All Entries in the "Events" Category
Lamar Historic Preservation Advisory board meeting October 15, 2024
Public Service Announcement There will be a Lamar Historic Preservation Advisory Board meeting On Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00 AM Located in the 2nd floor Conference room At the City Complex
History is made as first game at new Thunder Stadium is played September 13, 2024
The inaugural football game played in the much-anticipated new Thunder Stadium was Friday, September 13, 2024. The Thunder didn’t disappoint and went on to defeat the Bennett Tigers 43-16 in a hard-fought game. Anxious fans streamed through the gates, excited not only about seeing the first home game of the season, but eager to finally […]
Lamar Area Hospice’s Annual Fundraiser in its 27th year
It’s time for the annual “Backyard Bash” event (Saturday, September 14), which promises to be bigger and better than ever. Now in it’s 27th year, the event is the single largest fundraiser for Lamar Area Hospice. The event has been chaired by Rose Ann Adame-Yates since its inception. I spoke with Deb Pelley, Director of […]
Holly Saddle Club hosting Outlaws Playday Gymkhana Sept. 14
The Holly Saddle Club is hosting the Outlaws Playday Gymkhana Saturday, September 14 at 4pm at the Holly Arena. Included are Barrel racing, Pole Bending, Flag Race and goat tying. Ages 7 and under leadline, 7 and under ride by themselves, 8 – 13, 14 – 18. $15 total entry fee which goes to end of […]
Bent’s Fort Chapter to host event at Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site Visitor and Education Center August 9th, 2024
The Bent’s Fort Chapter will meet at the Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site Visitor and Education Center at 1301 Maine Street in Eads, Colorado. On Friday, August 9, the Bent’s Fort Chapter will be visiting a new exhibit at the Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site’s recently renovated Visitor and Education Center at […]
Come show off your dogs at the “Fanci Anne Strut” dog party Saturday, August 17
Get your furry best friend cleaned up and in its cutest outfit, because the “Fanci Anne Strut” is where you’re going to want be on Saturday, August 17! The “Fun-Raiser” dog party was the brainchild of Judy Turpin, Desiree Ellis and Karen Voepel. It is free to all and promises to be a […]
Granada Police Department hosting National Night Out event August 6, 2024
The Granada Town Park will be the site of this year’s National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 6 starting at 6 pm. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign designed to promote police/community partnerships and help build neighborhood camaraderie. There will be a free dinner and free drawings for prizes, as well […]
Prowers County Historical Society presenting “Night at the Museum” Thursday, July 18 at 5:30 pm
Prowers County Historical Society is presenting “Big Timbers – Night at the Museum” on Thursday, July 18 starting at 5:30 pm. The event is being held as a retirement party for County Commissioner Wendy Buxton-Andrade and Big Timbers Curator Kathleen Scranton who are both retiring after 12 years and 17 years, respectively. There will be […]
Kathleen Scranton retiring as Big Timbers Museum Curator after 17 years – being honored at “A Night at the Museum” July 18
Curator Kathleen Scranton posing with some of her favorite artifacts at Big Timbers Museum Kathleen Scranton has submitted notice to the county that she will be retiring from her position as Curator for Big Timbers Museum. She has been working for Prowers County in this capacity for 17 years. She was gracious enough to […]
Prowers County Commissioner Wendy Buxton-Andrade retiring August 1, 2024 – being honored by county at “Night at the Museum” July 18
Wendy Buxton-Andrade, Prowers County Commissioner Wendy Buxton-Andrade will be stepping down from her role as a Prowers County Commissioner effective August 1, 2024. She is leaving behind a legacy of programs and projects that have benefited Prowers County in countless ways, several of which have providing many much-needed jobs in the area. She […]
