Journal Alert
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Thomas Dunagan, Prowers County Coroner and Las Animas Police Officer, facing felony charges following CBI investigation
The following is a September 11, 2026 press release from the Bent County Sheriff’s Office -
Senator John Hickenlooper visits Prowers Medical Center to discuss rural health care challenges with representatives from area hospitals
Pictured, left to right (back row): Roger Stagner, Dr. Richard Book, Dr. Anthony Brocato, Senator - More from this category
Obituary
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Gary L. Dickerson, Jr. – July 29, 1969 – October 29, 2026
A memorial celebration of life for longtime Hasty, Colorado resident, Gary L. Dickerson, Jr. will -
Steven Keith Nordell – June 14, 1954 – October 23, 2026
Steven Keith Nordell of Las Animas, Colorado was born June 14, 1954 in Greeley, Colorado - More from this category
Events
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SOUTHEAST COLORADO OPIOID REGION 19 ANNOUNCES PRESS CONFERENCE
The Board Members of Southeast Colorado Opioid Region 19 (SECOR) announces that they will hold -
Southeast Area Extension offering 2027 Pesticide continued education credits
The Southeast Area Extension is happy to announce the 2027 Pesticide continued education credits. We - More from this category
Letters to the Editor
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Letter to the Editor – “Dead souls don’t vote – make yours count”
Letter to the Editor The residents of Prowers County deserve Public Officials who are committed -
Letter to the Editor – “Join Us at the Table”
Dear Editor: October is National Long-Term Care Residents’ Rights Month, a time to recognize - More from this category
Other Recent Articles
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Lamar Elks Lodge #1319 Awards $1,000 Scholarship Grant to Jackie Manly
The Lamar Elks Lodge #1319 is proud to announce that Jackie Manly has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship grant from the Colorado Elks Association, made possible through the Elks National Foundation. Manly is currently expanding her education at Lamar Community College, where she is pursuing her Qualified Behavioral Health Assistant (QBHA) certificate. A dedicated member […]
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“We Found the Lost Sand Creek Site” – A local family’s tale of discovery will be topic at upcoming Lamar event
Most people living in southeast Colorado have heard of the event known as the “Sand Creek Massacre”. The story that has historically been told is indeed one of a massacre, one in which Colonel John Chivington and roughly 700 U.S. Army and territorial Cavalry troops surprised the Cheyenne Chief Black Kettle’s encampment and slaughtered a […]
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Prowers County Clerk’s office receiving reports of fake automated phone message
ELECTION NOTICE – IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR VOTERS The Prowers County Clerk’s Office has received reports that voters may be receiving automated phone messages claiming to be from the Prowers County Clerk’s Office regarding this General Election. Please be advised: The Prowers County Clerk’s Office – Election Department does not send automated phone messages regarding any […]
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Kenneth W. Condit – August 28, 1967 – October 26, 2026
Kenneth W. Condit of Las Animas, Colorado was born on August 28, 1967 in La Junta, Colorado to Francis and Alice (Gilland) Condit. He passed away on October 26, 2026 in Lamar, Colorado at the age of 59. Per his request, cremation has taken place and no services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements are […]
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Toys for Tots needs donations, volunteers for holiday season
Toys for Tots The holiday season is just around the corner and Toys for Tots is preparing to bring smiles and Christmas joy to children in our community! The Toys for Tots workshop starts November 2 and anyone who is interested by donating their time to help is welcomed. Donations are also needed – the […]
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Lena L. Bellomy – November 27, 1938 – October 24, 2026
A Celebration of life for longtime Lamar resident, Lena L. Bellomy will be held at 10:00AM on Friday, October 30, 2026 at the Peacock Family Chapel with Scott Muller and Luke Muller co-officiating. Interment will follow at the Fairmount Cemetery in the Veterans Section. Per Lena’s request there will be no visitation. Lena was born […]
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