THURSDAY, September 17, 2026|
Photo – Lola Armijo and family receives award – Courtesy City of Rawlins
Rawlins officials recognized a local business owner for hosting multiple community events.
Every month, the Rawlins Volunteer Committee selects a person or organization to honor for their service to the city. During Tuesday’s Rawlins City Council meeting, Public Information Officer and Volunteer Committee Member Mira Miller announced that LA Looks and More owner Lola Armijo was chosen to receive the September Community Builder Award.
LA Looks and More is a retail gift shop and floral studio located at 804 West Spruce Street in Rawlins.
Continuing the presentation, Volunteer Committee Member Mira Miller said that when Armijo opened her business two years ago, she chose to make it more than a retail space by hosting a range of community events.
Miller said Armijo has fond memories of attending past events in Rawlins and wanted to share that experience with the community, adding that the business owner donates generously to local causes. Miller encouraged residents to follow Armijo’s commitment to public service.
Armijo thanked the city for the award. She said she genuinely loves to give back to the community and that even a small act of kindness can make a big difference in someone’s life. Armijo said her business has allowed her to help more residents.
Armijo said she hopes to continue hosting events for the community and thanked those who have supported her. Vice Mayor Darril Garner commended Armijo for her dedication.
Every Community Builder Award winner receives a plaque and $100 to donate to a non-profit organization of their choice. Lola Armijo chose to give her prize money to the domestic violence victim-support group, Carbon County COVE.
