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Press Release Prowers County Sheriff’s Office
The Prowers County Sheriff’s Office received a call of Harassment at 734 W. Colorado St, Holly, Colorado on 5-31-2023 at approximately 1748 hours. Deputies arrived on scene and contacted parties involved. Neither of the parties wanted to cooperate or file charges on the other parties involved. Deputies investigated the incident and cleared the call at […]
Amache National Historic Site Invites Public Input on the Development of Foundation Document
GRANADA, CO – The National Park Service (NPS) is preparing a foundation document to guide future planning and management of the Amache National Historic Site and is seeking public comment on its development. The public engagement period will take place until June 23, 2023, and will include opportunities to submit written comments and participate in public meetings. All interested members of the […]
CDOT Invests Additional Funds for Various Road Upgrades Including La Junta 350
STATEWIDE — The Colorado Department of Transportation is investing additional funds received last month to address road conditions after one of the most intense winters in recent decades damaged some roads beyond what they normally sustain each year. Twelve stretches of roadway across the state have been identified, and preparations are now underway […]
Lamar School District Re-2 Welcomes Three Outstanding Students as New School Board Members
In an exciting development for Lamar’s education system, three exceptional high school students have been appointed as new members of the school board. Drew Durst, Vanessa Chairez, and Hallie Mackey, all renowned for their exemplary academic records and leadership skills, will play a vital role in shaping the future of our school district. These […]
First Responders Celebrated by Prowers Economic Prosperity and Invenergy at Lamar Days
Each year, Invenergy supports numerous organizations, non-profits, and causes in the communities where they develop and operate. Last year, Invenergy and its project entities donated more than $419k to local health and EMS causes. This past Lamar Days, May 20th, Invenergy and PEP hosted an event to honor the fire departments and the […]
Colorado Crop Progress & Condition Report, Week Ending May 28, 2023
AGRICULTURAL SUMMARY: Eastern Colorado received much needed moisture, while the western portion of the state remained primarily dry last week, according to the Mountain Region Field Office of the National Agricultural Statistics Service, USDA. Based on National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association data, the eastern half of the State received at least half an […]
Severe Storms in Prowers County Area NWS Posts Tornado Warning
From the NWS-Pueblo Severe Thunderstorm Watch in Effect until 10:15pm this evening. This Afternoon A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 5pm. Some storms could be severe, with large hail. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 89. Breezy, with a south southwest wind 15 to 20 mph. Chance […]
Livestock Slaughter April 2023
UNITED STATES HIGHLIGHTS Commercial red meat production for the United States totaled 4.20 billion pounds in April, down 8 percent from the 4.54 billion pounds produced in April 2022. Beef production, at 2.07 billion pounds, was 11 percent below the previous year. Cattle slaughter totaled 2.54 million head, down 0 percent from April 2022. […]
12 Counties Join Advance Colorado’s Lawsuit on SB23-303/Prop HH
DENVER– In advance of the signing of Senate Bill 23-303 by Governor Jared Polis, Advance Colorado is announcing the addition of 12 counties as plaintiffs in their lawsuit against the State of Colorado regarding SB23-303 and Prop HH due to single-subject and “clear-title” violations. “Politicians need to play by the same rules as everyone […]
KidWind Hosts Workshop for Colorado Educators
Local teachers learn about renewable energy lessons (Lamar, Colo.) May 2023 – The KidWind Project, an international leader in clean energy education, hosted a workshop for 12 educators in Lamar, Colorado on April 21, 2023 to help them integrate wind energy into their classrooms. “It was great hosting a workshop at Lamar High School,” said […]
USDA, DHS Cut Ribbon on National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility
Manhattan, KS – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) officials celebrated the dedication and ribbon-cutting of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF). This facility, which offers the highest level of biocontainment laboratories and safety protocols, is the first of its kind in the […]
Longtime CPW wildlife official Frank McGee chosen to lead Southeast Region
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Frank McGee, whose nearly 20-year career with Colorado Parks and Wildlife has included leading the agency’s busy Pikes Peak area team of wildlife officers and then overseeing law enforcement training for all new wildlife officers and park rangers, has been appointed CPW’s new Southeast Region Manager. McGee begins his new role […]
SNAP Quality Control: How FNS Helps Protects Taxpayer Dollars
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides nutrition support to millions of American families in need. USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) works with partner states to ensure that SNAP provides the right amount of benefits to eligible families in the prescribed timeframes. SNAP quality control is one of the key ways FNS […]
Farm Labor Report – Colorado, Nevada and Utah
MOUNTAIN II REGION (COLORADO, NEVADA, UTAH) There were 17,000 workers hired directly by farms in the Mountain II Region (Colorado, Nevada, and Utah) during the reference week of April 9-15, 2023, according to the Agricultural Labor Survey conducted by the Mountain Regional Field Office of the National Agricultural Statistics Service, USDA. Farm operators […]
West Boat Ramp Closed at John Martin Reservoir State Park Due to Low Water
HASTY, Colo. – Low water is forcing Colorado Parks and Wildlife to close the West Boat Ramp at John Martin Reservoir State Park to use by trailers. Hand-launched craft such as canoes and kayaks can continue launching, said Dan Kirmer, park manager. He expects the west ramp to remain closed the rest of the season, […]
