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Localized blue-green algae advisory issued at John Martin Reservoir State Park

A localized blue-green algae advisory has been issued for waters in the west boat ramp cove at John Martin reservoir State Park. Guests should avoid skin contact with the water in this area ...
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Upcoming “Stop the Bleed” Course, scheduled for August 24

In an emergency, every second matters. Would you know what to do? Join Prowers Medical Center for a FREE Stop the Bleed® Instruction Course and learn simple, life-saving skills that can help ...
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Supporters of Colorado graduated income tax measure submit required number of petition signatures

Canvassers received petition packets as they prepared to gather signatures in support of a graduated income tax ballot measure at a Protect Colorado’s Future event in Denver on July ...
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2026 Career Fair & Business Expo slated for September 16

Calling All Local Businesses and Organizations!   Showcase your business, connect with the community, and help inspire the next generation at the 2026 Career Fair & Business Expo! We are ...
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Lamar Scouts BSA Troop 218 and Venture Crew 218 clean up North Gateway Ponds area

On Sunday, July 26, youth and adults from Lamar Scouts BSA Troop 218 and Venture Crew 218 did a clean up at North Gateway Ponds for the Scouting for Clean Waterways initiative. It was very hot, ...
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Colorado Funeral Directors and employees attend meeting organized by Brown Funeral Homes to learn about House Bill 26-1258 which provides better regulation of the industry

Jimmy and Amanda Brown, owners of Brown Funeral Homes I recently attended a Colorado Funeral Directors District 6 meeting organized by Jimmy Brown, owner of Brown Funeral Homes (with funeral homes ...
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Ryan Cook promoted to Deputy Chief of Lamar Fire Department

Ryan Cook promoted to Deputy Chief of Lamar Fire and Emergency Services Lamar Fire and Emergency Services Chief Jeremy Burkhart released the following information: Today, as Chief of Lamar Fire ...
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Grace Fellowhip Church purchases previous Lamar Presbyterian Church and relocates from The Brew to The Bricks

TRANSITIONING FROM THE BREW TO THE BRICKS  In 2013, the Wiley Community Church planted Grace Fellowship at 119 S. Main Street after holding services in temporary locations all over Lamar.
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The “Forever Promise Project” looking for relatives of three Prowers and Kiowa County WWII soldiers buried in the Netherlands

What happens when all the heroes are gone?  How can we ensure their deeds are celebrated and remembered?  How do we make certain our future generations know what they did?  Most haven’t thought of ...
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Lamar’s Tri-State 9-11 Memorial slow pitch team wins Springfield tournament

The Tri-State 9-11 Memorial slow pitch team from Lamar, sponsored by Doug and Linda Harbour, captured the championship on July 25, 2026 at the Springfield Volunteer Fire Department fundraiser ...
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Letter to the Editor: The State Erased Our Town, Took Our Taxes, and Left Us Thirsty

To the Editor, The media narrative surrounding Hartman’s abandonment has focused heavily on local “infighting.” As a resident trapped in this crisis, I want the public to see how our ...