All Entries Tagged With: "Lamar Canal"
City Taking Steps to Move Storm Water off the Streets
The City of Lamar is seeking two $600,000 grants, one from a Community Development Block Grant and another from the Department of Local Affairs to help complete a storm water drainage improvement project. A $78,000 cash match from the city will bring the total cost of the project to $1,278,000. The cash match has […]
City Council Resolutions Open Doors for Economic Development and Annexation
The Lamar City Council approved two resolutions Monday, April 24, during their regularly scheduled meeting, which can help foster economic development opportunities in the community. The first resolution, 17-04-01, approves the annexation of property commonly known as T.L. Tucker property, located at 708 North Main Street. The city recently acted on a petition from Jean […]
Main Street Renovation Underway
Motorists are keenly aware that Main Street road construction has commenced in Lamar. The long-anticipated and discussed renovation project got underway on two fronts; the railroad crossing dividing North and South Main Street and what is termed Phase I between Park and Oak Streets. A drainage line is being constructed underneath the railroad tracks and […]
Quackers and Rotary Hold Ducky Dash at Lamar Pool
One of the more unique attractions at the Lamar Days Celebration is the annual Ducky Dash, developed by the Lamar Rotarians. Years ago the annual fundraising event was held at the Lamar Canal where the bridge spans North Main Street. Hundreds of small rubber/plastic ducks were dumped into the canal waters where the ducks made […]
