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Colorado Wildlife Habitat Protection Program Requests 2016 Proposals
DENVER – Colorado Parks and Wildlife is pleased to request proposals for the 2016 Colorado Wildlife Habitat Protection Program (CWHPP). Application materials are available today and may be submitted through May 31 at 5 p.m. CWHPP is a state-wide program which supports CPW’s mission by offering funding opportunities to private landowners who wish to voluntarily protect important wildlife […]
Lamar Will Have More Trees to Enjoy
Arbor Day enjoys a long history, dating back to Nebraska in April of 1872 when the first state Arbor Day was observed. The event was organized by J. Sterling Morton, a prominent newspaper editor and chairman of the State Board of Agriculture. Through his editorials and agricultural information, the need for trees as windbreaks and […]
The Proper Time to Throw it Away!!
City of Lamar work crews and volunteers had just enough dry sky this past Saturday, April 30th, to pick up all the trash set out on the curbs for collection during the Spring Clean-up project. Southeast Colorado was treated to another long, soaking rain on Friday…even some big, wet snowflakes for a while, but skies […]
Baca County Chosen as CPW Partners in the Outdoors Collaborator of the Year
KEYSTONE, Colo. – When it comes to community interest projects, the people of Baca County don’t let a little thing like lack of funding get in their way, and their determination earned them the 2016 Colorado Parks and Wildlife Partners in the Outdoors Collaborator of the Year award. “Without a doubt, Baca County has no […]
New Signs In and Around Lamar Community Building
A new sign to announce community events is planned for the northeastern entrance to the Community Building. The electric sign will face north and south just off the main parking lot and is being donated by Community State Bank. The structure will be at least thirteen feet tall and almost 14 feet wide. The electric […]
Public Hearings Set for Beer Garden and Country Jam
The Lamar City Council set May 23rd for two public hearings during their meeting, Monday, April 25th. One pertains to a request from the Buzzard’s Roost for a temporary modification of premise application for their annual Country Jam, scheduled for June 11th-12th and the Road Jam September 17th and 18th. The same date was […]
Horses, Kids, Dogs and Cats at Tractor Supply
Tractor Supply in Lamar, along with Second Chance Animal Rescue, Project HOPE and Blue Rose Ranch in Baca County, combined their efforts this past Sunday afternoon, April 24th, to introduce area youngsters and families to a day of entertainment and learning. From 2pm to 4pm, representatives were on hand at the Tractor Supply parking […]
Colorado Field Ornithologists Holding 54th Annual Convention May 5-9 In Lamar
Colorado Field Ornithologists, a statewide birding organization, will meet for its 54th annual convention May 5–9, 2016 at the Rodeway Inn–Cow Palace Inn in Lamar. More than 225 birders, a new CFO record, have registered for the convention. Most conventioneers are from Colorado, but visitors from other states will be in attendance too. CFO is proud to […]
Plan in Action for LCC’s 77th Commencement
(Lamar, Colorado; April 22, 2016) Lamar Community College will host its 77th Annual Commencement on Saturday, May 7, 2016, at the LCC Wellness Center. Over 230 degree or certificate-seeking students are eligible to walk in this year’s commencement ceremony, including fall 2015 graduates as well as spring and summer 2016 candidates for graduation. The ceremony […]
Semi-Finalists for Lamar Community College President Named
Denver – The national search for a president for Lamar Community College began in March 2016. A search committee comprised of college, community and system representatives has been working to screen and conduct preliminary interviews of applicants in order to identify those most suited to be considered for the role of president. Current President John […]
Prowers Medical Center Closing Parking Lot for Construction Activity
The facility expansion project continues at Prowers Medical Center. On Friday, April 29th, Parking Lot A – located on the south side of the hospital’s main entrance – will be closed due to the assembly of a large crane. The crane will be operating to lift and place a large air handling unit (AHU) on […]
Sand and Sage Beer Garden Halfway Home
There should be another beer garden for this year’s Sand and Sage Fair. Fair board members met with the Prowers County Commissioners on April 18th to request permission for an expanded beer garden during the August event. The process was a lot easier this year than the initial request which met with some resistance. The […]
SE Colorado Well-Represented in State Science Fair
(Lamar, Colorado; April 20, 2016) The Colorado Science and Engineering Fair (CSEF) was held April 7-9, 2016. 25 area students represented the Southeast Regional Science Fair at CSEF, with students from grades 6-12 displaying 24 projects. These students competed for cash awards, scholarships, and recognition among the top budding scientists in the country. CSEF Grand […]
Lamar Police Department – National Prescription Drug & Sharps Take Back Day
The Lamar Police Department will be participating in the National Drug Take-Back Initiative in cooperation with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. The program is designed for people with unwanted and unused prescription drugs to safely dispose of those medications. One goal of the program is to ensure prescription medications are not used in an improper […]
Official and New Parade Route for Lamar Days
To the Businesses and Community of Lamar, Editor’s Note: This is the route agreed upon for the Lamar Chamber of Commerce following an earlier meeting with the Lamar Police Department. After much thought and consideration, The Lamar Chamber of Commerce has decided to take our Lamar Days Parade down a different route this year. […]
