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Image Colorado AG Weiser supports emergency redistricting to offset gerrymandering in other states Phil Weiser said he would support a state constitutional amendment that would allow the state to redraw its congressional districts Image USDA says it can’t shuffle funds to extend food assistance during shutdown The U.S. Department of Agriculture said the agency’s contingency fund cannot legally be used to provide food assistance benefits. National and Global News Image Politics: 2025Talks - October 27, 2025 Politics in the United States and around the world. Image Daily Audio Newscast - October 27, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending October 25, 2025 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending October 25, 2025. Image Pay for Trump and Congress continues in shutdown, unless they ask it be held Some members of Congress are asking for their salaries to be withheld during the government shutdown. Image USDA says it can’t shuffle funds to extend food assistance during shutdown The U.S. Department of Agriculture said the agency’s contingency fund cannot legally be used to provide food assistance benefits. Image Social Security payments to rise 2.8 percent, a tick below inflation rate Social Security benefits will see a 2.8 percent increase in payments next year. Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - October 24, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image US Senate fails to move ahead on bills extending pay to federal workers during shutdown The Senate Thursday failed to advance a Republican measure and rejected unanimous agreements on two related bills from Democrats. 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Image US economy is already on the edge – a prolonged government shutdown could send it tumbling over The economic consequences of the current federal government shutdown hinge critically on how long it lasts. Image Economists say job losses likely, even as shutdown delays report Friday’s jobs report is missing in action because of the federal shutdown, but economists are finding other ways of measuring apparent job losses. Elections Image Early returns show Colorado off-year election turnout rebounding in 2025 Early data shows 2025 mail ballot returns significantly outpacing figures from the past two off-year elections. Image Utah GOP changes tactics to repeal independent map-drawing law Another twist cropped up in Utah’s court-ordered redistricting legal battle. 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Image Trump tried to lay off more than 2,000 Interior staff in shutdown plan now on hold The Interior Department announced Monday it will pause efforts to lay off 2,050 employees throughout the countr. Image Home Country – Alaskan chicken Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles. The Conversation Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics. Image Curious Kids: Why are elements like radium dangerous? To an untrained eye, a small piece of radium may look like a chip off a regular gray rock. Image How AI can improve storm surge forecasts to help save lives Hurricanes are America’s most destructive natural hazards, causing more deaths and property damage than any other type of disaster. Image Concerns about AI-written police reports spur states to regulate the emerging practice Up until October 2025, only Utah had required that police even admit they were using an AI assistant to draft their reports. 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Image Colorado patients still hit with 'surprise' hospital bills Hospital financial assistance programs are commonplace, and many patients rely on them.
Image Early returns show Colorado off-year election turnout rebounding in 2025 Early data shows 2025 mail ballot returns significantly outpacing figures from the past two off-year elections.
Image Coloradans conflicted over immigration crackdowns and the realities of how they are carried out We asked hundreds of Coloradans what they thought of the Trump administration’s immigration policies and tactics. This is what they said.
Image Top articles for the week ending October 25, 2025 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending October 25, 2025.
Image Colorado AG Weiser supports emergency redistricting to offset gerrymandering in other states Phil Weiser said he would support a state constitutional amendment that would allow the state to redraw its congressional districts
Image USDA says it can’t shuffle funds to extend food assistance during shutdown The U.S. Department of Agriculture said the agency’s contingency fund cannot legally be used to provide food assistance benefits.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - October 27, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending October 25, 2025 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending October 25, 2025.
Image Pay for Trump and Congress continues in shutdown, unless they ask it be held Some members of Congress are asking for their salaries to be withheld during the government shutdown.
Image USDA says it can’t shuffle funds to extend food assistance during shutdown The U.S. Department of Agriculture said the agency’s contingency fund cannot legally be used to provide food assistance benefits.
Image Social Security payments to rise 2.8 percent, a tick below inflation rate Social Security benefits will see a 2.8 percent increase in payments next year.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - October 24, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image US Senate fails to move ahead on bills extending pay to federal workers during shutdown The Senate Thursday failed to advance a Republican measure and rejected unanimous agreements on two related bills from Democrats.
Image About Town – October 27, 2025 Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.
Image Southeast Colorado high school football scores - October 24-25, 2025 October 24-25, 2025, football scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Eads School Calendar - October 27-December 5, 2025 Eads school calendar in Kiowa County, Colorado, for October 27-December 5, 2025
Image Plainview School Calendar October 30-December 5, 2025 Plainview school calendar in Kiowa County, Colorado, for October 30-December 5, 2025
Image Colorado high school softball state playoffs scores - October 24-25, 2025 October 24-25, 2025, volleyball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image McClave School Calendar October 28-December 6, 2025 McClave school calendar in Bent County, Colorado, for October 28-December 6, 2025
Image Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores - October 20-25, 2025 October 20-25, 2025, volleyball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Pages from the Past - From the 138-year history of the Kiowa County Press - October 26, 2025 From the 138-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.
Image Cheyenne Wells School Calendar October 27-December 6, 2025 Cheyenne Wells school calendar in Cheyenne County, Colorado, for October 27-December 6, 2025
Image Kit Carson School Calendar October 28-December 2, 2025 Kit Carson school calendar in Cheyenne County, Colorado, for October 28-December 2, 2025
Image Southeast Colorado high school football scores - October 24-25, 2025 October 24-25, 2025, football scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores - October 20-25, 2025 October 20-25, 2025, volleyball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Colorado high school softball state playoffs scores - October 24-25, 2025 October 24-25, 2025, volleyball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending October 25, 2025 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending October 25, 2025.
Image Top articles for the week ending October 25, 2025 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending October 25, 2025.
Image Southeast Colorado high school volleyball schedule - October 28–November 1, 2025 October 28-November 1, 2025, volleyball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Governor requests $10M to help Colorado food banks as SNAP benefits falter Federal shutdown expected to delay November benefits to 600K Coloradans.
Image Panelists: Native economies deserve number crunching, too Researchers have said Native Americans are still overlooked in many ways, including their economic strengths.
Image US economy is already on the edge – a prolonged government shutdown could send it tumbling over The economic consequences of the current federal government shutdown hinge critically on how long it lasts.
Image Economists say job losses likely, even as shutdown delays report Friday’s jobs report is missing in action because of the federal shutdown, but economists are finding other ways of measuring apparent job losses.
Image Early returns show Colorado off-year election turnout rebounding in 2025 Early data shows 2025 mail ballot returns significantly outpacing figures from the past two off-year elections.
Image Utah GOP changes tactics to repeal independent map-drawing law Another twist cropped up in Utah’s court-ordered redistricting legal battle.
Image Colorado AG Weiser supports emergency redistricting to offset gerrymandering in other states Phil Weiser said he would support a state constitutional amendment that would allow the state to redraw its congressional districts
Image Dominion sale not expected to change Colorado elections, experts say Liberty Vote owner says he wants to abide by Trump’s elections executive order.
Image Colorado patients still hit with 'surprise' hospital bills Hospital financial assistance programs are commonplace, and many patients rely on them.
Image Coloradans conflicted over immigration crackdowns and the realities of how they are carried out We asked hundreds of Coloradans what they thought of the Trump administration’s immigration policies and tactics. This is what they said.
Image Commentary - Kansas nonprofits tour state to raise alarm over impending federal cuts Three Kansas nonprofits joined forces to combat apathy and misinformation with a recent cross-state tour.
Image Colorado first in nation to collect health care pricing data from insurers Colorado is the first state in the nation to make health care and drug prices more transparent.
Image Movie Review - Tron: Ares Critic Bob Garver looks at "Tron: Ares," the latest installment from the 1982 original.
Image Movie Review - The Smashing Machine Critic Bob Garver looks at "The Smashing Machine." Is it a smashing success?
Image Movie Review - One Battle After Another Critic Bob Garver looks at "One Battle After Another." Does it a fighting chance to be a winner at the box office?
Image USDA announces plan to ‘strengthen’ beef industry The U.S. Department of Agriculture rolled out a plan to help “strengthen” the cattle industry and lower consumer prices for beef.
Image Montana offers up agritourism grants to give farmers, ranchers more revenue options The Montana Department of Commerce is set to divvy out $300,000 in agritourism grant funding.
Image Colorado visa proposals highlight exploitation, wage theft The H-2A visa program is a federally administered visa system that allows agricultural employers to hire immigrant workers.
Image Commentary - Rural lessons for resisting authoritarianism This is the Ditch Principle: Your ditch neighbor may disagree with you about everything except keeping the water running — so you start there.
Image New Mexico becomes first state to adopt 'universal child care' New Mexico families are expected to save thousands of dollars on child care in the coming years.
Image Coloradans conflicted over immigration crackdowns and the realities of how they are carried out We asked hundreds of Coloradans what they thought of the Trump administration’s immigration policies and tactics. This is what they said.
Image Early returns show Colorado off-year election turnout rebounding in 2025 Early data shows 2025 mail ballot returns significantly outpacing figures from the past two off-year elections.
Image Utah GOP changes tactics to repeal independent map-drawing law Another twist cropped up in Utah’s court-ordered redistricting legal battle.
Image Expert in Utah redistricting case calls Legislature’s map an ‘extreme partisan outlier’ In GOP-dominated Utah, Republicans for years have consistently won statewide races.
Image Wyoming lawmakers endorse bill to restrict access to library books Wyoming lawmakers are moving forward with a bill that would allow people to sue public libraries and school districts.
Image Colorado Congressman proposes bipartisan bill to address fentanyl Colorado U.S. Representative Gabe Evans is leading the charge for a new bill in the U.S. House to combat the growing fentanyl crisis.
Image EarthTalk - Why are renters more exposed to climate risks than homeowners? To improve the safety and security of renters, disaster relief programs must incorporate targeted support and protections.
Image EarthTalk - ¿Por qué los inquilinos están más expuestos a los riesgos climáticos que los propietarios? Para mejorar la seguridad y la protección de los inquilinos, los programas de ayuda en caso de desastre deben incorporar medidas de apoyo y protección específicas.
Image Los Angeles officials vote next week on plan for hydrogen/gas power plant Environmental groups are speaking out ahead of a vote that could repower a Southern California natural gas plant to burn hydrogen.
Image Kiowa County weather recap - October 22, 2025 Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending October 22, 2025.
Image Commentary - Kansas nonprofits tour state to raise alarm over impending federal cuts Three Kansas nonprofits joined forces to combat apathy and misinformation with a recent cross-state tour.
Image New Mexico becomes first state to adopt 'universal child care' New Mexico families are expected to save thousands of dollars on child care in the coming years.
Image Montana parks, access at risk from federal funding shift Park officials in Montana say recent federal changes to the Land and Water Conservation Fund could hinder efforts to create and maintain parks.
Image Pay for Trump and Congress continues in shutdown, unless they ask it be held Some members of Congress are asking for their salaries to be withheld during the government shutdown.
Image Cooking at Home - Fish Braised in Green Curry with Potatoes Cooking at Home - Fish Braised in Green Curry with Potatoes
Image Cooking at Home - Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice Bake A great recipe to use leftover chicken that has been properly handled combined with broccoli, cheese, onions, garlic, and brown rice to create a quick dinner.
Image Cooking at Home - Potato Skins with Buffalo Chicken This lively dish gives a nod to buffalo chicken wings but without extra fat and calories. Start with a foundation of nutritious potatoes, naturally high in potassium, vitamin C, and fiber, and replace fried wings with shredded chicken breast and top with fresh tomatoes and onions.
Image Cooking at Home - Herb Broiled Beef Prepare this marinated beef the night before, and have dinner on the table in less than half an hour!
Image Southeast Colorado high school football scores - October 24-25, 2025 October 24-25, 2025, football scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores - October 20-25, 2025 October 20-25, 2025, volleyball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Lamar High School Soccer Scores - October 21-23, 2025 October 21-23, 2025, soccer scores for Lamar High School.
Image Colorado high school softball state playoffs scores - October 24-25, 2025 October 24-25, 2025, volleyball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Home Country – The color of the season Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image Montana parks, access at risk from federal funding shift Park officials in Montana say recent federal changes to the Land and Water Conservation Fund could hinder efforts to create and maintain parks.
Image Trump tried to lay off more than 2,000 Interior staff in shutdown plan now on hold The Interior Department announced Monday it will pause efforts to lay off 2,050 employees throughout the countr.
Image Home Country – Alaskan chicken Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image Curious Kids: Why are elements like radium dangerous? To an untrained eye, a small piece of radium may look like a chip off a regular gray rock.
Image How AI can improve storm surge forecasts to help save lives Hurricanes are America’s most destructive natural hazards, causing more deaths and property damage than any other type of disaster.
Image Concerns about AI-written police reports spur states to regulate the emerging practice Up until October 2025, only Utah had required that police even admit they were using an AI assistant to draft their reports.
Image How the government shutdown is making the air traffic controller shortage worse and leading to flight delays Air traffic controllers are deemed essential workers, meaning they are still required to work while not receiving compensation
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