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Bodies of boater, dog recovered from Lake Pueblo after boat capsizes – one boater survived and swam to shore
Capsized fishing boat and debris field as seen from a CPW patrol boat March 13, 2026 Update: Body of second boater recovered at Lake Pueblo PUEBLO, Colo – At approximately 9:23 p.m., the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Maritime Emergency Response Team located and recovered the body of the second boater. Officers returned to the south boat ramp […]
One Deceased, One Seriously Injured in Suspected Domestic Violence Related Incident in Rocky Ford
March 13, 2026 – CBI – Rocky Ford, CO – The Colorado Bureau of Investigation is assisting the Rocky Ford Police Department with a death investigation. At 2:44 A. M. Rocky Ford Police were dispatched to a residence in the 500 block of North 5th Street on a report of a shooting. Responding officers located a 46-year old […]
Colorado Department of Agriculture warns about unsolicited seed packages arriving through mail – Do not plant!
Don’t Plant Danger: State and Federal Agencies Urge Caution on Strange Packages Following continued reports of unsolicited seed packages arriving through the mail, the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA), in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) is urgently reminding Colorado residents […]
Lamar Rotary Club holds evening of thanks for supporters and volunteers
The Lamar Rotary Club had a fun evening recently, thanking those who help make their annual dictionary project and Kids’ Christmas a success every year. This evening event was held to let local businesses and organizations know how much they are appreciated. Per Rotarian Judy Turpin: “In the photo you will Rotarians as well […]
Commemorative rifle being auctioned at Tri-State 9-11 event March 14
Lamar Outdoor Sports is donating a Rossi 22-caliber action commemorative rifle to be auctioned at the Tri-State 9-11 banquet and fundraiser event March 14th, 2026 at Tavern 1301.
Prowers County Commissioners speak with County Coroner during morning work session of March 10, 2026
The Prowers County Commissioners held a discussion with County Coroner Tommy Dunagan at their morning work session concerning his 2025 budget. They asked him to attend the meeting to discuss the $12, 245.50 his office was over budget for 2025. His office’s budget had been increased from prior years per the Commissioners, but he said […]
Lamar RE-2 meeting of March 9, 2026
The Lamar RE-2 School District board met for a regular monthly meeting on March 9,m 2026. All board members were present, with Jake Chamberlain and Robbie Adamson attending virtually. Both student board members were present as well. The board discussed an item brought up at the last meeting, concerning investing money in local banks by […]
Lamar City Council meeting of March 9, 2026
The Lamar City Council meeting of March 9, 2026 was held with all council members in attendance. Mayor Kirk Crespin welcomed the audience to the meeting and spoke about some reminders now that the weather is warming up and daylight savings time has begun. First, he wanted to remind residents of the changes made last […]
In a tiny Colorado town, infighting dissolved the government. Now the water’s running out.
By Seth Klamann | sklamann@denverpost.com | The Denver Post and Sam Tabachnik | stabachnik@denverpost.com | The Denver Post PUBLISHED: March 8, 2026 at 6:00 AM MST HARTMAN — Tammy Lucero and Velma Casanova Cooper were leaving a Board of Trustees meeting at the old schoolhouse on Jan. 13 when they ran into familiar trouble. For years, tensions had been building in this tiny southeast […]
CPW continues public engagement efforts concerning new Firearms Safety Program
DENVER — Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is continuing its statewide public engagement efforts to inform Coloradans about the new Firearms Safety Program with its next meeting scheduled for March 10 at Pueblo Community College. Signed into law on April 10, 2025, SB25-003 requires individuals to apply for an eligibility card through their Sheriff’s Office, complete a firearms […]
Southeast Colorado PERA Scholarship applications for 2026 available at local high schools
The SCSPERA Scholarship was founded and funded by pledges of members of Southeastern Colorado Schools and Public Retirement Association. This chapter’s members represent Baca, bent, Kiowa, and Prowers County. Applications for the 2026 PERA Scholarship can be obtained from high school counselors at any Baca, Bent, Kiowa, or Prowers County high school. Anyone wishing to […]
ARPA announces nominations open for annual awards program
The Arkansas River Power Authority Announces Nominations Are Open For Its Annual Awards Program The Arkansas River Power Authority has announced that nominations areopen for its 2025 awards program. ARPA is an intergovernmental powerauthority and public corporation that was created by the municipalities ofHolly, La Junta, Lamar, Las Animas, Springfield, and Trinidad, Colorado forthe purpose […]
Colorado Parks and Wildlife now selling fishing licenses for 2026-2027
DENVER – Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is now selling fishing licenses for the 2026-2027 fishing season. Fishing licenses are valid from March 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027 (13 months). Regulations and pricing for annual, daily and multi-day fishing licenses are available in the new 2026 Colorado Fishing Brochure (Pesca en Colorado En Español). Youth aged […]
7th Annual Boots, Bling and Blessings to be held April 18, 2026 at LCC Equine Complex
The 7th Annual Boots, Bling and Blessings event will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the LCC Equine Complex. Hosted by the Lamar Community College Foundation, this annual event brings together community members, businesses, and regional partners for an evening of live music, a BBQ dinner, games, and a live auction – all […]
Prowers Medical Center receives prestigious COPPER verification designating it as a Pediatric Advanced facility – one of only 36 in State of Colorado
Prowers Medical Center ED and ancillary department staff members are shown in the newly-designated pediatric ED room Prowers Medical Center just added another feather into its already-impressive cap. In January, the hospital was honored for becoming a COPPER-verified Pediatric Advanced facility. Prowers Medical Center joins an elite group of only 36 such-verified hospitals in the […]
