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Golden Plains Insurance announces $2,000 educational scholarship for 2026
Golden Plains Insurance is excited to once again announce its $2,000 educational scholarship for the year 2026. Lamar – February 11th, 2026 — Golden Plains Insurance takes pride in unveiling its annual scholarship initiative for the academic year 2025-2026. This scholarship, valued at $2,000, aims to support a promising high school graduate from the class of […]
CSU Extension announces open enrollment for 2026 4-H year
Enrollment for the 2026 4-H Year Is Now Open — Sign Up Today! Lamar, CO – The CSU Extension Office in Prowers County is excited to announce that enrollment for the 2026 4-H program year is officially open. Families are encouraged to register early and explore the wide variety of projects available to youth […]
“Goin’ Fishin’ ” – Andy Wyatt announces retirement as Prowers County Assessor
Prowers County Assessor announces he is “goin’ fishin’ “ To all of the property owners and individuals in Prowers County; there is a time for everything according to the book of Ecclesiastes. It has been an honor and privilege to serve as your County Assessor since January 13, 1987. Nearly 40- years of public service […]
Bristol Community Project committee asking for public’s help in adding photos to digital historic reposity
Early 1900’s street view of Bristol (photo from Milton Otto’s private collection) As we move closer to the Grand Opening of our new center in Bristol, we are requesting help from the public regarding expansion of our digital historical repository preservation efforts recording the rich railroading, commerce, farming and ranching history in the Bristol, Colorado […]
Prowers County Board of Commissioners holds work session, hears concerns from Hartman resident
Meeting with the Prowers County Commissioners in their morning work session on Tuesday, February 10 were Brooke Matthew, CSU Extension SE Region Director, Michaela Mattes, Agronomist with CSU Extension Office, and Claudia Terrazas, Spanish Language Specialist with CSU Extension Office. Ms. Matthew provided copies of the newest Prowers County 4-H newsletter, explaining that they have […]
Lamar Utilities Board Meeting February 10, 2026
Purchase orders 2025-02731 through 2025-02952 were approved, totaling $732,855.48, of which $720,252.22 needed board approval. They included $47,645 to Tri County Ford for a new F-150 4WD pickup, $81,809.55 to CIRSA for first quarter property insurance, and $567,580.29 to ARPA for January power purchased. Payment of $155,809.37 in bills was approved. Again, due to the […]
Lamar Area Hospice, SECCI recipients of generous donation from BBB Committee
Lamar Area Hospice’s Children’s Good Grief program and SECCI (Southeast Colorado Cancer Initiative) were the recipients of donations from the 2025 BBB (Beers and Brats for Boobies) fundraiser. Both organizations were presented with a $42,000 check on February 9, 2026, with $31,000 earmarked for Lamar Area Hospice and $11,000 for SECCI. Representatives from both organizations […]
Lamar City Council meeting of February 9 included announcement of Lamar’s newest grocery store
Prior to the evening’s regular meeting, the Lamar Redevelopment Authority approved a façade rehab agreement extension to Apex Performances, LLC, located at 420 North Main Street. The agreement originated on July 14, 2025. Structural rehab work was completed by 12/31/2025. The owners are completing all façade work and have requested an extension until June 30, […]
Wylee Wollert announces candidacy for Prowers County Assessor
Wylee Wollert Dear Friends and Neighbors, I am excited to announce my candidacy for Prowers County Assessor. For nearly two years, I have had the privilege of working in the Prowers County Assessor’s Office, training and working side by side with current Assessor Andy Wyatt and the Deputy Assessor. This hands-on experience has allowed me […]
Most city offices closed on Monday, February 16 in observance of Presidents Day
Most City of Lamar offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents Day. This includes the Lamar Public Library and the Lamar Community Building. Residential and commercial trash routes will remain the same. The Lamar Landfill will also be open 8:30 am to 3:30 pm on 2/16.
The Prowers Journal welcomes SafeCare Colorado as new advertiser
The Prowers Journal is happy to welcome SafeCare Colorado as a new advertiser/sponsor for our paper. SafeCare Colorado is a free, voluntary, in-home parenting program for families with at least one child age five or under. The program provides weekly in-home support sessions with services provided to seven counties – Prowers, Baca, Bent, Crowley, Otero, […]
Prowers County Courthouse designated as voter service and polling center for 2026 elections
PRESS RELEASE Designation of Voter Service and Polling Center Pursuant to 1-5-101 and 1-7.5-107 C.R.S., Prowers County Clerk and Recorder Jana Coen has designated the Prowers County Courthouse as a voter service and polling center in conjunction with HB13-1303 and is seeking written comments from residents of Prowers County regarding the designation location for the […]
Chef Jonathan Zaragoza visits Lamar Middle School for cooking demonstration
Chef Jonathan Zaragoza recently toured several school districts across Colorado, including Brush Secondary School (middle and high school), La Junta (grades 3–6), Lamar Middle School, and Summit High School. During his visits, Chef Jonathan connected with students through engaging assemblies and hands-on culinary classroom sessions, inspiring curiosity and excitement around food and culture. At lunchtime, […]
Lamar Chamber hosts annual banquet – Roni Vallejos selected as Citizen of the Year for 2025
The Lamar Chamber of Commerce held their annual banquet at the Historic Cow Palace Inn on January 30, 2026. The event was attended by approximately 240 people. Ty Harmon was the evening’s emcee. Chamber President Kolby Brubacher welcomed attendees and thanked everyone for attending. Lamar Mayor Kirk Crespin gave a state of the city address, […]
