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Advocates launch campaign to fully fund Colorado’s universal school meals program
Shannon Thompson, public policy and legislative chair for the Colorado School Nutrition Association, speaks at an event in support of two ballot measures that would shore up funding for the state’s school meals program, in Lakewood (Photo by Chase Woodruff/Colorado Newsline) By:Chase Woodruff/ColoradoNewsline Parents, educators and anti-hunger advocates gathered at a community farm […]
Colorado House Minority Leader Rose Pugliese announces resignation – will stay on as attorney for Prowers County
Rose Pugliese EDITOR’S NOTE: Ms. Pugliese confirmed to The Prowers Journal on September 15 that she will continue serving as the attorney for Prowers County. Colorado House Minority Leader Rose Pugliese of Colorado Springs announced her resignation Sunday evening, effective Monday, Sept. 15. Pugliese has represented House District 14 since January 2023. In 2024, she […]
Don Williamson announces candidacy for Lamar City Council in Ward II
Don Williamson, candidate for Lamar City Council, Ward II Hello. I would like to introduce myself to the citizens of Lamar. My name is Don Williamson, and I am running for the position of Ward II Councilmember on the City Council. I am a native of Colorado, born and raised in Denver until my […]
Hunting seasons start in Colorado: How hunters and outdoor recreationists can prepare and new regulations hunters need to know
The 2025 hunting seasons have begun, and hunters are gearing up for exciting adventures. However, hunters aren’t the only ones rushing to the outdoors this fall to enjoy everything Colorado has to offer. Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) emphasizes the shared responsibility of safety among hunters, hikers, bikers, leaf peepers, wildlife viewers, and OHV users. […]
Lake Pueblo State Park North Shore Marina operator to provide services through 2045
PUEBLO, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife signed a new contract Thursday with the current operator of the Lake Pueblo State Park North Shore Marina infrastructure. The new agreement allows for the replacement of the Marina. “Colorado Parks and Wildlife and The O’Neil Group have signed a new contract extending operations through 2045,” said Becky Buist, LPSP Operations […]
Shawnarae Falconburg announces candidacy for Lamar City Council, Ward III
I was born and raised in Lamar. I spent 20 years of my young adult life in Phoenix AZ. I moved back to my hometown to finish raising my daughter in 2017. I am a long-time customer service provider in so many different industries. As a server over the years here in town at the […]
Grand American Flag now proudly waving in front of Prowers County Courthouse following dedication ceremony
(Photo from the City of Lamar Facebook page) The Annual Tri-State 9-11 Tribute parade went off without a hitch on the beautiful morning of September 6, 2025. Crowds lined the streets, showing their patriotism, many waving flags and wearing red, white, and blue as the numerous floats, horseback riders and military units passed […]
Lamar Utility Board meeting of September 9, 2025
All board members were present for the meeting. Minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously. Purchase orders totaled $1,069,831.48, of which $1,063,225.94 needed board approval, which was unanimous. Power for July purchased from ARPA came to $1,053,726.86. An annual service contract with Digitcom Electronics Inc. amounted to $9,499.08. The remaining purchase orders […]
Lamar and La Junta mayors blindsided by Safeway’s abrupt announcement of closure of both stores
Mayor Kirk Crespin learned late in the morning on September 9, 2025 that the Lamar Safeway is being closed by Safeway’s corporate office. The news came as a complete surprise, confirmed with an official notice from the Director of Communications with Safeway’s Mount West Division. He said he was on the phone or exchanging emails […]
Lamar City Council meeting of September 8 had short agenda but contained hot topics
Mayor Kirk Crespin opened the meeting of September 8 with statements about the previous weekend. On a positive note, the Tri-State 9-11 Foundation’s parade and ceremonies were very successful and Crespin wanted to give thanks to Doug Harbour and the group for the amazing job they’ve done over the years building the event up. […]
Lamar RE-2 School Board meeting of September 8, 2025
School Board Vice President Jake Chamberlain opened the meeting of September 8, 2025. President Lanie Meyers-Mireles and board member Travis Hall attended virtually. After the Pledge of Allegiance and approving the board minutes from the last meeting as well as the current evening’s agenda, Chamberlain read a note of thanks from Chloe Weber. Chloe was […]
Mike Duffy announces candidacy for Lamar City Council in Ward II
Mike Duffy, Candidate for Lamar City Council, Ward II Hello, my name is Mike Duffy, and I am proud to announce my candidacy for Lamar City Council Ward 2. For the last 45 years, I have been fortunate enough to call Lamar my home. My wife, Tammy and I have been married for 43 wonderful […]
