All Entries in the "Public Safety" Category
Colorado’s Power Pathway from Excel Energy
Transmission Line Routing Update Substation Siting Area: The Substation Siting Area in Crowley County has been eliminated from further consideration. The Substation Siting Area in Pueblo County continues to be evaluated and a site will be identified if determined to be needed. Permitting Activities: Land use permitting activities are underway for Segments 1, 2, […]
Lamar Archery Range in the Works for 2023
The City of Lamar and Colorado Parks and Wildlife are working to establish a public archery range north of the Arkansas River and North Gateway Park. Logan Wilkins, CPA District Wildlife Manager, informed the council during its November 28th meeting of plans to secure grants for the project as well as an outline […]
Highway 287 Construction Update through December 2nd in Lamar
The US 287 Resurfacing and Roadway Improvements project continues to make progress. Traffic continues to be reduced to single lane head-to-head configuration. Your patience is appreciated as we work to improve this section of roadway. The following are impacts for the upcoming week to be aware of: Work the week of November 28 to December […]
Zonta Club of Prowers County Observes Annual Awareness Campaign
The Zonta Club of Prowers County recently introduced a proclamation to the Lamar City Council, declaring the 16 days between International Day to Eliminate Violence Against Women on November 25 and International Human Rights Day on December 10 as the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. The Proclamation reads in part, ‘During […]
Lamar Council Acts on Property Development
The Lamar City Council approved Resolution 22-11-01 which waives the liens attached to property located at 601-603 and 601.5 and 603.5 North 7th Street in Lamar. The action was taken during the council’s November 14th meeting in an effort to keep properties throughout the city free of weeds, junk and debris as outlined […]
Charge Point EV Stalls are Under Construction at Lamar Chamber
Additional electric vehicle charging stations will soon be available in Lamar as construction is underway for the Charge Point line of connecting points, adjacent to the stage at the Enchanted Forest. Excavation work began last week on the eastern side of the Lamar Chamber of Commerce parking lot, at the same location as […]
CSP Information on What to Do if Too Tired to Drive
(COLO) – Whether impacted by insomnia, a disrupted sleep schedule or even the end of Daylight Savings, not getting enough sleep before driving is a dangerous idea. According to the National Safety Council drowsy driving is similar to driving under the influence of alcohol and can make drivers three times more likely to be in a […]
Colorado State Patrol ‘Stay In Your Lane Campaign’ – Put the Phones Down
(COLORADO) – On July 1, 2022, the Colorado State Patrol launched a 12-month campaign in an effort to educate Colorado motorists about the dangers that occur when driver’s fail to stay in their lane. Through enforcement and a proactive awareness campaign called “Stay in Your Lane,” troopers want drivers to understand that […]
CPW Releases 30 Black-footed Ferrets on the Eastern Plains
CPW released 30 black-footed ferrets this week on a prairie dog colony near Lamar. LAMAR, Colo. (KRDO) — This week, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) released 30 new, federally threatened black-footed ferrets on a prairie dog colony near the Town of Lamar. According to CPW, the black-footed ferret is one of the rarest […]
Statement from Secretary of State Griswold Regarding Voting Rights Concerns
Denver, Colo. – Today, Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold issued the following statement on voter intimidation concerns: “Every eligible Colorado voter, Republican, Democrat, and Unaffiliated, has the right to cast their ballot without fear of intimidation. The Colorado Constitution reads: ‘all Elections shall be free and open; and no power, civil or military, shall at […]
Tempel Updates PEP Board on Meat Packing Project
Curtis Tempel hopes a new USDA grant can provide additional funding for his meat packing business which will be located in Granada. Tempel provided an update to the Prowers Economic Prosperity board during their monthly meeting on Monday, October 17th. “Building costs have increased by at least 50% since we began planning for this […]
High Plains CHC Plans Special Event for Moonlight Madness
The High Plains Community Health Center has planned a Halloween walk through downtown Lamar for Moonlight Madness on Thursday, October 27th. The walk, according to High Plains Chief Executive Officer, Gene Sobczak, will begin from the Enchanted Forest at 5:30pm and from there, head south while sticking to the sidewalks. “A member of […]
Prowers County Commissioners and LCC Foundation Seek Solutions for EMT Shortfall
Prowers County and rural agencies throughout Colorado are in significant need for EMTs. Since most rural agencies do not have the funds to pay EMTs, they rely on volunteers to provide critical services to our region. As area EMTs “age out” or move away and less residents volunteer, Prowers County ambulance services are […]
Historical Study to Offer Suggestions for Stadium Renovations
The Lamar Re-2 School District board voted to rescind a decision made this past June, to completely replace the Lamar High School football stadium, given the two options the board faced at that time. A board meeting was held on October 5th, attended by citizens who were concerned a replacement stadium would remove […]
AG Weiser Reminder on Voter Intimidation and Election Worker Safety
Oct. 13, 2022 (DENVER) – Attorney General Phil Weiser today reissued public advisories reminding Coloradans that they have the right to vote free from intimidation, and that the Colorado Department of Law will hold accountable those who attempt to intimidate or harass voters or election workers. The advisories provide guidance on the crimes of […]
