Plainsman Herald

06/21/2026

06/18/2026

IT'S READY
After more than a decade of research, interviews, collecting photographs, and preserving stories that might otherwise have been lost, Broomcorn on the High Plains is now available online.

At 250 pages, this book is our contribution to the America 250 commemoration—a reminder that the story of the United States was not built only in major cities and famous landmarks, but also in places like the High Plains where generations of families worked the land, built communities, and helped feed and supply a growing nation.

Co-authored by Kent Brooks and Steven Doner, Broomcorn on the High Plains documents the rise of an agricultural industry that once made southeastern Colorado a center of broomcorn production and helped shape the culture and economy of the region. Drawing on years of research, historical photographs, newspapers, and firsthand accounts, the book preserves a chapter of American history that deserves to be remembered.

We are grateful to everyone who shared stories, artifacts, photographs, and encouragement throughout this journey.
Order your copy today:

https://tinyurl.com/34xbphc9

We have ordered copies for USA 250/ Walsh 100 4th of July Celebration and Steve Doner is planning to be there with the first physical copies (if they come in). We also plan to have them at the 2026 Baca Fair and Rodeo.

Broomcorn on the High Plains: A Photographic Record is a richly illustrated journey into the history of the broomcorn industry in Baca County Colorado. Through rare photographs, newspaper archives, personal stories, and historical research, authors Kent Brooks and Steve Doner document the people, ha...

06/17/2026

Who has extra pennies laying around? Bring them in to Lamar or Springfield branch for a chance to win!!

06/12/2026

View Tanya Elizabeth Nusser's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

06/12/2026

We’re in our Smoked Meats era…and the smoked pulled pork for tomorrow’s dinner is smelling like perfection (if we do say so ourselves). See you tomorrow (Friday, June 12th) at Cat Creek Event Center for all the goods. Bring your appetite. (We drooled a little typing this…not gonna lie).

06/12/2026

*Update: Our Street Sup. says wind conditions have improved earlier than anticipated!! They are moving plans up to 9:45 PM tonight, June 11, 2026

Heads up, Folks!

The Street Department is preparing to fog for mosquitos tonight!! If the wind continues to subside and cooperate, they are planning to be out and about around 11:30 PM tonight, June 11, 2026.

06/11/2026

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