All Entries in the "Media Release" Category
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 […]
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 […]
Prowers County Board of Commissioners accepting applications for Sand & Sage Round-Up Fair Board
The Prowers County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications from persons who are residents and/or property owners of Prowers County to fill eight (8) positions on the Sand & Sage Round-Up Fair Board with a term of three (3) years and will expire in February 2029. Any person living in Prowers County or owning property […]
Jamie Callaway announces candidacy for Prowers County Coroner
Hi I am Jamie Callaway and I am seeking to be the next Prowers County Coroner. I have been a funeral Director and embalmer for the past 14 years, serving families with respect, dignity and transparency. I am a Colorado native, who graduated from Colorado State University in Fort Collins, with a bachelor of […]
2026 Democratic Caucus and County Assembly will be held March 7th
EZ Guide to the Prowers County Democratic Caucus/Assembly WHO: All welcome! (But only Prowers County residents registered as Democrats on or before February 9th can vote on the various actions.) WHAT: Official meeting for Democrats from all precincts of Prowers County. This event is a combination of Caucus and Assembly. We will be working on tasks […]
2026 Republican Caucus and County Assembly will be held March 7th
SAVE THE DATE! Please bring valid ID, as well as a pen. All registered Republicans are encouraged to participate in this very important process. Please tell your fellow Republican friends and family. The Prowers County Republican Party will hold the 2026 Republican Caucus and County Assembly on the same day this year. The Caucus and Assembly will be held […]
Wind and dust make driving hazardous through Thursday
Possible closures on I-25 south of Pueblo and other roadways across the southeastern plains Southeast Colorado—High winds and dust continue to cause hazardous driving conditions across the southeast corner of Colorado. Motorists may encounter proactive road closures due to limited visibility. Areas south of US Highway 50 including Interstate 25 south of Pueblo and US […]
66th Annual Southeast Colorado Regional Science Fair held in Lamar on February 11th – fourteen local students advance to state competition
State qualifiers include: Ali Mooney, Lynnin Alba, Anmoldeep Gill, Adalyn Pettinger, Jaxson Specht, James Miller, Zeke Stulp, Ciyana Stum, Alexis Schneider, Haley Cornelius, Nelis Yanes, Priya Mayjoy, Osman Yanes, and Iziah Hebbard On Wednesday, February 11th the Lamar Community Building was host to the 66th Annual Southeast Colorado Regional Science Fair. Eighty-nine students from second […]
