2011 May 03 | The Prowers Journal

Area Students Receive $8,500 in Scholarships from Elks Lodge

May 3rd, 2011 | Comments Off

The Lamar Elks Lodge, #1319 and the National Elks Foundation, awarded $8,500 in scholarships to southeast Colorado students during an awards dinner, Monday, May 2, as National Youth Week is being observed. Twenty-one elementary school youngsters participated in the Americanism essay contest, submitting a short theme of what being an American meant to them. Division One students included: Bryce Grahn, Lexie Bond, Madison Wells, Payton Bond, Shauna Adams, Colton Crawford, Brooklyn Blundell, Dominick Mills, Cassie … Read entire article »

Filed under: Education, Entertainment, Events, Lamar, School, Youth

Preliminary Court Dates Set in Hagar Assault

May 3rd, 2011 | Comments Off

The three men arrested in the alleged assault against Brian Hagar of Lamar, appeared in Prowers County District Court for appearance of counsel on Tuesday morning, May 3. Shane Kalani and Abraham Kalani of Wiley and Daniel Knight of Lamar, all had their court appearances before District Court Judge Tallman continued for pre-trial conferences with their attorneys. Shane Kalani had been charged with one count of first degree assault in the April 9, 2011 altercation. … Read entire article »

Filed under: News, The Journal Alert

Cinco de Mayo this Saturday

May 3rd, 2011 | Comments Off

The weatherman is finally cooperating, forecasting better weather than in years past for Saturday’s Cinco de Mayo celebration, sponsored by Voces Unidas and the Lamar Chamber of Commerce. Saturday’s outlook calls for sunny skies with highs in the mid-80’s, perfect for enjoying a day at the North Side Park. Booths, vendors, food, inflatables and games will be set up at the park from 10am to 3pm and musical entertainment will be provided by DJ Paul … Read entire article »

Filed under: community, Entertainment, Events, Festival, Lamar, Recreation, Tourism