Top News Image Colorado River governors express cautious optimism after ‘historic’ DC meeting With the deadline to reach a water usage agreement looming, leaders from the seven Colorado River Basin states expressed cautious optimism. Image Environmental groups, AG Weiser challenge Trump order to keep Colorado coal plant open Located in Moffat County, Craig Generating Station’s 446-megawatt Unit 1 had been scheduled to go offline Dec. 31. Image Ballot measure would require notice from Colorado law enforcement to immigration authorities Colorado voters in November will decide if law enforcement in the state should be required to work with federal immigration authorities. Image Colorado legislators to debate update to gun control law Colorado lawmakers will consider another update to the state’s “Red Flag” gun law this week in a Senate committee. Image How party politics divided Colorado in 1876 — and eased its path to statehood Reconstruction-era partisan conflicts overlapped with the Colorado Territory’s north-south divide. Image Top articles for the week ending January 24, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 24, 2026. National and Global News Image Environmental groups, AG Weiser challenge Trump order to keep Colorado coal plant open Located in Moffat County, Craig Generating Station’s 446-megawatt Unit 1 had been scheduled to go offline Dec. 31. Image Daily Audio Newscast - January 28, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image Politics: 2026Talks - January 28, 2026 Politics in the United States and around the world. Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - January 27, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image Politics: 2026Talks - January 27, 2026 Politics in the United States and around the world. Image Daily Audio Newscast - January 27, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - January 26, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image Deadly shooting in Minneapolis could lead to partial government shutdown over ICE funding Senators from Colorado say they’ll vote against funding bill for Homeland Security. Life in Kiowa County Haswell - Eads - Brandon - Sheridan Lake - Towner - Classifieds - Local Government - Sand Creek Image USDA Update – January 31, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Eads School breakfast and lunch menus - February 3-5, 2026 February 3-5, 2026, lunch menus for Eads schools in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Birthdays and Anniversaries - February 2-8, 2026 Celebrating birthdays and anniversaries in Kiowa County. Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Plainview School breakfast and lunch menus - February 2-5, 2026 February 2-5, 2026, breakfast and lunch menus for Plainview School in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Photo of the Week - January 30, 2026 Photo of the week from the January 30, 2026, edition of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado - Common Starlings take advantage of melting snow for a drink or a bath. - Chris Sorensen. Image About Town – January 26, 2025 Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden. 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Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores - January 20-24, 2026 January 20-24, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending January 24, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 24, 2026. Image Top articles for the week ending January 24, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 24, 2026. Economy Image Keeping Colorado’s coal plants projected to be costly for ratepayers Clean air advocates are pushing back against the Trump administration’s move to force utility companies to keep operating coal-fired power plants. Image Colorado jobless rate falls again, ranks 23rd nationally Colorado’s unemployment rate has dropped again, following the trend of previous months. Image North Dakota farmers not set up for success in 2026 North Dakota’s farmers are looking for higher profits but things may get worse before they get better. Image Utah beef prices reached a record high in 2025, report says Utah farmers saw record-high beef prices this year, but the benefits for the ranchers are likely short-term. Elections Image Ballot measure would require notice from Colorado law enforcement to immigration authorities Colorado voters in November will decide if law enforcement in the state should be required to work with federal immigration authorities. Image Letter: Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams seeks re-election Letter: Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams seeks re-election Image Letter: Joshua Robertson seeks election as Kiowa County Sheriff Letter: Joshua Robertson seeks election as Kiowa County Sheriff Image Utah Lieutenant Governor releases early findings from voter citizenship review Utah’s top elections official says her office has confirmed that more than 99.9 percent of Utah voters are U.S. citizens. Health & Living Image Curious Kids: Where do seashells come from? Seashells are so plentiful that you may sometimes take them for granted. Image Colorado Senate panel OKs legislation on vaccines The Colorado Senate Health and Human Services Committee has approved a new bill regarding vaccine policy. Image EarthTalk - How do we reduce food insecurity without increasing food waste? Food insecurity, the lacking of access to adequate food, is a prevalent global issue. Image EarthTalk - ¿Cómo podemos reducir la inseguridad alimentaria sin aumentar el desperdicio de alimentos? La inseguridad alimentaria, es decir, la falta de acceso a una alimentación adecuada, es un problema mundial muy extendido. Movie Reviews Image Movie Review - Mercy Critic Bob Garver looks at "Mercy." Does it have him crying "uncle? Image Movie Review - 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Critic Bob Garver looks at "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple." Was it worth the wait? Image Movie Review - Primate Critic Bob Garver looks at "Primate." Does he go ape for it, or did it drive him bananas? Image Movie Review - The Housemaid Critic Bob Garver looks at "The Housemaid." Does it make him feel at home? Agriculture Sponsored by our friends at Golden Plains Insurance Image USDA Update – January 31, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image New World screwworm migrates closer to Texas border Texas ranchers and those in the cattle industry are on high alert as more cases of New World screwworm infestations are reported. Image Free tax education webinar for farmers set Free tax education webinar for farmers set Image USDA names appointees to the Colorado Farm Service Agency State Committee The USDA Farm Service Agency has announced the appointment of five leaders in agriculture to serve Colorado's state committee. Government & Politics Image Environmental groups, AG Weiser challenge Trump order to keep Colorado coal plant open Located in Moffat County, Craig Generating Station’s 446-megawatt Unit 1 had been scheduled to go offline Dec. 31. Image Colorado Senate panel OKs legislation on vaccines The Colorado Senate Health and Human Services Committee has approved a new bill regarding vaccine policy. Image Rhetoric heats up in the Oklahoma Senate following accusations of drunken lawmakers The head of the Oklahoma Senate on Friday defended his decision to strip a fellow Republican of his leadership roles. Image How meat industry shapes U.S. politics and vice versa Agribusiness has spent $500 million so far to lobby for changes to the next farm bill - in particular to invalidate a California law. Crime, Court & Law Image Ballot measure would require notice from Colorado law enforcement to immigration authorities Colorado voters in November will decide if law enforcement in the state should be required to work with federal immigration authorities. Image Big Oil pushing back on state climate 'superfund' laws The nation’s largest lobbying arm of the oil and gas industry is calling on Congress to shield companies from a growing number of lawsuits. Image Arizona county attorney ignores board’s order to end ICE partnership Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller is doubling down on his decision to help federal immigration officials find and arrest people. Image Letter: Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams seeks re-election Letter: Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams seeks re-election Weather & Climate Image Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry and warm winter around Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry Image EarthTalk - How do we reduce food insecurity without increasing food waste? Food insecurity, the lacking of access to adequate food, is a prevalent global issue. Image EarthTalk - ¿Cómo podemos reducir la inseguridad alimentaria sin aumentar el desperdicio de alimentos? La inseguridad alimentaria, es decir, la falta de acceso a una alimentación adecuada, es un problema mundial muy extendido. Image Environmental groups, AG Weiser challenge Trump order to keep Colorado coal plant open Located in Moffat County, Craig Generating Station’s 446-megawatt Unit 1 had been scheduled to go offline Dec. 31. Personal Finance & Business Image Deadly shooting in Minneapolis could lead to partial government shutdown over ICE funding Senators from Colorado say they’ll vote against funding bill for Homeland Security. Image Free tax education webinar for farmers set Free tax education webinar for farmers set Image Winter weather to disrupt U.S. gas production, increase prices Widespread extreme cold is expected to restrict the production of natural gas in the U.S. in the coming days. Image TikTok’s new owner puts app’s algorithm in the spotlight – How the ‘For You’ page works Chinese tech giant ByteDance finalized its agreement to sell a majority stake in its video platform TikTok to a group of U.S. investors. 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Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Curious Kids: Where do seashells come from? Seashells are so plentiful that you may sometimes take them for granted. Outdoors & Entertainment Image Movie Review - Mercy Critic Bob Garver looks at "Mercy." Does it have him crying "uncle? Image Montana reward for illegally killed wolf increased to $31,000 Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks announced this week that the reward for information about a wolf killed out-of-season has increased. Image Home Country – Love counseling Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles. Image Colorado wildlife officials say no wolf releases planned this winter Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials said Wednesday that they have “no plans” relocate additional gray wolves into the state this winter. 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Image Colorado River governors express cautious optimism after ‘historic’ DC meeting With the deadline to reach a water usage agreement looming, leaders from the seven Colorado River Basin states expressed cautious optimism.
Image Environmental groups, AG Weiser challenge Trump order to keep Colorado coal plant open Located in Moffat County, Craig Generating Station’s 446-megawatt Unit 1 had been scheduled to go offline Dec. 31.
Image Ballot measure would require notice from Colorado law enforcement to immigration authorities Colorado voters in November will decide if law enforcement in the state should be required to work with federal immigration authorities.
Image Colorado legislators to debate update to gun control law Colorado lawmakers will consider another update to the state’s “Red Flag” gun law this week in a Senate committee.
Image How party politics divided Colorado in 1876 — and eased its path to statehood Reconstruction-era partisan conflicts overlapped with the Colorado Territory’s north-south divide.
Image Top articles for the week ending January 24, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 24, 2026.
Image Environmental groups, AG Weiser challenge Trump order to keep Colorado coal plant open Located in Moffat County, Craig Generating Station’s 446-megawatt Unit 1 had been scheduled to go offline Dec. 31.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - January 28, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - January 27, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - January 27, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - January 26, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Deadly shooting in Minneapolis could lead to partial government shutdown over ICE funding Senators from Colorado say they’ll vote against funding bill for Homeland Security.
Image USDA Update – January 31, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Eads School breakfast and lunch menus - February 3-5, 2026 February 3-5, 2026, lunch menus for Eads schools in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Birthdays and Anniversaries - February 2-8, 2026 Celebrating birthdays and anniversaries in Kiowa County.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Plainview School breakfast and lunch menus - February 2-5, 2026 February 2-5, 2026, breakfast and lunch menus for Plainview School in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Photo of the Week - January 30, 2026 Photo of the week from the January 30, 2026, edition of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado - Common Starlings take advantage of melting snow for a drink or a bath. - Chris Sorensen.
Image About Town – January 26, 2025 Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus - February 2-5, 2026 Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus for February 2-5, 2026.
Image USDA Update – January 31, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores - January 20-24, 2026 January 20-24, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores - January 20-24, 2026 January 20-24, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending January 24, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 24, 2026.
Image Top articles for the week ending January 24, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 24, 2026.
Image Keeping Colorado’s coal plants projected to be costly for ratepayers Clean air advocates are pushing back against the Trump administration’s move to force utility companies to keep operating coal-fired power plants.
Image Colorado jobless rate falls again, ranks 23rd nationally Colorado’s unemployment rate has dropped again, following the trend of previous months.
Image North Dakota farmers not set up for success in 2026 North Dakota’s farmers are looking for higher profits but things may get worse before they get better.
Image Utah beef prices reached a record high in 2025, report says Utah farmers saw record-high beef prices this year, but the benefits for the ranchers are likely short-term.
Image Ballot measure would require notice from Colorado law enforcement to immigration authorities Colorado voters in November will decide if law enforcement in the state should be required to work with federal immigration authorities.
Image Letter: Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams seeks re-election Letter: Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams seeks re-election
Image Letter: Joshua Robertson seeks election as Kiowa County Sheriff Letter: Joshua Robertson seeks election as Kiowa County Sheriff
Image Utah Lieutenant Governor releases early findings from voter citizenship review Utah’s top elections official says her office has confirmed that more than 99.9 percent of Utah voters are U.S. citizens.
Image Curious Kids: Where do seashells come from? Seashells are so plentiful that you may sometimes take them for granted.
Image Colorado Senate panel OKs legislation on vaccines The Colorado Senate Health and Human Services Committee has approved a new bill regarding vaccine policy.
Image EarthTalk - How do we reduce food insecurity without increasing food waste? Food insecurity, the lacking of access to adequate food, is a prevalent global issue.
Image EarthTalk - ¿Cómo podemos reducir la inseguridad alimentaria sin aumentar el desperdicio de alimentos? La inseguridad alimentaria, es decir, la falta de acceso a una alimentación adecuada, es un problema mundial muy extendido.
Image Movie Review - 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Critic Bob Garver looks at "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple." Was it worth the wait?
Image Movie Review - Primate Critic Bob Garver looks at "Primate." Does he go ape for it, or did it drive him bananas?
Image Movie Review - The Housemaid Critic Bob Garver looks at "The Housemaid." Does it make him feel at home?
Image USDA Update – January 31, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image New World screwworm migrates closer to Texas border Texas ranchers and those in the cattle industry are on high alert as more cases of New World screwworm infestations are reported.
Image USDA names appointees to the Colorado Farm Service Agency State Committee The USDA Farm Service Agency has announced the appointment of five leaders in agriculture to serve Colorado's state committee.
Image Environmental groups, AG Weiser challenge Trump order to keep Colorado coal plant open Located in Moffat County, Craig Generating Station’s 446-megawatt Unit 1 had been scheduled to go offline Dec. 31.
Image Colorado Senate panel OKs legislation on vaccines The Colorado Senate Health and Human Services Committee has approved a new bill regarding vaccine policy.
Image Rhetoric heats up in the Oklahoma Senate following accusations of drunken lawmakers The head of the Oklahoma Senate on Friday defended his decision to strip a fellow Republican of his leadership roles.
Image How meat industry shapes U.S. politics and vice versa Agribusiness has spent $500 million so far to lobby for changes to the next farm bill - in particular to invalidate a California law.
Image Ballot measure would require notice from Colorado law enforcement to immigration authorities Colorado voters in November will decide if law enforcement in the state should be required to work with federal immigration authorities.
Image Big Oil pushing back on state climate 'superfund' laws The nation’s largest lobbying arm of the oil and gas industry is calling on Congress to shield companies from a growing number of lawsuits.
Image Arizona county attorney ignores board’s order to end ICE partnership Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller is doubling down on his decision to help federal immigration officials find and arrest people.
Image Letter: Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams seeks re-election Letter: Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams seeks re-election
Image Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry and warm winter around Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry
Image EarthTalk - How do we reduce food insecurity without increasing food waste? Food insecurity, the lacking of access to adequate food, is a prevalent global issue.
Image EarthTalk - ¿Cómo podemos reducir la inseguridad alimentaria sin aumentar el desperdicio de alimentos? La inseguridad alimentaria, es decir, la falta de acceso a una alimentación adecuada, es un problema mundial muy extendido.
Image Environmental groups, AG Weiser challenge Trump order to keep Colorado coal plant open Located in Moffat County, Craig Generating Station’s 446-megawatt Unit 1 had been scheduled to go offline Dec. 31.
Image Deadly shooting in Minneapolis could lead to partial government shutdown over ICE funding Senators from Colorado say they’ll vote against funding bill for Homeland Security.
Image Winter weather to disrupt U.S. gas production, increase prices Widespread extreme cold is expected to restrict the production of natural gas in the U.S. in the coming days.
Image TikTok’s new owner puts app’s algorithm in the spotlight – How the ‘For You’ page works Chinese tech giant ByteDance finalized its agreement to sell a majority stake in its video platform TikTok to a group of U.S. investors.
Image Cooking at Home - Cuban Beans and Rice Vinegar, oregano, garlic, and onions kick up the flavor in this classic rice and bean recipe.
Image Cooking at Home - Cherry Puff Pancake Smells of vanilla, cinnamon, and fruit will fill your home after baking these cherry puff pancakes.
Image Cooking at Home - Scalloped Potatoes A hearty side dish that would go well with a flavorful fish recipe and a fresh green salad.
Image Cooking at Home - Mouth-Watering Oven-Fried Fish This spicy and savory oven-fried fish will be a hit in your home.
Image Letter To The Editor – Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Bill Introduced Colorado State Representative Ty Winter has introduced a bill to help families save on their back-to-school shopping.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Curious Kids: Where do seashells come from? Seashells are so plentiful that you may sometimes take them for granted.
Image Montana reward for illegally killed wolf increased to $31,000 Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks announced this week that the reward for information about a wolf killed out-of-season has increased.
Image Home Country – Love counseling Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image Colorado wildlife officials say no wolf releases planned this winter Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials said Wednesday that they have “no plans” relocate additional gray wolves into the state this winter.
Image Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry and warm winter around Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry
Image Curious Kids: Where do seashells come from? Seashells are so plentiful that you may sometimes take them for granted.
Image Feeling unprepared for the AI boom? You’re not alone "We’re seeing more AI-related products and advancements in a single day than we saw in a single year a decade ago."
Image How the polar vortex and warm ocean are intensifying a major US winter storm The sudden blast may come as a shock to many Americans after a mostly mild start to winter.
Image Election - Re-elect Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams Election - Re-elect Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams
