Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week.

Colorado's new laws taking effect Wednesday restrict sports betting deposits and credit card use, require missing person alert training for police, and limit artificial intelligence in mental health care to administrative tasks only.

Colorado experienced its worst heat wave in 75 years during late July, with the statewide average temperature reaching 78.75 degrees on July 27, breaking the previous record by more than 1.5 degrees.

A Rio Blanco County rancher joins seven others backing Boulder's lawsuit against fossil fuel companies for climate-related damages including wildfire costs and water scarcity.

John Adams Academy in Douglas County will deploy pepper spray drones this fall as part of a new active shooter response system developed by a Texas company.

State health officials and community advocates are demanding access to an Aurora immigration detention center to investigate a tuberculosis case after the private operator has refused to cooperate with a public health order for six weeks.

We start out talking to Daily Yonder contributor Kaitlyn McConnell about the future of small rural cemeteries in the Ozarks. As donations decline and cemetery caretakers age, communities and individuals will have to decide what happens to these sites of local history. Then we head to Montana, where theater-maker Michael Rohds is taking his show on the road, bringing interactive performances about mental health to communities around the state. Next, we’ll learn about a one-of-a-kind ballet in Wisconsin, where the dancing is done by farm equipment – hayrakes, to be exact. We’ll hear from French filmmaker Luce Fayolle about her time documenting the American Southwest, and musician and professor Trevor McKenzie brings us the story of Otto Wood, also known as the Appalachian Robin Hood. Our featured musician is Bill Salmon, who combines influences from funk to Klezmer in the hills of New Mexico. Tune in for all that, and more, on Yonder Radio.

Texas doctors say abortion bans impact care for expectant mothers, Oregon nonprofit has stepped up to fight the state's housing crisis and Arizona libraries now offering free streaming service.

Vance warns the GOP about young peoples’ socialist sympathies. Texas abortion bans cause headaches for physicians and a judge tosses a government suit against Harvard.

National security and conservation experts argue that reducing dependence on foreign oil through renewable energy would lower gas prices, prevent conflicts, and strengthen American security.

A Trump executive order to overhaul childhood vaccines plus proposed alterations to Head Start mean big changes for America’s rural kids, not everyone likes Georgia’s data centers but the state’s folk-art garden is a must-see, and its “mooing” time in America.

Three states plan to execute three men on the same day - It’s scheduled to happen today; The DOJ sues Connecticut over the in-state tuition for undocumented students law; a Pennsylvania civil rights complaint alleges school closures harm Black students; Line 5 tunnel gets the federal nod, but Michigan fight continues.

Democrat David Crowley’s primary win sets up Wisconsin governor’s race against the Trump GOP candidate; Clock is ticking for Trump’s version of Head Start in Colorado; Arizona's Hispanic youth encourage voter participation; Abuse, mismanagement linked to Ohio center for troubled teens.

Wisconsin Democrats nominate moderate David Crowley for governor, Trump ally Mike Lindell refuses to concede in Minnesota and inflation cools as Fed weighs its September rate decision.

Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.

Eads endures two more days of 101-degree heat before Wednesday storms bring relief and cooler temperatures through the weekend.

Eads faces repeated showers and thunderstorms through Monday before clearing skies and low 90s arrive Tuesday.

Eads hits 101 degrees Wednesday before monsoon moisture brings cooler temperatures and daily storm chances through the weekend.

Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending August 10, 2026.

Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.

Richard O'Brian, a pastor known in the community, passed away at Weisbrod Hospital in Eads with his wife Diane at his side.

Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, August 8, 2026.

Severe weather threatens Cheyenne Wells on Saturday with wind gusts potentially reaching 75 mph, large hail, and flooding as the main concerns through the weekend.

Cheyenne Wells reaches near 99 Wednesday before severe thunderstorms arrive overnight with threats of large hail, damaging winds and flooding.

Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.

Cheyenne Wells hits 101 Tuesday before thunderstorms and cooler weather arrive nearly daily through the weekend.

Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, August 8, 2026.

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, August 8, 2026.

Cheyenne Wells reaches near 100 degrees Saturday before afternoon storms could bring 70 mph winds and dry lightning to the area.

Cheyenne Wells hits 102 Monday before evening storms and a cold front drop temperatures into the low 80s Tuesday and Wednesday.

Young workers entering a shrinking labor market could earn significantly more than their parents and benefit from lower housing costs starting around 2040, demographers predict.

Congress passed the ROAD to Housing Act in July, the first major housing bill in decades, though experts say its regulatory reforms will only marginally ease the nation's affordability crisis.

States are cracking down on organized retail crime with new laws targeting cargo theft, gift card fraud and other sophisticated schemes that have evolved beyond traditional shoplifting.

Wyoming libraries offer free streaming services, computers, tools and tutoring to help residents stretch tight budgets.

A Washington court rejected a challenge to ballot language warning that repealing the state's Millionaire Tax would cut funding for education and human services.

A University of California study finds New Mexico voters punish Democratic candidates who avoid discussing climate change, especially those open to supporting the party.

Nebraska Republicans sue to block the America First Party from the November ballot, claiming its name and conservative messaging are designed to confuse voters and benefit a nonpartisan Senate candidate.

Two new political parties in Nebraska have cleared the signature threshold needed to become official, with organizers now required to submit bylaws and officer lists by August 27.

We start out talking to Daily Yonder contributor Kaitlyn McConnell about the future of small rural cemeteries in the Ozarks. As donations decline and cemetery caretakers age, communities and individuals will have to decide what happens to these sites of local history. Then we head to Montana, where theater-maker Michael Rohds is taking his show on the road, bringing interactive performances about mental health to communities around the state. Next, we’ll learn about a one-of-a-kind ballet in Wisconsin, where the dancing is done by farm equipment – hayrakes, to be exact. We’ll hear from French filmmaker Luce Fayolle about her time documenting the American Southwest, and musician and professor Trevor McKenzie brings us the story of Otto Wood, also known as the Appalachian Robin Hood. Our featured musician is Bill Salmon, who combines influences from funk to Klezmer in the hills of New Mexico. Tune in for all that, and more, on Yonder Radio.

Colorado families have less than two months to comment on Trump administration plans that would loosen Head Start staffing requirements and eliminate nearly 1,400 program regulations.

Road engineers are turning to recycled plastic, old tires, and smart technology to build longer-lasting highways while cutting greenhouse gas emissions and construction waste.

A federal appeals court acquitted Chinese-American chemistry professor Feng Tao of espionage charges after the University of Kansas pursued his prosecution following an anonymous tip.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife urges residents to secure trash and keep distance from wildlife as drought and wildfires force animals to search harder for food and water.

Colorado's Department of Agriculture hosts two virtual meetings in August to gather public input on rules for a new loan program helping land trusts and beginning farmers protect and access agricultural land.

Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week.

Colorado's new laws taking effect Wednesday restrict sports betting deposits and credit card use, require missing person alert training for police, and limit artificial intelligence in mental health care to administrative tasks only.

Vance warns the GOP about young peoples’ socialist sympathies. Texas abortion bans cause headaches for physicians and a judge tosses a government suit against Harvard.

Montana’s Communications Advisory Commission on Monday approved spending more than $300 million.

Kansas has launched a new program designed to help individuals and families financially impacted by COVID-19 pay rent, utility and internet bills.

More than 30 House Democrats, including Colorado's Jason Crow and Diana DeGette, are pushing Speaker Johnson to vote on a bill that would ban members of Congress and the president from owning stocks.

Marion, Kansas settles with reporter Phyllis Zorn for $850,000 over a 2023 police raid on the Marion County Record that violated press freedom protections.

Colorado's new laws taking effect Wednesday restrict sports betting deposits and credit card use, require missing person alert training for police, and limit artificial intelligence in mental health care to administrative tasks only.

John Adams Academy in Douglas County will deploy pepper spray drones this fall as part of a new active shooter response system developed by a Texas company.

Nebraska Republicans sue to block the America First Party from the November ballot, claiming its name and conservative messaging are designed to confuse voters and benefit a nonpartisan Senate candidate.

Showers and thunderstorms will drench Lamar nearly daily through Sunday before heat and sunshine return Tuesday with highs near 96.

Severe weather threatens Cheyenne Wells on Saturday with wind gusts potentially reaching 75 mph, large hail, and flooding as the main concerns through the weekend.

Eads faces repeated showers and thunderstorms through Monday before clearing skies and low 90s arrive Tuesday.

Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week.

Colorado's Department of Agriculture hosts two virtual meetings in August to gather public input on rules for a new loan program helping land trusts and beginning farmers protect and access agricultural land.

Utah has spent an estimated $33 million fighting wildfires so far this year and could exceed last year's record total before the season ends in September.

Seven in 10 Americans support unions, but federal and state labor laws prevent most workers who want to join from doing so, according to a new report.

CoreCivic's sale of its Leavenworth immigration detention facility to the federal government undermines city safeguards Leavenworth officials negotiated to protect detainees and preserve tax revenue.

Caldwell County Judge Hoppy Haden signed a land deal tied to a proposed data center, prompting residents to question whether he has a conflict of interest and call for his resignation.

Colorado families have less than two months to comment on Trump administration plans that would loosen Head Start staffing requirements and eliminate nearly 1,400 program regulations.

Colorado's new laws taking effect Wednesday restrict sports betting deposits and credit card use, require missing person alert training for police, and limit artificial intelligence in mental health care to administrative tasks only.

A federal appeals court acquitted Chinese-American chemistry professor Feng Tao of espionage charges after the University of Kansas pursued his prosecution following an anonymous tip.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife urges residents to secure trash and keep distance from wildlife as drought and wildfires force animals to search harder for food and water.

Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience?

A University of New Mexico emergency medicine doctor says hikers bitten by rattlesnakes should walk calmly to safety and seek medical care quickly rather than applying tourniquets or panicking.

Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.

When you think of a desert, you probably imagine giant waves of sand dunes beneath a blazing Sun.

The middle finger is usually the longest. It acts as the hand’s central axis, helping to balance and guide movements. Its length also allows it to work with the other fingers to grip objects securely.

A black hole is an object so massive and dense that even light cannot escape its gravity.

For baseball players, seeing the ball clearly can be the difference between making a game-winning catch and watching the winning run score.