually. After the invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, and roll call, the agenda was approved. During the “Public Comments” portion of the meeting, Landon Brown, owner of the Prowers County Market, introduced […]
Sagebrush Beauty Company holds grand opening in Lamar
Kierra Shelton, owner of Sagebrush Beauty Company, cuts the ribbon to kick off her grand opening A ribbon cutting and grand opening was held Friday, July 24, 2026 for the Sagebrush Beauty Company, located at 107 E. Olive Street in Lamar. Present at the ribbon cutting were Mayor Crespin, representatives from the Lamar Chamber of […]
Updated article about July 14, 2026 Lamar Utilities Board meeting
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article has been updated to include a discussion held at this meeting between the Lamar Utilities Board and Lamar Mayor Crespin and City Administrator Hammes, concerning decisions made at the July 13 City Council meeting. The Lamar Utilities Board met July 14, 2026 for a regular bi-monthly meeting All board members were […]
Lamar Police Department responds to “A report of a special birthday party having cake without them” – celebrates with local 6-year old boy
Birthday Boy Justin with Lamar Police Chief Kevin Ridder The Lamar Police Deparment shared this adorable story on their Facebook page: “Officers responded to Willow Creek Park on a report of a special birthday party having cake without them! Chief Ridder responded after learning the birthday boy had a really cool motorcycle! Justin, now age […]
Lamar Utilities Board Chairman Thrall’s email to Lamar City Council prior to City Council decision to reject offer concerning returning ARPA funds in exchange for water discharge permit
EDITOR’S NOTE: Lamar Utilities Board Chairman Doug Thrall shared with The Prowers Journal the email he sent to the Lamar City Council, Mayor Crespin and City Administrator Hammes prior to the City Council meeting of July 13. At that meeting City Council voted to reject the LUB’s resolution offer. Greetings to All: As Chairman […]
City of Lamar organizing community parade entry for Colorado State Fair
Calling all businesses, organizations, schools, clubs, nonprofits, churches, civic groups, and community partners! The City of Lamar is organizing a unified community entry for the 2026 Colorado State Fair Parade, and we invite you and your organization to be part of this exciting celebration. On at 10:00 am on Saturday, August 29, 2026, communities from across Colorado will gather […]
News release from Lamar PD on arrest of Lamar man for multiple charges including sexual assault on a child
On 07/14/2026 The Lamar Police Department submitted an arrest warrant for Jade Downey (37) of Lamar. The warrant was submitted after an extensive investigation, including forensic digital data analysis, into allegations in connection with the below posted charges. Enticement of a Child 18-3-305(1) F4 Sexual Assault on a Child 18-3-405(1) F4 Stalking 18-3-602(1)(c) F5 Internet […]
Frontier Bank serves as lead co-sponsor of Prowers County Sheriff’s Office Youth Academy
Sergeant Jaime Madrid, left, and Jake Chamberlain (Senior Vice-President of Frontier Bank) present Maricella Saenz with the $500 scholarship check for being selected as the Academy’s Top Cadet (photo credit: Frontier Bank) EDITOR’S NOTE: Our original publication incorrectly listed Sergeant Madrid as a Lamar Police Department officer. Sergeant Madrid is with the Prowers County Sheriff’s […]
Lamar Utilities Board meeting of July 14, 2026
The Lamar Utilities Board met July 14, 2026 for a regular bi-monthly meeting All board members were present. Minutes from the June 23, 2026 meeting were approved unanimously. Purchase Orders 2025-05686 through 2025-06073 totaling $650648,552.52 were approved. Of this amount, $628,920.92 needed board approval. The June estimated power purchase from ARPA amounted to $625,200.98 of […]
Lamar City Council makes decision about Lamar Utilities Board proposal regarding transfer of waste water discharge permit necessary to move forward with new treatment plant, hires outside counsel to look into sale of Lamar Light and Power to Southeast Colorado Power
Prior to the regular Lamar City Council meeting of July 13, 2026, the Lamar Redevelopment Authority met to vote on approval for a façade grant reimbursement for Apex Performance, LLC for renovations made to its new location at 420 N. Main Street. Renovations have been completed per the agreement. The agreement was for 20% of […]
Lamar Hosts Paint Drop-off and Giveaway Event for Community on July 25
Photo credit: PaintCare Drop Off Leftover Paint for Recycling or Pick Up Free Paint at Big R of Lamar Lamar is hosting a free, convenient, one-day paint drop-off and giveaway event through PaintCare on Saturday, July 25 at Big R of Lamar. Households and businesses in the area can easily drop off unused paint for recycling or […]
Lamar celebrates historic Fourth of July with wet/dry parade, community free BBQ and fireworks show
Aerial views of parade crowd – photos by Shane Dashner To say Lamar’s first wet/dry parade was a success is an enormous understatement. The parade, held on Saturday the Fourth of July, drew a large crowd of children and adults, many of whom were dressed in red, white, and blue. Throngs of people lined the […]
Lamar’s annual “Community Social” to be held July 10
The Annual Community Social event sponsored by the City of Lamar, Prowers Medical Center, and High Plains Community Health Center will be held on Friday, July 10, 2026 at the Willow Creek Pavilion next to the swimming pool. The event is free for everyone. An afternoon swim will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 […]
City of Lamar Announces Wildfire Relief Donation Effort in Partnership with United Way of Southern Colorado
LAMAR, Colo. — As wildfires continue to impact communities across Southern Colorado and throughout the state, the City of Lamar is encouraging residents, businesses, and community partners to support relief efforts for families affected by these devastating fires. The City of Lamar has partnered with the United Way of Southern Colorado to launch a dedicated […]
