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Walter Ely Memorial Scholarship
Southeastern Developmental Services will be awarding a $500 scholarship in memory of Walter Ely. Anyone who wishes to further their education is encouraged to apply. There are no age restrictions. To enter, please submit a 1000 word essay as to why you should be awarded the scholarship. The deadline for entries is June 3, 2011. The winner will be announced in July 2011. All entries must be mailed to … Read entire article »
Filed under: community, Education, Lamar, Notice, School, Youth
Jared Smartt Receives SECPA Scholarship
LA JUNTA – Southeast Colorado Power Association is pleased to announce that seven youth from the region have been named winners of college scholarships offered by SECPA, Basin Electric and Tri-State Generation and Transmission. Eligible applicants for the scholarships were students whose parents are members of the Association and who are high school seniors graduating in 2011 with plans to attend a two or four-year college. Winners were chosen based on their academic accomplishments, school activities … Read entire article »
Rodeo Season Underway at LCC
The Lamar Community College Rodeo team began its spring season at Gillette College on March 18-20. Sophomore Tyler Schnaufer won first in Team Roping and moved into first place in the Central Rocky Mountain Region standings. Fellow sophomore Carter Coble finished second in Steer Wrestling and remained in first place in the region. “Tyler and Carter continued where they left off last fall and are sitting well for college finals qualification,” commented Coach Fred Sherwood. “ … Read entire article »
Fire Ban Enacted in Prowers County
The prolonged drought, coupled with seasonal winds prompted the Prowers County Commissioners to pass a resolution reinstating the ordinance banning open fires in Prowers County. Sheriff Jim Faull and Kyle Neill, Fire Chief of Holly Fire Protection District discussed the ordinance prohibiting open fires in the county. Regional news recently centered on the rangeland fires near Franktown, Boulder, Golden and Indian Gulch. Several smaller rangeland fires broke out last week between Pueblo and La Junta. Over 38,000 acres, … Read entire article »
Filed under: Commissioners, community, Public Safety
Final Planning Develops for 2011 Relay for Life in Lamar
The monetary goal for this year’s Relay for Life is $68,000 with 45 teams. Achieving that level will help qualify the Lamar organization for Pacesetter recognition for the 2011 season. Pacesetter standards show Relay committees what they should be striving to attain, and aid the Great West Division recognize events that show exemplary progress and commitment throughout the Relay planning process. Lamar can achieve that recognition if 45 teams are registered by May 4, and show … Read entire article »
Prowers Medical Center Signs Physicians
Credentials for eight medical practitioners were approved by the Prowers Medical Center board of directors during their monthly meeting, Wednesday, March 23. The board, with one dissenting vote, approved a new, one year contract for Chief of Staff, Dr. Barry Portner which rescinds his current contract. The new contract will expire March 31, 2012. Physician recruitment continues at PMC, CEO James Fairchild informed the board Sharon Hendricks; family nurse practitioner, will join the staff June 22, with … Read entire article »
Position Open on Lamar School Board
Lamar School District RE-2 is currently soliciting applicants for the Director District F vacancy. This vacancy has occurred due to the movement of Constance Brase out of Director District F. The new Board Member would serve until the next regular School Board election in November, 2011 at which time they could choose to run for election to remain on the School Board. The precise description of Director District F is located on the Lamar School District … Read entire article »
Obituary – Frank Stegman
Frank Stegman – March 29, 1938 – March 22, 2011 Visitation for Frank Stegman will be from 1 to 7pm, Friday, March 25 at Peacock Funeral Chapel in Lamar. Services will be held at 1pm, March 26 at the Peacock Family Chapel with Deacon Henry Wertin officiating. Internment will be in the Veteran’s Section of Fairmount Cemetery in Lamar. Contributions may be made to the Frank Stegman memorial in care of the funeral home office. … Read entire article »
Obituary – Robert K. Bastian
Robert K. Bastian – July 25, 1937 – March 22, 2011 Services for Robert Bastian will be held at 10am, Friday, March 25 at Peacock Funeral Home in Lamar with Ian Blacker of the Lamar Christian Church officiating. Per Robert’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be on visitation. Internment will be at the Fairmount Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Denver University Hospital for Cancer Research in care of the funeral … Read entire article »
FFA Works For Wiley
Grady Rogers – Wiley FFA Reporter The Wiley FFA Chapter is having their annual Hired Hand Auction on Wednesday April 6, 2011 in the school cafeteria. The Wiley FFA Alumni is hosting a free spaghetti dinner that will be served at 6:30pm and the auction will begin at 7pm. During the auction, some members will try to impress buyers with a demonstration of their working abilities by doing things like jumping jacks, pushups, poses, and we … Read entire article »
Filed under: Agriculture, Wiley, Youth
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