Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, September 12, 2026.

Five people were assaulted during an ICE protest at a Denver park in September, prompting a Colorado congressman to request a federal investigation into the violence.

A powerful El Niño developing over the Pacific Ocean raises Colorado's chances for above-average precipitation this fall and winter, though forecasters warn snowpack gains remain uncertain.

Governor Jared Polis ordered Colorado flags flown at half-staff Friday to honor the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks and the 2,977 lives lost.

About 500 Coloradans have completed the firearm safety course required under a new state law to purchase certain semiautomatic weapons during the first month of implementation.

The Arkansas River below John Martin Reservoir near Lamar is testing safe for recreation two weeks after a Pueblo sewage spill, but contamination remains dangerous upstream between Fountain Creek and La Junta.

A Kansas newspaper columnist urges readers over 45 to get colonoscopies, citing rising colorectal cancer rates and his own recent screening that caught a benign polyp.

State officials could delay certifying U.S. House election results, potentially allowing Congress to overturn races in closely divided chambers.

Twenty states and the District of Columbia sue the Trump administration over narrowed protections for endangered species habitat under federal law.

Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, September 12, 2026.

A 25th anniversary reflection on how the September 11th attacks galvanized patriotism, health leaders say wildfire smoke, extreme heat and flooding are becoming a medical emergency, and after 50 years, and sovereign land is returned to the Winnebago Tribe.

More than 6,900 New Jersey residents exposed to toxic conditions at Ground Zero continue receiving free cancer, lung disease, and mental health treatment through a federal program coordinated at Rutgers University.

The Trump administration is reviewing the E-Rate program, which provides $3 billion annually to help schools and libraries afford broadband internet, raising concerns about potential cuts.

Paramount is asking a federal court to require Colorado and 11 other states to post a $1.88 billion bond to cover potential losses if their antitrust lawsuit blocking the merger fails.

Southeast Colorado high school football scores for September 7-12, 2026

Community - Planning for the 2027 Eads High School Reunion

Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores for September 7-12, 2026

Southeast Colorado high school softball scores for September 7-12, 2026

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

Pearls of faith from Pastor Richard Zabriskie.

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, September 12, 2026.

Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, September 12, 2026.

Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores for September 7-12, 2026

Southeast Colorado high school softball scores for September 7-12, 2026

Southeast Colorado high school football scores for September 7-12, 2026

Minutes of the August 10, 2026, meeting of the Town of Cheyenne Well, Colorado, council.

Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, September 12, 2026.

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, September 12, 2026.

Southeast Colorado high school volleyball schedule for September 14-19, 2026

Southeast Colorado high school softball schedule for September 14-19, 2026

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.

A Utah State University study finds that college-educated Utahns show greater awareness of issues affecting families and communities, though education alone must pair with local resources to drive real change.

Gasoline in the remote northwest Alaska village of Shungnak costs $26.82 a gallon, likely the highest price in the United States, due to limited barge access and expensive air transport.

State officials could delay certifying U.S. House election results, potentially allowing Congress to overturn races in closely divided chambers.

Utah's lieutenant governor faces a federal investigation after refusing to hand over private voter data to the Justice Department despite threats of criminal prosecution.

Trump's escalating tariffs on Canadian goods are forcing Republican candidates in competitive races to defend local manufacturers while supporting the president ahead of midterm elections.

Union voters heading to November's midterm elections face economic hardship from inflation and job losses, potentially shifting their traditional Democratic support and determining control of Congress in key swing states.

Federal Medicare reimbursement cuts would slash physician payments by half for same-day services, prompting rural doctors nationwide to warn the change will force patients to make multiple trips for care.

North Dakota reports its first West Nile virus death this year as cases continue spreading across 14 counties in the state.

A traveling paving crew operating in southeastern Colorado has been targeting elderly residents by offering gravel but delivering asphalt, then threatening them into paying.

A Kansas newspaper columnist urges readers over 45 to get colonoscopies, citing rising colorectal cancer rates and his own recent screening that caught a benign polyp.

A local irrigator argues that removing end guns from sprinklers would improve water efficiency and crop performance during Colorado's drought concerns.

USDA deputy secretary collects farmer stories about fertilizer industry pricing and consolidation practices for federal trade commission investigation.

Utah agriculture officials are eliminating interest on state farm loans for a year and allowing payment deferrals to help producers survive drought, wildfire and disease losses.

The Arkansas River below John Martin Reservoir near Lamar is testing safe for recreation two weeks after a Pueblo sewage spill, but contamination remains dangerous upstream between Fountain Creek and La Junta.

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is surveying hunters about how nonresident hunting affects license allocation and game populations across the state.

Federal Medicare reimbursement cuts would slash physician payments by half for same-day services, prompting rural doctors nationwide to warn the change will force patients to make multiple trips for care.

State officials could delay certifying U.S. House election results, potentially allowing Congress to overturn races in closely divided chambers.

Five people were assaulted during an ICE protest at a Denver park in September, prompting a Colorado congressman to request a federal investigation into the violence.

Nebraska organizations including Offutt Air Force Base, the FBI's Omaha office, and the University of Nebraska at Omaha have disrupted terrorism across the nation since 9/11.

Twenty states and the District of Columbia sue the Trump administration over narrowed protections for endangered species habitat under federal law.

Governor Polis appoints federal prosecutor V. William Scarpato, III to fill a vacant judgeship on Denver's 2nd Judicial District Court.

A traveling paving crew operating in southeastern Colorado has been targeting elderly residents by offering gravel but delivering asphalt, then threatening them into paying.

Thousands of South Dakota drivers bought habitat conservation license plates but skipped the optional separate purchase of decals, leaving roughly $415,000 in potential wildlife funding uncollected.

Recent research shows that plants can detect pollinator sounds and boost nectar production within minutes, potentially offering new ways to support declining bee populations and improve crop yields naturally.

A powerful El Niño developing over the Pacific Ocean raises Colorado's chances for above-average precipitation this fall and winter, though forecasters warn snowpack gains remain uncertain.

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments in a Boulder County case seeking damages from energy companies for climate change contributions, with analysts warning the ruling could reshape how states regulate emissions nationwide.

USDA deputy secretary collects farmer stories about fertilizer industry pricing and consolidation practices for federal trade commission investigation.

The Colorado Public Utilities Commission urges low-income residents to apply for the federal Lifeline Program, which offers monthly discounts on phone and broadband services.

Utah agriculture officials are eliminating interest on state farm loans for a year and allowing payment deferrals to help producers survive drought, wildfire and disease losses.

Oregon lawmakers approved nearly $123 million in emergency funding to help state agencies cover escalating wildfire costs that are expected to reach $350 million by year's end.

Southeast Colorado high school football scores for September 7-12, 2026

Southeast Colorado high school softball scores for September 7-12, 2026

Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores for September 7-12, 2026

The Trump administration sued Utah and other states this week to block in-state college tuition for immigrants without legal status, arguing the policies discriminate against out-of-state U.S. citizens.

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

Colorado Parks and Wildlife urges fall foliage visitors to plan ahead, park only in designated areas, and follow wildlife safety rules to protect state parks and themselves.

Twenty states and the District of Columbia sue the Trump administration over narrowed protections for endangered species habitat under federal law.

Thousands of South Dakota drivers bought habitat conservation license plates but skipped the optional separate purchase of decals, leaving roughly $415,000 in potential wildlife funding uncollected.

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

An attorney outlines steps voters can take to protect their ballots and challenge eligibility disputes at polling places before the 2026 midterm elections.

When you talk to computerized assistants like Siri or Alexa, they reply in voices that sound very human.

By forcing atoms together with pressure and heat, scientists can control how a material carries electricity, how magnetic it is, and how it handles heat.