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Lamar Chamber Polar Express will be Ready to Roll!!
The Theme for the 2022 Parade of Lights is “Polar Express” and the traditional Parade will be Friday December 2nd at 6pm. All float and parade entries will assemble at the Lamar Swimming Pool parking lot as in year’s past, generally by 5pm for judging. The route this year will travel from the parking […]
Zonta Club of Prowers County Observes Annual Awareness Campaign
The Zonta Club of Prowers County recently introduced a proclamation to the Lamar City Council, declaring the 16 days between International Day to Eliminate Violence Against Women on November 25 and International Human Rights Day on December 10 as the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. The Proclamation reads in part, ‘During […]
Dr. Rosana Reyes named President of Lamar Community College
November 17, 2022 (Denver) — Today, the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) Chancellor Joe Garcia announced Dr. Rosana Reyes as the next president of Lamar Community College (LCC). Dr. Reyes, a transformative leader, educator, and administrator with more than 20 years of experience in building equitable pathways to and through higher education will assume the LCC […]
Veterans Day Observances
Despite the brisk temperatures this past Friday, November 11, dozens of area residents showed their gratitude and respect for local veterans, attending the 11am ceremonies at the 9/11 Tri-State Memorial at Big Timbers Museum in Lamar and at the Lamar Eagles Lodge. Ty Harmon officiated at the master of ceremonies at the Memorial site […]
A New Set of Unofficial Results Posted for the 2022 General Election.
A new set of unofficial results have been posted for the 2022 General Election. https://results.enr.clarityelections.com/CO/Prowers/115954/www.prowerscounty.net There is an 8-day window for ballots to be received from UOCAVA voters (military and overseas). Any voter who needs to resolve a discrepancy can do so as well. After a bipartisan canvass board validates the results, then we will […]
Tri-State 9/11 Veterans Day Program
The Tri-State 9/11 Veterans Day Program will be held on Friday, November 11, 2022 at 11am at the 9/11 Memorial off Highway 50 at the Big Timbers Museum. Ty Harmon will be the master of ceremonies with Pastor Manuel Tamez leading the gathering in prayer. The local members of the Boy Scouts of America Honor […]
Press Release from Granada Police Department
Stolen Bronco Memorabilia from Cemetery The following items were stolen from a grave at the Granada, Colorado Hillside Cemetery sometime between Tuesday, October 25th and Friday, October 28th, 2022: One (1) Denver Broncos Helmet with a name and initials of the deceased inscribed on it, One (1) Denver Bronco Flag and pole it has […]
Harmon Receives Service to Ag Award
Prowers County Farm Bureau Ty Harmon, veteran broadcaster from Granada, received Prowers County Farm Bureaus first annual Service to Ag Award at the county Farm Bureau’s 2022 annual meeting Wednesday evening in Lamar. Harmon, who began his broadcasting career at KLMR radio station, conveyed some of his observations and experiences to the meetings attendees. […]
Western Healthcare® Named Hospitalist Physician Staffing Partner for Prowers Medical Center
(DALLAS, TX) –Western Healthcare®, a leading national provider of physician staffing services, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Prowers Medical Center in Lamar, Colorado. Effective November 1, 2022, Western Healthcare will be staffing the Medical/Surgical unit with healthcare providers, allowing for 24/7 acute in-patient hospital care to Lamar and surrounding communities. “Our […]
Moonlight Madness “Witching Hour” Brought Crowds Downtown
Thursday, October 27th, was as good as you could expect for an autumn evening with mild temperatures and the sliver of a fall moon in the sky. A good night for the area goblins and haunts to be out and about and for a gathering of witches for a holiday dance. The annual […]
A New Year for Wreaths Across America-Stockings for Soldiers
It is that time of year to kick start Peacock Funeral Home’s annual Wreaths Across America and Stockings for Soldiers. The Wreaths Across America ceremony will be held Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 10am at the Fairmount Cemetery in the Veteran’s Section. From now until November 21, 2022 you may stop by the office at […]
Statement from Secretary of State Griswold Regarding Voting Rights Concerns
Denver, Colo. – Today, Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold issued the following statement on voter intimidation concerns: “Every eligible Colorado voter, Republican, Democrat, and Unaffiliated, has the right to cast their ballot without fear of intimidation. The Colorado Constitution reads: ‘all Elections shall be free and open; and no power, civil or military, shall at […]
High Plains CHC Plans Special Event for Moonlight Madness
The High Plains Community Health Center has planned a Halloween walk through downtown Lamar for Moonlight Madness on Thursday, October 27th. The walk, according to High Plains Chief Executive Officer, Gene Sobczak, will begin from the Enchanted Forest at 5:30pm and from there, head south while sticking to the sidewalks. “A member of […]
55 Years for Two-Shot Goose Hunt
As each November gives way to December right around the dark of the moon, thousands of Snow and Canadian geese migrate to southeast Colorado to stop over and feed and for the past 55 years, numerous hunters have come to Lamar for the annual goose hunt. Rose Ann Yates, one of the principals in […]
LATEST ELECTION NEWS:
When will ballots be mailed? Ballots will be mailed to Active Eligible Electors during the week of October 17-21, 2022 (18-22 days prior to Election Day). When can I return my ballot? You may return your ballot as soon as possible. Please don’t wait until election day to return it. The sooner we can […]
