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Image Photo of the Week - June 6, 2025 Photo of the week from the June 6, 2025, edition of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado - Spiderwort blossoms in Kiowa County, Colorado - Chris Sorensen. Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells - Kit Carson - Wild Horse Subscribe Today! Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending May 31, 2025 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending May 31, 2025. Image Top articles for the week ending May 31, 2025 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending May 31, 2025. Image Southeast Colorado Events Calendar – May 3-30, 2025 Events in southeast Colorado for May 3-30, 2025. Image Your Story: In the Beginning – Hammer Family History Part 20 Ernie Hammer is a long time Kiowa County Press contributor. This story is written by Ernie’s Aunt Liz, Elizabeth Katherine (Hammer) Smith Benatti. 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Image Top articles for the week ending May 31, 2025 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending May 31, 2025.
Image Colorado drought intensifies in the west, improvements for the plains An estimated 777,133 Coloradans - about 13% of the state’s population - are now living in drought-affected areas.
Image More Colorado workplaces are becoming safe places for employees in recovery Colorado is one of more than 30 states that have launched recovery-friendly workplace programs in recent years.
Image Colorado's K-12 schools wrestle with declining enrollment Colorado’s birth rate has been declining since 2005 and at a faster pace than the national average since 2011.
Image U.S. Supreme Court rules in favor of controversial Utah oil train The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of a controversial railway that would connect Colorado to Utah’s oil-rich Uinta Basin.
Image Colorado sees sixth case of measles with child in Arapahoe County A child under age 5 from Arapahoe County has contracted measles after traveling internationally.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending May 31, 2025 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending May 31, 2025.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - May 30, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image The rise and fall – and rise again – of white-tailed deer It may be surprising to learn that white-tailed deer were nearly extinct about a century ago.
Image Republicans defend spending bill, which could strip Medicaid from 200K Coloradans Representatives Gabe Evans and Lauren Boebert tout federal measure during appearance at Colorado Capitol.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - May 30, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - May 29, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Alcohol emerges as prominent health concern for women Public health officials are warning about the prevalence of alcohol misuse, and the added health risks for women.
Image Top articles for the week ending May 31, 2025 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending May 31, 2025.
Image Southeast Colorado Events Calendar – May 3-30, 2025 Events in southeast Colorado for May 3-30, 2025.
Image Pages from the Past - From the 138-year history of the Kiowa County Press - June 1, 2025 From the 138-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending May 31, 2025 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending May 31, 2025.
Image Top articles for the week ending May 24, 2025 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending May 23, 2025.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending May 24, 2025 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending May 24, 2025.
Image Photo of the Week - June 6, 2025 Photo of the week from the June 6, 2025, edition of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado - Spiderwort blossoms in Kiowa County, Colorado - Chris Sorensen.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending May 31, 2025 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending May 31, 2025.
Image Top articles for the week ending May 31, 2025 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending May 31, 2025.
Image Southeast Colorado Events Calendar – May 3-30, 2025 Events in southeast Colorado for May 3-30, 2025.
Image Your Story: In the Beginning – Hammer Family History Part 20 Ernie Hammer is a long time Kiowa County Press contributor. This story is written by Ernie’s Aunt Liz, Elizabeth Katherine (Hammer) Smith Benatti.
Image USDA Update – May 28, 2025 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Congresswoman Lauren Boebert announces staff mobile office hours for June Staff from Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s office will be holding Mobile Office Hours in June across the district.
Image Town of Cheyenne Wells Meeting Minutes – April 14, 2025 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Town of Cheyenne Wells town council for April 14, 2025.
Image Southeast Colorado high school baseball class 2A playoff scores – May 23-24, 2025 May 23-24, 2025, baseball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Beyond the backlash: What evidence shows about the economic impact of DEI Missing from much of the debate is a crucial question: What are the tangible costs and benefits of DEI?
Image Unemployment rate stays the same despite Colorado's gain in jobs Colorado’s unemployment rate was unchanged in April, even though the state gained 8,400 nonfarm jobs.
Image Utah economy, job creation lead the nation but aren’t safe from federal policies’ impact Utah’s rates on unemployment and job growth are surpassing national averages this year.
Image Largest cities are growing again but getting more unaffordable For a second year in a row, New York City and Los Angeles were among the cities with the most population growth.
Image Man sentenced for threatening Colorado, Arizona election officials A Colorado man who threatened Democratic election officials in Colorado and Arizona was sentenced to 37 months Thursday.
Image Proposed proof-of-citizenship bill could impact all registered voters in Texas Voting rights advocates in Texas are speaking out against a proof-of-citizenship bill before lawmakers.
Image Lawsuits challenge three voter-related laws passed by Montana Legislature Two lawsuits challenging three different voter-related laws passed during the 2025 Legislative Session were filed this month in Montana.
Image Part of Voting Rights Act gutted for North Dakota, other midwestern states Legal groups are weighing an appeal after a court ruling this week that left voters in several states at a disadvantage.
Image Colorado's K-12 schools wrestle with declining enrollment Colorado’s birth rate has been declining since 2005 and at a faster pace than the national average since 2011.
Image More Colorado workplaces are becoming safe places for employees in recovery Colorado is one of more than 30 states that have launched recovery-friendly workplace programs in recent years.
Image Rent-setting software ban supporters blast Polis veto Colorado Democratic lawmakers criticized Governor Jared Polis after he vetoed a bill Thursday afternoon.
Image New Mexico's near-universal child care a 'life-saver' for many families Predominantly free statewide child care is helping lift many New Mexico families out of poverty.
Image Movie Review - Lilo & Stitch Critic Bob Garver looks at Disney's remake of "Lilo & Stitch." Did it equal the 2002 original?
Image Movie Review - Clown in a Cornfield Critic Bob Garver looks at "Clown in a Cornfield" Was it outstanding?
Image Movie Review - The Accountant 2 Critic Bob Garver looks at the sequal "The Accountant 2." Does it add up for him?
Image Colorado drought intensifies in the west, improvements for the plains An estimated 777,133 Coloradans - about 13% of the state’s population - are now living in drought-affected areas.
Image Solar panels’ shade helps boost Colorado grassland productivity in dry years In Colorado, electrical transmission infrastructure, abundant sunlight and short vegetation have made grasslands a prime target for solar development.
Image Texas family transitions from growing chickens to growing hemp An east Texas farming family is reaping the benefits after transitioning from industrial chicken farming to growing hemp.
Image USDA Update – May 28, 2025 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Rent-setting software ban supporters blast Polis veto Colorado Democratic lawmakers criticized Governor Jared Polis after he vetoed a bill Thursday afternoon.
Image Boulder County Commissioners statement on being labeled “sanctuary jurisdiction” The Boulder County Commissioners are aware that the county has been listed as a “sanctuary jurisdiction” by the Department of Homeland Security.
Image Colorado to receive $14 million in talcum powder settlement Colorado will receive approximately 2 percent of a nationwide $700 million settlement.
Image Jena Griswold questioned by Colorado lawmakers over voting systems password leak Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold said her office delayed telling county clerks about a voting equipment password leak.
Image Suspected stolen vehicle causes head-on crash near Denver Five people transported for medical treatment following the crash.
Image Lawsuits filed against NPS over Yellowstone bison plan The National Park Service faces at least two lawsuits for its latest bison management plan for Yellowstone National Park.
Image Nebraska Liquor Control Commission suspends director, citing joint federal-state investigation The Nebraska Liquor Control Commission suspended its executive director, Hobert “Hobie” Rupe, without pay Thursday.
Image Kansas County finds financial problems with credit cards, awaits KBI conclusions County leaders are awaiting information from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation to determine how possible financial mismanagement may have affected the county.
Image Measles cases are on the rise − here’s how to make sure you’re protected A neurologist and medical epidemiologist explains how and when you should take action.
Image Solar panels’ shade helps boost Colorado grassland productivity in dry years In Colorado, electrical transmission infrastructure, abundant sunlight and short vegetation have made grasslands a prime target for solar development.
Image EarthTalk - What is mariculture and why are proponents so bullish on it? Mariculture has an alternative that can help mitigate environmental challenges and even climate change.
Image EarthTalk - ¿Qué es la maricultura y por qué sus defensores apuestan tan firmemente por ella como solución a los retos medioambientales? La maricultura ofrece una alternativa que puede ayudar a mitigar los retos medioambientales e incluso el cambio climático.
Image Beyond the backlash: What evidence shows about the economic impact of DEI Missing from much of the debate is a crucial question: What are the tangible costs and benefits of DEI?
Image More Colorado workplaces are becoming safe places for employees in recovery Colorado is one of more than 30 states that have launched recovery-friendly workplace programs in recent years.
Image Rent-setting software ban supporters blast Polis veto Colorado Democratic lawmakers criticized Governor Jared Polis after he vetoed a bill Thursday afternoon.
Image Latest school funding bill heads back to Texas House Members of American Federation of Teachers-Texas hope the latest version of the school funding bill before lawmakers will help with budget shortfalls.
Image Cooking at Home - Kibbeh Khamoustah This traditionally Kurdish dish is delicious, fresh, and flavorful!
Image Cooking at Home - Hot-Wing-Flavored Chicken with Ranch Sauce Enjoy this spicy chicken dish with a side salad or carrot and celery sticks.
Image Cooking at Home - Herbed Spinach Quiche Portabella Caps Here's a savory, healthful, time-saving twist to breakfast quiche.
Image Solar panels’ shade helps boost Colorado grassland productivity in dry years In Colorado, electrical transmission infrastructure, abundant sunlight and short vegetation have made grasslands a prime target for solar development.
Image Colorado's K-12 schools wrestle with declining enrollment Colorado’s birth rate has been declining since 2005 and at a faster pace than the national average since 2011.
Image Curious Kids: In what order did the planets in our solar system form? A cloud of collapsing gas created our Sun, the first thing to form in our solar system. This happened about 4½ billion years ago.
Image Latest school funding bill heads back to Texas House Members of American Federation of Teachers-Texas hope the latest version of the school funding bill before lawmakers will help with budget shortfalls.
Image Home Country – Praying for rain Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image Lawsuits filed against NPS over Yellowstone bison plan The National Park Service faces at least two lawsuits for its latest bison management plan for Yellowstone National Park.
Image The rise and fall – and rise again – of white-tailed deer It may be surprising to learn that white-tailed deer were nearly extinct about a century ago.
Image Movie Review - Lilo & Stitch Critic Bob Garver looks at Disney's remake of "Lilo & Stitch." Did it equal the 2002 original?
Image Trump wants to cut funding to sanctuary cities and towns – but they don’t actually violate federal law There is no federal requirement that state or local governments participate or cooperate in federal immigration enforcement.
Image Beyond the backlash: What evidence shows about the economic impact of DEI Missing from much of the debate is a crucial question: What are the tangible costs and benefits of DEI?
Image Researchers uncovered hundreds of genes linked to OCD, providing clues about how it changes the brain Obsessive compulsive disorder has many unknowns, including what causes it, why symptoms can differ, and how medication and therapy for it actually work.
Image More Colorado workplaces are becoming safe places for employees in recovery Colorado is one of more than 30 states that have launched recovery-friendly workplace programs in recent years.
