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Low water levels close west boat ramp at John Martin Reservoir State Park; East ramp remains open
The west boat ramp at John Martin Reservoir State Park near Hasty, Colo., is closed to trailer-launched boats due to declining water levels. The west ramp remains open to hand-launched watercraft. The east ramp is open to trailered-boats and park staff recommend higher-clearance tow vehicles at that ramp. CPW Photo/Sami Colvin HASTY, Colo. – Ongoing drought conditions and […]
Ribbon cutting held June 17 for “Love, Mom Treasures Past & Present
On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the community had the pleasure of welcoming Love, Mom Treasures Past & Present to the Lamar business community with a ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony. Thank you to everyone that attended this special occasion to help celebrate our newest Lamar business and owners Jane and John Dykes. Stop in […]
Zonta Club of Prowers County installs three new members at recent meeting
At their June 9, 2026 meeting, the Zonta Club of Prowers County installed three new members: Jessica Page, Kristina Walker, and Renee Nelson. Also honored were two “Zontians of the Year” – Liz Witham and Vickie Bond. Pictured, left to right: Linda Hawkins, Liz Whitham, Jessica Page, Renee Nelson, Kristina Walker, Sue Sutphin, Lorraine Woolley, […]
Celebrate Three Historic Anniversaries at Lamar’s First Ever Wet & Dry Fourth of July Parade- Here’s what you need to know if you plan to attend!
The Lamar Chamber of Commerce, Frontier Bank, and many generous sponsors are excited to invite everyone to something brand new this Independence Day – Lamar’s first ever Wet & Dry Fourth of July Parade! This year’s celebration is extra special as we commemorate America’s 250th Birthday, Colorado’s 150th Anniversary, and Lamar’s 140th Anniversary. We hope […]
Southeastern Developmental Services holding 2nd Annual Red, White, and Run event on July 4
You are cordially invited to Southeastern Developmental Services 2nd Annual Red, White, and Run this Saturday, July 4th. This colorful exercise is an annual fundraiser designed to raise awareness and support the Intellectual/Developmentally Disabled (I/DD) community. Registration is $25 per person and begins at 7:30 am. There is a trophy for first place, and the first 75 registrants […]
Attorney General Phil Weiser announces settlement with large egg producers after uncovering illegal scheme to jack up prices
June 30, 2026 (DENVER) – Attorney General Phil Weiser today secured 53 million eggs for consumers nationwide and $3.3 million from some of the nation’s largest egg producers for colluding behind the scenes for nearly three years to raise prices. A bipartisan multistate investigation with the U.S. Department of Justice revealed that Cal-Maine Foods, Versova/Centrum, […]
Colorado Employment Situation – May 2026
Nonfarm Payroll Jobs Decrease by 400 in May; Unemployment Rate Unchanged at 3.9 Percent Household survey data According to the survey of households, the number of unemployed individuals decreased by 500 to 125,900 from April to May. Colorado’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged over the same time period at 3.9 percent. The national unemployment rate was unchanged at […]
Aspen Acres fire near Rye explodes in size to 23,000 acres after discovery early in morning of June 29 – high winds hampered any efforts at containing it throughout the day
Photo taken in Pueblo west near Pueblo Reservoir early Monday morning as the fire began expanding A wildfire broke out early Monday morning near the town of Rye. By late afternoon, it had expanded to over 23,000 acres and was growing rapidly with 0% containment. Due to extremely high winds measured at 80-100 mph, […]
Lamar Utilities Board meeting of June 23, 2026
The Lamar Utilities Board met on June 23, 2026 for a regular meeting. They approved Purchase Orders 2025-05412 through 2025-05675 which totaled $154,371.55, of which $143,886.05 needed board approval. P.O. 2025-05675 was to CIRSA in the amount of $81,809.55 for third quarter property insurance. Another large P.O. was 2025-05413 to SD Myers LLC in the […]
Colorado Department of Labor and Employment Announces New Retail Electric Vehicle Charging Regulations
New regulations promote marketplace fairness and consumer transparency starting July 1, 2026. (DENVER) — The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) announced today the implementation of new Retail Electric Vehicle Charging regulations, effective July 1, 2026. These regulations, established by the Division of Oil and Public Safety (OPS) pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes 8-20-102 […]
CPW rescues two adults wearing life jackets at John Martin Reservoir State Park after boat capsizes
June 26, 2026 BENT COUNTY, Colo. — CPW officers, along with Bent County deputies and the Hasty-McClave Fire Department, responded to a 911 call shortly after 4 p.m. today with a report that a boat had capsized on John Martin Reservoir. A CPW patrol boat quickly located the vessel and confirmed two adults wearing […]
Amache National Historic Site hosting Open House July 4, 2026
GRANADA, Colo. — Amache National Historic Site is hosting the Amache Community Archeology Project’s Public Open House on Saturday, July 4th, 2026. From 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, visitors are welcome to take a tour, learn about site survey, and watch archeologists as they uncover the history of Amache. This year will also include story time […]
Local students attend recent Rotary Youth Leadership Academy sponsored by Lamar Rotary Club
From left: Mila Macias, Mae Shelton, Allie Rushton, and Hudson Gourley Lamar Rotary is so excited to have sponsored four outstanding students from our area for this prestigious opportunity. We started this tradition in 1993, with the exception of the summer in 2021 (Covid) and it is ongoing. We began at Lamar Community College for […]
