All Entries in the "Media Release" Category
The Colorado State Patrol Arrests Suspect in Laser Strike Incident – Suspect accused of targeting multiple aircraft with a laser
(COMMERCE CITY, COLO) – Last night, at 9:15 p.m., the Colorado State Patrol Aircraft Unit, while conducting traffic operations in the Denver Metro area, overheard multiple commercial airplane pilots reporting a green laser being directed into the cockpits of their aircraft. The Colorado State Patrol Aircraft Unit was able to locate the suspect on East […]
Prowers County Board of Commissioners accepting applications for Deadman Drainage District Board
The Prowers County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications from persons who are residents of Prowers County to fill one (1) position on the Deadman Drainage District Board for a term which will expire August 2029. Board members are required to meet at least once each month. Additional meetings may be required as needed. Appointed […]
Prowers County Board of Commissioners accepting applications for Bristol-Granada Cemetery District
The Prowers County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications from persons who are residents of Prowers County to fill one (1) position on the Bristol-Granada Cemetery District for a term which will expire August 2027. Board members are required to meet at least once each month. Additional meetings may be required as needed. Appointed members […]
Bustang Celebrates a Decade of Serving Colorado State-run transit system has offered more than two million rides in its first 10 years
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and the Colorado Department of Transportation celebrated the 10-year anniversary of Bustang – the state-run interregional passenger express bus service that connects major population and employment centers, local and national transit systems, the mountains and plains, and everything in between. “This milestone marks ten years of a successful service that Coloradans […]
Colorado Parks and Wildlife offering free admission to state parks in August for active-duty military, veterans, and National Guard members
To thank U.S. military members for their dedicated service and sacrifices, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is continuing to offer free admission to all Colorado state parks for active-duty military, veterans, and National Guard members during the month of August. Qualifying military members can pick up their free Military Parks Pass, valid for the month of August at any […]
Applications being accepted for Prowers County Lodging Tax Tourism Panel
The Prowers County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications from persons who are residents of Prowers County to fill one (1) position for a term that will expire in December of 2028 on the nine-member Prowers County Lodging Tax Tourism Panel. The Colorado Statutes stipulate that directors must be from the tourism industry. Each director […]
Colorado FFA Foundation Announces Four Colorado Agriculture Hall of Fame Inductees for 2026
Greeley, Colo. — The Colorado FFA Foundation is pleased to announce four inductees representing excellence in public service, extension, dairy industry and education, into the Colorado Agriculture Hall of Fame. Jenifer Gurr (Northglenn), Marlin Eisenach (Fort Morgan), Jon Slutsky (Fort Collins), and Dr. Tony Frank (Denver) will all be formally honored and inducted into the Colorado […]
Secretary Rollins Announces USDA Reorganization, Restoring the Department’s Core Mission of Supporting American Agriculture
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced the reorganization of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), refocusing its core operations to better align with its founding mission of supporting American farming, ranching, and forestry. Over the last four years, USDA’s workforce grew by 8%, and employees’ salaries increased by 14.5% – including hiring […]
City of Lamar accepting applications for multiple board positions
PUBLIC NOTICE Applications are currently being accepted by the City of Lamar for appointments to the following Boards: AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD (One expired 5-year term5 expiring February 1, 2030) LAMAR TREE BOARD (One Expired 3-year term expiring on February 1, 2025) ADUJUSTMENT & APPEALS BOARD (One expired 5-year term expiring on February 1, […]
Lamar Lions break ground for flag project on lawn of Prowers County Courthouse
Lamar Lions Club members (left to right): John Davis, Leroy Mauch, and Gordon Guihen After many months of planning and fundraising, the Lamar Lions Club is proud to announce that the American flag and pole project is finally becoming a reality. The club had a groundbreaking ceremony recently on the west lawn of the Prowers […]
Colorado’s wolf restoration program costs exceed $8 million over 5 years
Colorado has now spent more than $8 million over five years on the wolf restoration program, according to a presentation made at Thursday’s Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting in Grand Junction. Justin Rutter, the assistant director for financial and capital services at Colorado Parks and Wildlife, also addressed the apparent discrepancy between the General […]
Lamar Community College Launches Renewable Energy Certificate Program for a Sustainable Future
Lamar Community College (LCC) is proud to announce the relaunch of its comprehensive Renewable Energy Degree in the Fall semester. Leading with its first course, Introduction to Energy Technologies, starting August 18, this innovative program is designed to provide students with the essential knowledge and hands-on experience needed to succeed in the fast-growing field of […]
Lamar City Council, Prowers County Commissioners holding joint work session Monday, July 21
There will be a Joint City/County Work Session on Monday, July 21, 2025 at 6:00 P.M. at the Prowers County Annex in the Mezzanine For the following topics: 1. Cooperative Planning Agreement 2. North Lamar Annexation Plans 3. Economic Development 4. Public Safety 5. Ambulance Service
Watch out for bears while camping, hiking and backpacking in Colorado bear country
DENVER — Colorado is home to a large population of black bears–estimated at 17,000-20,000 animals–and the majority of them live in areas where humans camp, hike, and backpack. This summer, CPW is reminding the public to get wise about bears to avoid conflicts when enjoying our wonderful outdoors. Most conflicts between people and bears can be traced […]
Bipartisan bill would bolster care for military members with traumatic brain injuries
Cmdr. Steve Spoonemore, a board certified orthopedic clinical specialist and research scientist with the Fort Carson Intrepid Spirit Center, helps an open house visitor learn how the Bertec Machine assesses and trains balance and vestibular rehabilitation. (Gino Mattorano, Evans Army Community Hospital) Colorado lawmakers introduced a bill Thursday aimed at improving care for active-duty […]
