All Entries Tagged With: "Lamar Chamber of Commerce"
Moonlight Madness “Witching Hour” Brought Crowds Downtown
Thursday, October 27th, was as good as you could expect for an autumn evening with mild temperatures and the sliver of a fall moon in the sky. A good night for the area goblins and haunts to be out and about and for a gathering of witches for a holiday dance. The annual […]
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 […]
City Continues Clean-Up Program
The steam engine #1819 at the Lamar Chamber of Commerce, Welcome Center in Lamar recently received some much-needed cosmetic and repair work which will also add to the train’s longevity. This current week more city-wide cleanup activities were underway. Back at East Beech Street, workers were taking advantage of the warm weather […]
Mike Duffy to be Next City Council Member
Long-time Lamar resident, Mike Duffy, will fill the council vacancy in Ward II, following the passing of Oscar Riley earlier this month. Duffy, a resident of Lamar since 1980, will take his seat at the next council meeting on Monday, October 10th. He received a four to two vote on the second round of […]
September Edition of Lamar Chatter from Lamar Chamber of Commerce
I’m back again for our monthly Chamber Chatter article; this week, I plan to highlight a few of our exciting events for the upcoming fall season! Our next big event coming up is our annual Oktoberfest! This event runs in tandem with the Beers & Brats for Boobies 5K and is set to run from […]
Lamar Chamber of Commerce “Chamber Chatter”
In lieu of our usual Chamber Chatter article we have had each month, the board would like to use this opportunity instead to thank our amazing sponsors from our first annual Glow Golf Tournament. We could not have done it without all the generous donations of the following community businesses, and we feel so lucky […]
P & L Tax and Accounting
The Lamar Chamber of Commerce Honkers recently visited P & L Tax and Accounting at 106 West Olive, to recognize the new business partnership with Lisa Farmer and Jason Whisenand. P & L Tax and Accounting provides services beyond simple, annual tax preparation. Call 719-336-0636 for information about accounting and bookkeeping services. Off-season […]
Chamber Chatter for June
“I’m back again for my second Chamber Chatter article. We have a busy summer ahead of us and want to make sure we are getting the word out about all the exciting things the chamber has going on in the coming weeks! Make sure to participate in Bike to Work day on June 22nd, you […]
Lamar Chamber Chatter, Spring Events
“In taking my first opportunity as Lamar Chamber President to restart the Chamber Chatter, I hope that this will be helpful and informative from month to month as we move forward. I feel it is important for us to continue getting the word out about all the exciting things we are doing! The Lamar […]
Chilly and Wet Forecast Doesn’t Deter Turnout for 2022 Lamar Days
You can only plan around the weather here in southeast Colorado. That’s what the Lamar Chamber of Commerce, Rod Run organizers, parade entrees and various vendors had to do in light of the forecast for this past Friday and Saturday for Lamar Days, 2022. But, no matter the weather, folks turn out! The […]
Lamar Tesla Chargers, Getting Ready to Roll
The major points of installation work have been completed with only one or two connections to be made as well as some state-oriented paperwork, and then the eight Tesla fast-charger stations on East Beech Street will be good to go. For the under-initiated, it’s a very simple process, as Lamar’s City Building Inspector, […]
Spirit of America Comes to Lamar Days, 2022
The Lamar Chamber of Commerce roles out the red carpet for residents and visitors alike for the 2022 Lamar Days Festivities this weekend. The kick-off BBQ begins at 10:30am on Friday, May 20th at the Chamber offices on Beech Street. Visitors can also get a look at the new Tesla, Fast-Charge stations directly […]
Lamar Honkers Visit Domestic Safety Resource Center-/-K & L Customz
K & L Customz is open for business for custom shirts, cups, decals, blankets, wallets, keychains and more at 107 West Elm Street in Lamar. Owned and operated by Kira Sanger and Lupe Fresquez, they’re open Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 12:30-6pm at their new location. Call at 719-691-2091 or email at kiraskeepsakes2020 […]
Electric Car Charging Booths Begin Construction
Lamar Mayor, Kirk Crespin, briefed the Lamar Chamber of Commerce board that ground-breaking preparations for eight Tesla super charging stations will begin as of April 25th with completion expected to be done prior to Lamar Days activities at the chamber parking lot before May 20th. “We’ve received an assurance from the company that the […]
Lamar Utility Board Approves Arby Economic Incentive Package
A fast-food business, RB Colorado LLC, received an economic development incentive agreement from the Lamar Utility Board for their proposed outlet, which will be situated at the site of the former WHO Blue Building at 1002 North Main Street. The utility board’s approval was contingent on the Lamar City Council’s approval which was […]
