Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending September 19, 2026.

Colorado lawmakers face a nearly $1.6 billion budget deficit when the legislature convenes in January, with Medicaid spending growth far outpacing state revenue limits.

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

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

Boulder County officials are seeking billions in damages from energy companies under state nuisance laws, a case the Supreme Court will hear that could reshape climate litigation across the nation.

Colorado's new Schools to Home program provides down payment assistance to teachers and school employees buying their first homes, with 85 participants already enrolled since its July launch.

A new poll shows most voters now see childcare, elder care and equal pay as economic solutions rather than just women's issues, with over 80% reporting they're making tough financial choices to cope with rising costs.

Tribal colleges in North Dakota fill critical workforce gaps despite federal funding that has dropped over 7% in the past decade, according to a new report.

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Extreme heat and humidity can trigger or worsen asthma symptoms, so health officials urge people to stay hydrated and follow their action plans.

The IRS extends tax relief for drought-stricken farmers and ranchers in 49 states, allowing four years instead of two to replace livestock sold due to dry conditions.

Civil rights groups and unions sue to block ICE agents from polling locations during the November midterm elections, citing voter intimidation and federal election law violations.

In Idaho, abortion rights activists are taking their case directly to doctors, a California lawsuit is ongoing as the new 'public charge' rule takes effect, Michigan social justice groups urge people of faith to go to polls.

A federal judge will hear arguments September 24 on whether states suing to block Paramount Skydance's merger with Warner Bros. Discovery must post nearly $2 billion in bonds.

Kiowa County Fair judges award blue, red, and white ribbons to top finishers across all competition classes.

Nearly 600 entries filled the Open Class Exhibit Hall at the 2026 Kiowa County Fair, with youth participation continuing to grow across multiple departments.

Southeast Colorado high school football schedule for September 21-26, 2026

Southeast Colorado high school golf schedule for September 21-26, 2026

From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.

Open class competitors at the 2026 Kiowa County Fair claimed top prizes across livestock, baked goods, and crafts in this year's expanded exhibition.

Susie Paintin steps down after 27 years with the U.S. Postal Service, most recently as Eads Postmaster since 2019.

Southeast Colorado high school volleyball schedule for September 21-26, 2026

Susie Paintin steps down after 27 years with the U.S. Postal Service, most recently as Eads Postmaster since 2019.

Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending September 19, 2026.

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending September 19, 2026.

Southeast Colorado high school volleyball schedule for September 21-26, 2026

Southeast Colorado high school softball schedule for September 21-26, 2026

Southeast Colorado high school golf schedule for September 21-26, 2026

Southeast Colorado high school football schedule for September 21-26, 2026

A cold front brings a sharp temperature drop to Cheyenne County this weekend, with Saturday night storms posing risks of severe wind, hail and flooding before highs settle in the low 70s.

Colorado's economy is expected to grow at 2.1 percent in 2026 as consumer spending remains solid despite trade tensions and rising costs for families.

The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage point Wednesday, its first increase in three years, as inflation driven by surging energy prices persists despite economic growth.

A Depression-era stone soup tale and history of economic crashes remind us that deregulation and unchecked wealth concentration often precede hard times for ordinary Americans.

Governments worldwide face surging borrowing costs as interest rates climb to near two-decade highs, squeezing budgets for public services and leaving less room for tax cuts.

Idaho Constitution Party congressional candidate Brendan Gomez pleads guilty to possessing child sexual abuse material but remains eligible to run for federal office.

A federal judge struck down Montana's AI deepfake election law as unconstitutional, though the ruling applies only to the political action committee that challenged it.

California's proposed 5% wealth tax on billionaires faces a murky ballot fight complicated by union divisions, rival measures that could nullify it, and allegations against its sponsor's leader.

A new poll shows most voters now see childcare, elder care and equal pay as economic solutions rather than just women's issues, with over 80% reporting they're making tough financial choices to cope with rising costs.

Colorado lawmakers face a nearly $1.6 billion budget deficit when the legislature convenes in January, with Medicaid spending growth far outpacing state revenue limits.

Democratic-led states including Colorado are fighting in court to enforce their own health and safety inspections at privately operated immigrant detention facilities, despite federal claims the sites are beyond state authority.

Denver's Forresters brought professional theater to the city in September 1876, offering audiences their first chance to see dramatic productions as Colorado prepared for statehood elections.

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

Colorado agriculture will receive $13.7 million in federal grants to help farmers and ranchers adopt conservation practices while accessing new markets.

Governor Polis nominates the Pueblo Chile for Colorado's 2028 American Innovation Coin, honoring the region's agricultural heritage and economic engine.

The IRS extends tax relief for drought-stricken farmers and ranchers in 49 states, allowing four years instead of two to replace livestock sold due to dry conditions.

Nebraska farmers considering a switch to organic production should plan for a three-year certification process and establish clear written agreements about costs and responsibilities.

Colorado lawmakers face a nearly $1.6 billion budget deficit when the legislature convenes in January, with Medicaid spending growth far outpacing state revenue limits.

Colorado's economy is expected to grow at 2.1 percent in 2026 as consumer spending remains solid despite trade tensions and rising costs for families.

Civil rights groups and unions sue to block ICE agents from polling locations during the November midterm elections, citing voter intimidation and federal election law violations.

Colorado Springs City Council postponed voting on a controversial data center project near Garden of the Gods after a contentious hearing with hours of public comment and three arrests.

Idaho Constitution Party congressional candidate Brendan Gomez pleads guilty to possessing child sexual abuse material but remains eligible to run for federal office.

A federal judge struck down Montana's AI deepfake election law as unconstitutional, though the ruling applies only to the political action committee that challenged it.

An arbitrator ruled Uber liable for a drunk driver's negligence that killed an Orange County woman in 2023, awarding her parents $40 million despite the company's claims of immunity.

California lawmakers are pushing Governor Newsom to sign a bill banning marriages for anyone under 18, reversing decades of opposition from the ACLU and Planned Parenthood who argue children have a right to marry.

Colorado agriculture will receive $13.7 million in federal grants to help farmers and ranchers adopt conservation practices while accessing new markets.

Extreme heat and humidity can trigger or worsen asthma symptoms, so health officials urge people to stay hydrated and follow their action plans.

Local zoning codes and development rules shape whether wildlife survives or disappears as communities expand into natural landscapes.

Colorado voters and climate advocates are pushing candidates to address environmental concerns in November's election despite strategists' advice to focus on affordability instead.

An arbitrator ruled Uber liable for a drunk driver's negligence that killed an Orange County woman in 2023, awarding her parents $40 million despite the company's claims of immunity.

California's proposed 5% wealth tax on billionaires faces a murky ballot fight complicated by union divisions, rival measures that could nullify it, and allegations against its sponsor's leader.

A new poll shows most voters now see childcare, elder care and equal pay as economic solutions rather than just women's issues, with over 80% reporting they're making tough financial choices to cope with rising costs.

Tribal colleges in North Dakota fill critical workforce gaps despite federal funding that has dropped over 7% in the past decade, according to a new report.

A federal judge struck down Montana's AI deepfake election law as unconstitutional, though the ruling applies only to the political action committee that challenged it.

Tribal colleges in North Dakota fill critical workforce gaps despite federal funding that has dropped over 7% in the past decade, according to a new report.

University of Virginia librarian Leo Lo proposes sorting AI responses into four types—factual, interpretive, constructive and strategic—to help users better evaluate which answers need verification before use.

Utah's school choice program spent $94.7 million last year on private school tuition and educational goods like laptops and STEM kits, sparking debate over whether the vouchers benefit all students fairly.

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

Kansas health officials warn residents and providers to watch for increased rabies exposure, particularly from bats and other wild animals.

Australian mining giant BHP has staked new claims in remote Southcentral Alaska and begun exploration work targeting copper deposits in the Alaska Range west of Anchorage.

National parks nationwide face a $35 billion repair backlog after a federal maintenance fund expired, leaving roads, trails and visitor centers in disrepair across the country.

University of Virginia librarian Leo Lo proposes sorting AI responses into four types—factual, interpretive, constructive and strategic—to help users better evaluate which answers need verification before use.

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates to combat inflation, making borrowing more expensive for mortgages and auto loans while doing little to slow artificial intelligence investment.

Depth perception allows you to better navigate around objects and is important for hand-eye coordination.

The concept of temperature grew out of the sense of what feels hot and cold to human touch.