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Prowers County Department of Human Services Receives El Pomar Foundation Grant to Strengthen Fatherhood Program
Prowers County Department of Human Services (PCDHS) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a grant from El Pomar Foundation to support and expand the Prowers County Fatherhood Program. This generous investment will strengthen services designed to empower fathers, promote healthy families, and improve outcomes for children throughout Prowers County and the surrounding region. […]
Lamar Police Department press release for Jade Downey arrest
After a year long investigation by the Lamar Police Department, Jade Immett Downey was arrested on July 15, 2026, on the following charges: Enticement of a Child 18-3-305(1) F4 Sexual Assault on a Child 18-3-405(1) F4 Stalking 18-3-602(1)(c) F5 Internet Luring of a Child 18-3-306(1) F5 Disclosure of a Private Image for Harassment 18-7-107(1)(a) […]
Colorado Employment Situation – June 2026
Nonfarm Payroll Jobs Increase by 4,800 in June; Unemployment Rate Unchanged at 3.9 Percent Household survey data According to the survey of households, the number of unemployed individuals decreased by 1,200 to 124,800 from May to June. Colorado’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged over the same time period at 3.9 percent. The national unemployment rate decreased one-tenth of […]
Representative Ty Winter responds to “Opponent’s Misleading Advertisement”
In response to my opponent’s misleading advertisement, I want to set the record straight. Context and facts matter. I remain committed to transparency and honest leadership for our community. July 20, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Statement Supporting Rep. Ty Winter’s Vote Against SB25-288 Rep. Ty Winter stood firm and voted against SB25-288 because when it […]
City of Lamar organizing community parade entry for Colorado State Fair
Calling all businesses, organizations, schools, clubs, nonprofits, churches, civic groups, and community partners! The City of Lamar is organizing a unified community entry for the 2026 Colorado State Fair Parade, and we invite you and your organization to be part of this exciting celebration. On at 10:00 am on Saturday, August 29, 2026, communities from across Colorado will gather […]
CSP: Hot Dogs Belong on a Bun, Not in a Car
Hot Dogs Belong on a Bun, Not in a Car A friendly reminder to keep your pets safe during the Summer ( COLORADO) – Colorado’s outdoor lifestyle often includes our pets, from hiking trails to patio dining. But as temperatures rise, it’s critical to remember that even a short stop can become dangerous if a […]
Op Ed from Representative Ty Winter regarding town of Hartman’s water crisis
There has been a lot of attention paid of late to the Town of Hartman here in Southeast Colorado. The community made headlines earlier this year when the last remaining town trustees abruptly resigned following a physical altercation at a town meeting. The resignation of the last three trustees plunged the Town into paralysis. There […]
News release from Lamar PD on arrest of Lamar man for multiple charges including sexual assault on a child
On 07/14/2026 The Lamar Police Department submitted an arrest warrant for Jade Downey (37) of Lamar. The warrant was submitted after an extensive investigation, including forensic digital data analysis, into allegations in connection with the below posted charges. Enticement of a Child 18-3-305(1) F4 Sexual Assault on a Child 18-3-405(1) F4 Stalking 18-3-602(1)(c) F5 Internet […]
Frontier Bank serves as lead co-sponsor of Prowers County Sheriff’s Office Youth Academy
Sergeant Jaime Madrid, left, and Jake Chamberlain (Senior Vice-President of Frontier Bank) present Maricella Saenz with the $500 scholarship check for being selected as the Academy’s Top Cadet (photo credit: Frontier Bank) EDITOR’S NOTE: Our original publication incorrectly listed Sergeant Madrid as a Lamar Police Department officer. Sergeant Madrid is with the Prowers County Sheriff’s […]
McClave School District celebrates the’Topping Out’ Ceremony for New School Building
Left to right: Derek White-Heckman, Teale Hemphill, Stephanie Malone (Board members), Maggie Pacino (McClave Principal), and Brianne Howe (McClave Superintendent) sign the beam before it is set in place (Photo courtesy of McClave School District) The McClave School District held a “topping out” ceremony on June 30th to celebrate the progress of construction of their […]
Lamar Re-2 School District Registration for 2026-2027
The district will be holding registration for all schools (MHDC Preschool, Alta Vista Charter School, Washington Elementary, Parkview Elementary, Lamar Middle School, Lamar High School, and Lamar Educational Alternative Plan (LEAP) at the Community Building on Monday, July 27th from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm and Tuesday, July 28th from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. […]
Lamar Hosts Paint Drop-off and Giveaway Event for Community on July 25
Photo credit: PaintCare Drop Off Leftover Paint for Recycling or Pick Up Free Paint at Big R of Lamar Lamar is hosting a free, convenient, one-day paint drop-off and giveaway event through PaintCare on Saturday, July 25 at Big R of Lamar. Households and businesses in the area can easily drop off unused paint for recycling or […]
City of Lamar Announces Wildfire Relief Donation Effort in Partnership with United Way of Southern Colorado
LAMAR, Colo. — As wildfires continue to impact communities across Southern Colorado and throughout the state, the City of Lamar is encouraging residents, businesses, and community partners to support relief efforts for families affected by these devastating fires. The City of Lamar has partnered with the United Way of Southern Colorado to launch a dedicated […]
Local students named to spring Dean’s Honor Roll at Wichita State University
WICHITA, Kan. (July 2, 2026) – Wichita State University has announced the names of more than 3,650 students who were on the WSU Dean’s Honor Roll for spring 2026. To be included on the dean’s honor roll, a student must be enrolled full time (at least 12 credit hours) and earn at least a 3.5 […]
