Periodic storms across southeast Colorado have contributed to further improvements in drought conditions while the western half of the state continues to see the worst of this year’s impacts.

As much as two inches of rain fell in parts of Las Animas, Baca and Prowers counties, contributing to the improvement for the far southeast.

Most of Crowley County, along with lesser portions of Otero, Bent and Kiowa counties, shifted from extreme to severe drought.

Each year, Lamar Community College offers two courses for students and community members interested in learning how to prepare and file tax returns: Individual Income Tax Preparation (ACC 132) and a Lab Practicum (ACC 133). 

This week at Lamar Theatre

Breakfast

September 3: hash browns, sausage, toast, orange juice, V8, milk, fruit

September 4: egg patty, toast, apple juice, V-8, milk, fruit

September 5: no school

September 6: no school

Lunch

September 3: Bean and cheese burritos, green chili, apple sauce, milk, fruit and salad bar

September 4: chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, orange, rolls, milk, fruit and salad bar

Dear EarthTalk: I know that ranchers and environmentalists have traditionally been at odds, but what are some ways they are working together these days? -- Jim H., Boone, IA

Ranchers and environmental advocates haven’t always seen eye-to-eye, but the differences between the two aren’t as extreme anymore, as more and more ranchers have come around to the understanding that taking good care of the land supports both economic stability and environmental health.

Listed by exhibitor, level, project, exhibit class, state placing 

Aaron Musgrave           

Int-Shooting Sports-Shotgun-qualifier

Int-Clothing Construction- STEAM 2-6th

Addison Courkamp       

Jr-Cake Decorating--9th

Alexa Nelson    

Int-Shooting Sports-Archery-qualifier

Int-Foods & Nutrition-Dehydrating-1st Champion

Int-Heritage Arts-Quilting-2nd

Bent County has recently been flooded with counterfeit bills. The Bent County Sheriff’s Office is asking people to pay close attention to any $5, $10, $20 or $50 bills they receive.

Currency with the serial numbers listed below is likely to be counterfeit. Anyone spotting one of these bills is urged to contact local law enforcement. Do not attempt to use the counterfeit bills – doing so is a crime.

Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper and U.S. President Donald J. Trump have ordered flags lowered to half-staff at public buildings until sunset Sunday, September 2 to honor Arizona Senator John McCain.

Senator McCain died Saturday.

“John McCain dedicated his life to serving this country,” said Governor Hickenlooper. “We (and the world) lost an incredible leader. He could never have imagined how much he’ll be missed.”