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Colorado patients still hit with 'surprise' hospital bills
Hospital financial assistance programs are commonplace, and many patients rely on them.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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

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Politics: 2025Talks - October 27, 2025
Politics in the United States and around the world.
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Daily Audio Newscast - October 27, 2025
Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - October 24, 2025
Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
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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.

Life in Kiowa County

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About Town – October 27, 2025
Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.
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Southeast Colorado high school football scores - October 24-25, 2025
October 24-25, 2025, football scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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Eads School Calendar - October 27-December 5, 2025
Eads school calendar in Kiowa County, Colorado, for October 27-December 5, 2025
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Plainview School Calendar October 30-December 5, 2025
Plainview school calendar in Kiowa County, Colorado, for October 30-December 5, 2025
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Colorado high school softball state playoffs scores - October 24-25, 2025
October 24-25, 2025, volleyball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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McClave School Calendar October 28-December 6, 2025
McClave school calendar in Bent County, Colorado, for October 28-December 6, 2025
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Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores - October 20-25, 2025
October 20-25, 2025, volleyball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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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.

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Cheyenne Wells School Calendar October 27-December 6, 2025
Cheyenne Wells school calendar in Cheyenne County, Colorado, for October 27-December 6, 2025
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Kit Carson School Calendar October 28-December 2, 2025
Kit Carson school calendar in Cheyenne County, Colorado, for October 28-December 2, 2025
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Southeast Colorado high school football scores - October 24-25, 2025
October 24-25, 2025, football scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores - October 20-25, 2025
October 20-25, 2025, volleyball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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Colorado high school softball state playoffs scores - October 24-25, 2025
October 24-25, 2025, volleyball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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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.
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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.
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Southeast Colorado high school volleyball schedule - October 28–November 1, 2025
October 28-November 1, 2025, volleyball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.

Economy

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Governor requests $10M to help Colorado food banks as SNAP benefits falter
Federal shutdown expected to delay November benefits to 600K Coloradans.
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Panelists: Native economies deserve number crunching, too
Researchers have said Native Americans are still overlooked in many ways, including their economic strengths.
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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.
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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

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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.
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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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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
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Dominion sale not expected to change Colorado elections, experts say
Liberty Vote owner says he wants to abide by Trump’s elections executive order.

Health & Living

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Colorado patients still hit with 'surprise' hospital bills
Hospital financial assistance programs are commonplace, and many patients rely on them.
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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.
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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.
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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.

Movie Reviews

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Movie Review - Tron: Ares
Critic Bob Garver looks at "Tron: Ares," the latest installment from the 1982 original.
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Movie Review - The Smashing Machine
Critic Bob Garver looks at "The Smashing Machine." Is it a smashing success?
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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?
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Movie Review - Him
Critic Bob Garver looks at "Him." Does it live up to its scary premise?

Agriculture

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.

Government & Politics

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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.
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Doors to a building below a sign reading "US Citizenship and Immigration Services"
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.
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Miniature ballot box with and image of the Colorado state flag on a red background with slips of paper representing ballots
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.
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Politics: 2025Talks - October 27, 2025
Politics in the United States and around the world.

Crime, Court & Law

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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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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.
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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.
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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.

Weather & Climate

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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.
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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.
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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.
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Kiowa County weather recap - October 22, 2025
Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending October 22, 2025.

Personal Finance & Business

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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.
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Young children and a care giver at tables engaged in educational activities.
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.
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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.
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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.

Food & Recipes

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Cooking at Home - Fish Braised in Green Curry with Potatoes 
Cooking at Home - Fish Braised in Green Curry with Potatoes 
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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.
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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.
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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!

Science, Tech & Education

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Southeast Colorado high school football scores - October 24-25, 2025
October 24-25, 2025, football scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores - October 20-25, 2025
October 20-25, 2025, volleyball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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Lamar High School Soccer Scores - October 21-23, 2025
October 21-23, 2025, soccer scores for Lamar High School.
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Colorado high school softball state playoffs scores - October 24-25, 2025
October 24-25, 2025, volleyball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.

Outdoors & Entertainment

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Home Country – The color of the season
Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
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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.
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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.
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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.

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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.
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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.
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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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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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