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Hickenlooper Declares November, “Hire a Veteran First” Month
DENVER – Governor Hickenlooper has declared November “Hire A Veteran First” Month. With Veterans Day falling every year on November 11, the month has long been a time to honor our veterans and ensure they are returning home to opportunity. The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) and its network of veteran employment specialists in […]
Delta Kappa Gamma Donates Books to Public County Health
Recently the women of Delta Kappa Gamma graciously donated a check for $200 to Prowers County Public Health, in support of their reading program, to purchase new books for the many children they see during WIC and Immunization appointments. Prowers County Public Health’s book program was established years ago as a way to […]
LCC’s Phi Theta Kappa Welcomes 14 New Members
(Lamar, Colorado; November 3, 2017) Lamar Community College’s Beta Eta Gamma chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society welcomed 14 new members in an induction ceremony on November 2, 2017. The new inductees included Chet Adams (Hoehne), Harley Anstead (Ignacio), Michelle Batista-Majalca (Johnstown), Jenaye de Seve (Canyon Country, CA), Dillon Fisher (Springfield), Tyler Geddes […]
LPD and District Attorney Vogel Discuss Law Enforcement at Council Work Session
Lamar Police Chief, Kyle Miller and District Attorney, Josh Vogel, discussed their working relationship and the latest crime statistics for the Lamar City Council during a November 6th work session. The council also discussed a proposal for an expanded Lamar Animal Shelter. Chief Miller provided crime related statistics for the 3rd quarter of the year, […]
Charles Goodnight, His Life and Legacy
The Bent’s Fort Chapter of the Santa Fe Trail Association will feature a presentation on Charles Goodnight, his life and legacy, on Saturday, November 11. The meeting will be held at the J. W. Rawlings Heritage Center located at 560 Bent Avenue, Las Animas, CO. Prior to the presentation members will hold […]
CCAC, CCGA seeking applications for Farm Stewardship Award
Many Colorado farmers are implementing some of the latest-and-greatest production methods, aimed at improving efficiency on their farms, protecting our natural resources, and enhancing air and water quality. And the Colorado Corn Administrative Committee (CCAC) and Colorado Corn Growers Association (CCGA) want to honor producers taking these efforts to new heights. The two organizations […]
Lamar Community College Hosts Open House November 16
(Lamar, Colorado; November 6, 2017) Lamar Community College will be hosting an Open House on November 16, 2017, from 5:30 to 7:30pm in the Betz Technology Center. “We are excited to be adding a fall Open House to our schedule this year,” said Tori Hawks, Coordinator of Recruiting at LCC. “At the Open House, […]
College Goal Sunday set for November 12
(Lamar, Colorado; October 25, 2017) Each year, Lamar Community College serves as a host site for College Goal Sunday, which is set for November 12, 2017, from 1:00-3:00pm in the LCC Betz Technology Center, Room 103. College Goal Sunday is a statewide initiative to assist potential students in filling out the Free Application for […]
CDOT Urging Drivers to Prepare for winter
DENVER – The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is gearing up to battle adverse conditions this winter and encouraging drivers to do the same. “Just as we get ready for the winter months ahead, we’re recommending that drivers do the same, such as ensuring their vehicle is properly winterized, including making sure that they […]
LCC Seeks Nominations for New President’s Community Circle
(Lamar, Colorado; November 23, 2017) Dr. Linda Lujan, president of Lamar Community College, is requesting nominations for individuals to serve on the newly-formed President’s Community Circle of LCC. “Here at LCC, we are dedicated to meeting the needs of our service area,” Dr. Lujan said. “For this, we need the expertise of […]
BBB Group Donates to Lamar Area Hospice
The annual Beer & Brats for Boobies fundraising event held on September 23rd in Lamar, raised $21,000 which was presented to Deb Pelley, Executive Director of the Lamar Area Hospice this past Tuesday, October 31st. This marks the 6th BBB event which highlights the impact breast cancer has on area residents and their […]
Registration opens soon for spring courses at LCC
(Lamar, Colorado; October 23, 2017) The fall semester is moving quickly at Lamar Community College and spring is right around the corner! Registration for the upcoming semester will open on November 1 and a preview of the available courses is now available. LCC has added several new courses for the spring semester, including a […]
A Happy Halloween at Alta Vista Charter School
Alta Vista Charter School students were happy to have some Halloween homework recently. The task was to create a pumpkin design based on a favorite character from various kid’s books and novels. Pumpkin ‘selfies’ were also allowed and 44 students put their creative energies to work. “We wish we had the room to display […]
Council Takes Steps to Help Eradicate Blight Downtown
The Lamar Redevelopment Authority is working to alleviate blight, generally known as Brownfield, in commercial areas of the city. The Authority approved an application for an EPA Brownfield assessment grant which will review environmental conditions of public or private properties. The funds will be used to hire Ayres Associates which will conduct the study […]
LCC Hosting Three Halloween Events
(Lamar, Colorado; October 23, 2017) Three Halloween events are coming to Lamar Community College on October 30 and 31: Princess Day at the Cosmetology Salon, Treat Street, and the LCC Cosmetology’s Halloween Party. Princess Day will be held in conjunction with Treat Street again this year and is set for Monday, October 30, from […]
