Flags lowered Thursday to honor former Representative Val Vigil
Flags will be lowered in Colorado Thursday to honor former State Representative Val Vigil.
Death Notice – Donald Gene McPherson
Donald “Don” Gene McPherson
February 20, 1949 – February 15, 2021
A celebration of life for lifelong Lamar resident Donald “Don” Gene McPherson will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at the Peacock Family Chapel. Interment with full military honors will follow at the Fairmount Cemetery in Lamar under the auspices of the local V.F.W. and American Legion Posts.
Visitation for Don will be held Tuesday, February 23, 2021, from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. at the Peacock Family Chapel.
Best Ways To Manage Your Diabetes
Diabetes comes with a multitude of increased health risks, and it can be a challenge to manage every day. Having to keep a watchful eye over your blood sugar levels can make it seem as if you have limited options in your life, whether it’s food or activities. But by knowing the best ways to manage your diabetes, you can tailor your own personal dietary plan and have the energy to enjoy activities. Consult with your doctor to find the plan that best fits you.
Wiley Booster Club Calendar – February 16-20, 2021
High School Basketball
- Tuesday, Feb 16 - Kim vs. Wiley @ Wiley @ 4 pm (2 games)
- Saturday, Feb 20 - Wiley vs. Cheraw @ Cheraw after JH games
Junior High Basketball
- Thursday, Feb 18 - Cheyenne Wells vs. Wiley @ Wiley @ 2 PM
- Saturday, Feb 20 - Wiley vs. Cheraw @ Cheraw @ 1 PM
Go Big Blue!
USDA Update - February 16, 2021
Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
National Guard, additional Texas resources deployed to counties to aid with winter storm
Staff from six state agencies are being deployed to help local officials clear roadways and assist essential workers in the health care and power grid industries in the wake of 2.7 million Texans being left without power after a winter storm hit the state.
Economic toll of multiple winter storms could result in billions of dollars in property, agricultural damage
Multiple winter storms are bringing snow, ice and dangerously cold temperatures as more than 100 million Americans are under a winter weather advisory, according to the National Weather Service.
EarthTalk – Should rivers be given legal rights?
Some places have begun to grant rivers legal rights similar to a person in order to protect the waterways.
Movie Review - Judas and the Black Messiah
This week, Bob Garver takes a look at "Judas and the Black Messiah," a strong candidate at this year's Oscar awards.
Major winter storm underway across the Plains, alerts out across the South
Texas governor, Greg Abbott, issued a state of emergency across the entire state ahead of the arrival of the storm, and secured a federal emergency declaration from the White House in order to make additional resources available for communities impacted by this weather event.
