All Entries in the "Media Release" Category
Colorado Employment Situation – August 2026
Nonfarm Payroll Jobs Decrease by 1,400 in August; Unemployment Rate Increases to 4.0 Percent Household survey data According to the survey of households, the number of unemployed individuals increased by 3,200 to 128,200 from July to August. Colorado’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased one-tenth of […]
Thomas Dunagan, Prowers County Coroner and Las Animas Police Officer, facing felony charges following CBI investigation
The following is a September 11, 2026 press release from the Bent County Sheriff’s Office On September 9, 2026, formal charges were filed in Bent County District Court against Las Animas Police Department Officer Thomas Dunagan following an investigation conducted by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI). (EDITOR’S NOTE: Dunagan is also the Prowers County […]
New 2027 Colorado driving laws targeting teen safety
Starting January 1, 2027, getting a learner’s permit in Colorado will require more comprehensive training for young motorists. Under House Bill 24-1021, the state is rolling out updated education standards for all permit applicants under the age of 21. Passed to enhance public safety and lower traffic fatalities among young drivers, these changes ensure every […]
From Prowers County Public Health and Environment: Update regarding the recent Pueblo wastewater spill
Arkansas River Advisory (Hwy 50 Area in Lamar) Water samples collected on September 1, 2026, from the Arkansas River near the Highway 50 area in Lamar revealed E. coli levels of 613.1 CFU/100mL. This significantly exceeds the public safety threshold of 235 CFU/100mL. The public is strictly advised to avoid all contact with the […]
CPW expands water contact advisory along Arkansas River after Pueblo sewage spill
PUEBLO, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife is expanding its water contact advisory to 10 state wildlife areas and the Las Animas Fish Hatchery along the Arkansas River, asking visitors to avoid direct contact with the river and fisheries on those properties. The expansion comes as water affected by a 4.2-million-gallon untreated sewage spill continues moving downstream from Pueblo. The advisory issued […]
CSU Southeast Area Extension hosting Farm Bill Workshop Sept. 18, 2026
The CSU Southeast Area Extension is happy to announce a Farm Bill Workshop. The presentation “From Farm Bill to Front Porch” will give you an overview of the Farm Bill. The talk will include the short history of the Farm Bill, facts, Farm Bill Changes with OBBBA, DMC (Dairy Margin Coverage), PLC (Price Loss Coverage), and […]
Colorado Beef Industry’s Statement on Plan to Reduce Tariffs on Beef Imports
“The Colorado Livestock Association (CLA) and the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) are joining together to oppose the President’s plan to ease beef tariffs. The President and his administration have consistently espoused their desire to promote growth in the United States cattle herd; with cattle numbers at a 75-year low, this announcement is likely to have […]
Colorado Bureau of Investigation Announces Arrest of Springfield Police Officer
August 26, 2026 – CBI – Springfield, CO –The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has announced the arrest of Dustin Dwayne Martin, 37, a police officer with the Springfield Police Department, on charges related to the online solicitation of a minor. On August 19, 2026, the CBI was requested to assist the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (Orlando, Florida) […]
Correction to July 29 Lamar Police Department report
We were notified by Chief Ridder about a correction to a Lamar Police Department activity log for July 29, 2026. The original report was sent as an arrest for Pilar Eddie Zavala, when the correct name of the individual under arrest was Pilar Altamiran Zavala. # # #
Lamar Ward I City Council Member Brent Bates resigns at August 24, 2026 City Council meeting
Brent Bates officiating at a friend’s wedding in Lamar To My Hometown: Last night, I made the incredibly difficult decision to resign from the Lamar City Council and from my position as Mayor Pro Tem. This wasn’t a decision I made quickly, and it certainly isn’t one I ever expected to make. I was born […]
Lamar Community College announces renewed partnership with High Plains Community Health Center with on-campus location for students and employees
LAMAR, Colo. — Lamar Community College is pleased to announce its renewed partnership with High Plains Community Health Center to once again provide health services for students and employees through a convenient on-campus location in the College’s Wellness Center. Following a brief period during which on-campus services were unavailable, the leadership teams at Lamar Community […]
New Inclusive Accommodations Welcome Every Guest to the 2026 Colorado State Fair
Pueblo, Colo. — The Colorado State Fair is committed to providing an experience where everyone can create lifelong memories. From new on-demand support services to dedicated adaptive programming, it’s easier than ever for all of Colorado to celebrate together. Whether joining us for the thrill of the Exceptional Rodeo or seeking a calm, inclusive environment […]
Two Recent Holly High School graduates selected as recipients of national TBK Scholars Program
DALLAS, August 11, 2026 – TBK Bank, SSB announced today the recipients of its 2026 TBK Scholars Program. Four deserving students were each awarded a $2,500 scholarship to support their respective college educations in honor of their commitment to making a difference in their communities. “At TBK Bank, we believe helping people triumph includes investing in […]
Colorado Minimum Wage will Increase to $15.71/hour in 2027
State increases hourly rate by 3.6% from $15.16 in 2026. (DENVER) — The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE)’s Division of Labor Standards and Statistics (DLSS) announced today that Colorado’s minimum wage will increase to $15.71 per hour in 2027, and $12.69 for tipped workers. $15.71 per hour is a 3.6% increase from the […]
