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CSU Water Group Gains Info from Stakeholder Meeting
In late July, a group of Colorado State University (CSU) faculty and staff met with the Arkansas River Management Action Committee (ARMAC) in Rocky Ford to discuss how water quantity and quality, along with agricultural productivity, may be improved through better management. The meeting was well attended by a variety of water stakeholders and ARMAC […]
Foundation for Colorado Community Colleges Announces “Last Mile Scholarships”
The Foundation for Colorado Community Colleges has announced a new and innovative “Last Mile Scholarship” program. Last Mile Scholarships are intended for students who are close to completing an Associate Degree but need financial assistance to overcome a financial obstacle or hardship to graduate. The scholarships are available to students at any of the Colorado […]
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 […]
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 […]
More Access to Primary Balloting to be Determined in November Election
Measures to Restore Presidential Primary and Change Primary Elections Make November Ballot DENVER, Aug. 24, 2016 — Colorado Secretary of State Wayne Williams announced today that two separate ballot measures, one restoring a presidential primary and the other making it easier for unaffiliated voters to participate in primary elections, will be on the November […]
Lopes Volleyball Opens Season at Home
LCC plays doubleheaders Friday, Saturday The Lamar Community College volleyball team will enjoy the comforts of home when the 2016 season begins with the Little Caesar’s Classic this weekend. Eight teams, including the Runnin’ Lopes, will compete during the NJCAA’s opening weekend in the LCC Wellness CenterFriday and Saturday. All teams are scheduled for four […]
Labor Day DUI Enforcement Begins Today
STATEWIDE — The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and local law agencies are joining forces under The Heat Is On campaign to crack down on impaired drivers for the annual Labor Day DUI crackdown. 82 law enforcement agencies from across the state are participating in the effort. The enforcement period begins […]
Lopes Volleyball Announces Recruiting Class – Part 3 of 3
LCC family extends from Arizona to Indiana Lopes Volleyball is proud to bring players from four other states and Brazil together to share in the opportunities found at Lamar Community College. The final installment of our recruiting class includes players from the Lamar Community College service area, northern Colorado, northern Arizona and eastern Indiana. Kit […]
Lopes Volleyball Announces Recruiting Class – Part 2 of 3
Lamar product, international transfer bring experience While the Lamar Community College Runnin’ Lopes volleyball team has only seven returning players, it will boast a total of eight sophomores during the 2016 season. A group of mature and unified freshmen will add to the team’s strong leadership. Lamar High School graduate Hannah Coin, a 5-foot, 10-inch […]
Lodging Panel Okays Funds for Farm-City Banquet
The Lamar Chamber of Commerce received $4,000 from the Prowers Lodging Panel for marketing funds for the upcoming Farm City Banquet set for November 12th of this year. The Chamber had requested $5,000 to promote the annual event which features a dinner prepared and served by area FFA clubs as well as entertainment, provided this […]
Lopes Volleyball Announces Recruiting Class – Part 1 of 3
The Lamar Community College Runnin’ Lopes volleyball team returns seven sophomores to a team that will have to rely heavily on newcomers when it opens the season at the Little Caesar Classic on Aug. 26 at the LCC Wellness Center. “The season has come fast, but I think we’re on track,” first-year head coach Dante […]
The News is Illuminating
Representatives from the Community State Bank in Lamar and City of Lamar Parks and Recreation Department, took a few moments from their busy day to formally dedicate the new information sign adjacent to the Lamar Community Building. The sign, donated by Community State Bank, has been in operation for the past week and more local […]
LCC Eyes Upcoming Fall Semester
(Lamar, Colorado; August 8, 2016) Summer is slowing down and coming to a close, which means that in just a few short weeks Lamar Community College will begin its fall semester. Registration is well underway and most courses will begin the week of August 22. Current LCC students should set up a meeting with […]
HPCHC Launches National Health Center Week 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Laurie Larrick, Vice President of HR and Compliance National Campaign Celebrates Health Centers as Bipartisan Solutions in Healthcare A multitude of events around the country are planned as part of National Health Center Week (NHCW). The national campaign runs August 7-13th with the goal of raising awareness about the mission and accomplishments […]
