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LPD Explorer Post is Ready to Go
The Lamar Police Department is pleased to announce the establishment of the Explorer Post Program. Registration is Tuesday, September 13, 2015 at 6:00pm at the Lamar Municipal Complex at 102 E. Parmenter, 2nd floor court room. This program is designed to give hands on training, practical experiences, information, and awareness of the criminal justice system […]
9/11 Tribute Set for Saturday, September 10th
What began as a fairly small gathering on the north side of the Prowers County Courthouse in 2012 has grown; in size, popularity and attendance. The Tri-State 9/11 Tribute, honoring all first responders and Armed Forces, past and present, is being tweaked for last minute preparations for the Saturday event which begins with a 10am […]
Summer’s End Means a Fall Festival
The Lamar Chamber of Commerce is hosting the annual Fall Festival on Friday, September 9th between 2pm and 7pm, featuring food and fun plus sidewalk sales and specials. Early bird savings specials will be offered by participating merchants from 2pm to 4pm. Shoppers can take advantage of the bargains downtown and sample wares from food […]
Karen Gillespie, Grand Prize Reading Winner
The Lamar Public Library would like to congratulate the Grand Prize winner of the adult summer reading program, Karen Gillespie! Mrs. Gillespie received an Amazon Kindle Fire donated by the Community State Bank! The Adult Summer Reading Program, “EXERCISE YOUR MIND. READ” ran from May 23 – August 25th! In order to be eligible for […]
PCDI Prepares for Final Meeting with Advisory Group
Prowers County Development Incorporated board members held a brief monthly meeting in open session as they reviewed the agenda for their September 15th briefing with Progressive Urban Management Associates. This meeting will finalize the eight month contract with the advisory group which developed a 72 page economic assessment and an outline of recommendations for potential […]
Hospice Committee Hosts Backyard Bash Fundraiser
The beat of country-western music combined with the aroma of grilled steaks and the auctioneer’s chant filled the air around the Lamar Eagles Aerie this past Saturday evening, August 27. The occasion was the annual fundraising event to benefit the Lamar Area Hospice. The tally from the fundraising activities is still being registered, but all […]
New LCC Dorm Nearing Completion, Almost at Full Capacity
Dr. Linda Lujan, LCC President, had her first meeting with the Prowers County Commissioners, Monday, August 29th. Periodic meetings with the college president have been on-going for the past several years as a means of maintaining communication between the college and the county in an informal setting. Dr. Lujan said the new dorm is almost […]
Harbert Selected as New Prowers County Veteran’s Service Officer
Gary Harbert, former U.S. Army veteran, has been selected as the new Veteran’s Service Officer for Prowers County. Tammie Clark, Director for Public Health and Environment, made the announcement to the Prowers County Commissioners during their August 29th meeting. Clark said Monday was also the first day on the job for Harbert. His position includes […]
Feathers Impresses State Fair Audience
Feathers, the Lamar Chamber of Commerce Honker’s mascot and the largest goose decoy in the world, received a third place plaque under ‘Community Entries’ in the August 27th State Fair Parade in Pueblo. Feathers was decorated in flowing garland and colored ribbons to match this year’s parade theme, “Festival of Colors”. Terri Kallish, Events Coordinator […]
Local Police Commended for Good Deeds
Lamar Police Department Chief, Kyle Miller, highlighted the actions of two police officers at the Lamar City Council meeting on Monday, August 22nd. City Administrator, John Sutherland, earlier in the meeting had stated that these actions stem in part from a new direction for city employees to take, but was mostly due to the professional […]
Johnny Gaucin, New Technology Coordinator for Lamar Public Library!
Johnny Gaucin is organizing one-on-one tutoring sessions and monthly computer classes for all library patrons, as well as spearheading the Library’s Spanish language programs. Johnny will also oversee the marketing and marketing strategies for the Library. He received his A.S. from Mt. San Jacinto College after serving in the United States Marine Corps as an […]
PMC Sets September 22 for Community Open House
Prowers Medical Center has set September 22nd for its community open house which will showcase the hospital’s renovation project which began in April of last year. CEO Craig Loveless announced the date during the hospital board’s monthly meeting August 24th. “We’ll provide a full tour from 4pm to 6pm on that Thursday and we invite […]
Lamar Partnership Inc Plans for September Certification Meeting
The Lamar Partnership Incorporated board discussed the historically oriented Certified Local Government Workshop which will be held in the Shore Arts Center in Lamar on September 27th and 28th. The workshops are free and open to the public and detail the value of historic preservation sites in communities throughout the country and the best means […]
PMC Observes Achievement Awards at Brew Unto Others Aug 25
QHR CLIENT HOSPITAL EXECUTIVES HONORED FOR ACHIEVEMENT (Lamar, CO) August 23, 2016 – Quorum Health Resources (Quorum) recently held their Annual Leadership Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. As a part of this annual event, there is an awards ceremony recognizing top performing hospitals nationwide. During the ceremony, Quorum announced the winners of the National 2016 Excellence […]
LUB Considers Finances, New Members and Donations
Lamar Utility Board members discussed aspects of Light Plant finance during their meeting on Tuesday, August 23rd. The slim agenda covered the July financial report as well as the System Operating report, a brief overview of the pending 2017 budget and the three applications received for board membership, to replace former member Rick Beard. Light Plant […]
