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Image Colorado considers daily rate increase at private prisons Colorado considers daily rate increase at private prisons
Image Colorado prisons denied funds for 900 additional beds Legislators want to see a plan to address growing population with fewer releases.
Image Bill to provide tax breaks for data centers reintroduced by Colorado lawmakers HB-1030 sponsors aim to address environmental, ratepayer concerns
Image Millions raised by Bennet, Weiser in 2025 ahead of primary contest for Colorado governor Bennet gains advantage from super PAC money.
Image US Education Department delays plan to garnish wages of student borrowers in default The U.S. Department of Education, for now, is backtracking on plans to garnish wages and seize tax refunds.
Image Top articles for the week ending January 17, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 17, 2026.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - January 23, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
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 Daily Audio Newscast - January 23, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - January 22, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - January 22, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Photo of the Week - January 23, 2026 Photo of the week from the January 23, 2026, edition of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado - More snow fell Monday than expected for many Kiowa County residents. - Chris Sorensen.
Image Kiowa County weather recap - January 21, 2026 Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending January 21, 2026.
Image Obituary - Trey James Thayer Obituary for Trey James Thayer, formerly of Cheyenne County, Colorado.
Image Pages from the Past - From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press - January 18, 2026 From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.
Image Top articles for the week ending January 17, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 17, 2026.
Image Plainview School breakfast and lunch menus - January 19-22, 2026 January 19-22, 2026, breakfast and lunch menus for Plainview School in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Photo of the Week - January 16, 2026 Photo of the week from the January 16, 2026, edition of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado - Deer near Eads in Kiowa County, Colorado. - Chris Sorensen.
Image High Plains No-Till Conference returns to Burlington in February The Colorado Conservation Tillage Association will return to Burlington, Colorado, on Feb. 3 and 4, 2026.
Image Southeast Colorado high school boys basketball scores - January 13-17, 2026 January 13-17, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado high school girls basketball scores -January 13-17, 2026 January 13-17, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending January 17, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 17, 2026.
Image Top articles for the week ending January 17, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 17, 2026.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule - January 20-24, 2026 January 20-24, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - January 20-24, 2026 January 20-24, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores - January 3-10, 2026 January 3-10, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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 Tax measure for Front Range passenger rail could appear on 2026 ballot Colorado voters along the Front Range could decide on whether to approve a new tax this year to help fund passenger rail service.
Image Millions raised by Bennet, Weiser in 2025 ahead of primary contest for Colorado governor Bennet gains advantage from super PAC money.
Image Alaska judges appear skeptical about American Samoan voter misconduct case Members of Alaska’s Court of Appeals appeared skeptical Thursday about an Alaska prosecutors’ claim.
Image Federal courts deny Trump request for private voter data in two states The Trump administration hit two major legal roadblocks this week in its effort to obtain sensitive personal voter data from states.
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 Eating less ultraprocessed food supports healthier aging, new research shows Older adults can dramatically reduce the amount of ultraprocessed foods they eat while keeping a familiar, balanced diet.
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 North Dakota farmers adapt to consumer habits, new federal guidelines As health experts debate the latest recommendations, family farm advocates hope producers are able to make needed operational changes.
Image Coalition presses USDA to limit funds for manure digesters Groups that focus on the environment and small farms are asking the USDA to stop funding systems that produce natural gas from manure.
Image High Plains No-Till Conference returns to Burlington in February The Colorado Conservation Tillage Association will return to Burlington, Colorado, on Feb. 3 and 4, 2026.
Image Colorado aims to reduce costs for wildfire insurance Insurance isn’t exactly the go-to topic when the firefighters meet for coffee in the kitchen.
Image Justice Department seeks interview with Representative Crow over illegal orders video The U.S. Justice Department requested an interview with U.S. Representative Jason Crow over a video.
Image North Dakota farmers adapt to consumer habits, new federal guidelines As health experts debate the latest recommendations, family farm advocates hope producers are able to make needed operational changes.
Image Colorado considers daily rate increase at private prisons Colorado considers daily rate increase at private prisons
Image Colorado considers daily rate increase at private prisons Colorado considers daily rate increase at private prisons
Image Colorado prisons denied funds for 900 additional beds Legislators want to see a plan to address growing population with fewer releases.
Image Colorado AG Phil Weiser talks Trump battles after one year President Donald Trump has been back in office now for one year, and Attorney General Phil Weiser spent most of that time fighting Trump actions.
Image Alaska judges appear skeptical about American Samoan voter misconduct case Members of Alaska’s Court of Appeals appeared skeptical Thursday about an Alaska prosecutors’ claim.
Image Coalition presses USDA to limit funds for manure digesters Groups that focus on the environment and small farms are asking the USDA to stop funding systems that produce natural gas from manure.
Image Trump’s coal agenda could cut worker productivity, lifetime earnings The Trump administration has blocked the implementation of tougher wastewater treatment standards for coal-fired power plants in Wyoming.
Image Kiowa County weather recap - January 21, 2026 Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending January 21, 2026.
Image EV sales are way down, but industry experts remain optimistic Across the country, dealers sold about 20 percent fewer used electric cars in October than in September.
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 Colorado considers daily rate increase at private prisons Colorado considers daily rate increase at private prisons
Image Colorado aims to reduce costs for wildfire insurance Insurance isn’t exactly the go-to topic when the firefighters meet for coffee in the kitchen.
Image Colorado prisons denied funds for 900 additional beds Legislators want to see a plan to address growing population with fewer releases.
Image Cooking at Home - Curried Potatoes Serve these flavorful potatoes with roasted chicken and a salad for a filling and tasty dinner.
Image Cooking at Home - New England Johnny Cake This Johnny Cake serves a crowd. Enjoy it with fresh or canned fruit.
Image Cooking at Home - Deep Dish Apple Cranberry Pie Cranberries and apples are the perfect combination for this delicious homemade dessert.
Image Bill to provide tax breaks for data centers reintroduced by Colorado lawmakers HB-1030 sponsors aim to address environmental, ratepayer concerns
Image USDA accepting applications for the 1890 National Scholars program Students around the country are invited to complete and submit their applications online.
Image Magdalen Haase named to Missouri State University's fall 2025 dean's list Magdalen Haase named to Missouri State University's fall 2025 dean's list
Image Pesticide continued education credits available during southeast Colorado workshops The Southeast Area Extension announces the 2026 pesticide continued education classes.
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 CPW to award $1.2 million for restoring wetland habitat for waterfowl, at-risk species Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeking applications for wetland and riparian restoration
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 Home Country – Starting at the top Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
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 Eating less ultraprocessed food supports healthier aging, new research shows Older adults can dramatically reduce the amount of ultraprocessed foods they eat while keeping a familiar, balanced diet.
Image Colorado ranks among the highest states in the country for flu – why the 2025-26 flu season is hitting hard Colorado is among the top five states with the most flu activity in the country, with doctor’s visits for flu-like illness at a 30-year record high.
Image Colorado ranchers and consumers can team up to make beef supply chains more sustainable Beef production provides a valuable contribution to human health while also impacting the natural environment.
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