Top News Image Year-round ethanol blend bill passed by US House faces uncertain Senate path Proponents of ethanol, including lawmakers from corn-growing states, say year-round sales of a gasoline blend containing 15% of the biofuel would give consumers a less expensive alternative to fill their gas tanks. Image Governor Polis defends Tina Peters commutation on free speech grounds following censure Colorado Governor Jared Polis on Thursday defended his decision to commute the prison sentence of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters. Image Drought eases in northern mountains while extreme conditions deepen across southern Colorado Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week. Image Colorado Democrats vote to censure Governor Polis over Tina Peters commutation Colorado Governor Jared Polis was formally censured by his own party Wednesday for his decision last week to grant clemency to Tina Peters. Image Trump threatens to turn on Boebert, but it’s too late for a 2026 primary challenger It is too late for another candidate to get on the June primary ballot in Colorado, despite President Donald Trump’s threat to back a primary challenger against longtime ally U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert. Image Colorado labor groups press Bennet, Weiser for yes-or-no ‘clarity’ in governor forum A broad coalition of Colorado labor unions and faith groups brought the two Democratic candidates for governor to the stage at a church in Lakewood Sunday for a forum with an unusual twist. National and Global News Image Trump administration will make green card hopefuls return to home countries before applying Immigrants seeking green cards will have to return first to their home countries and wait despite years of potential backlogs, the Trump administration announced Friday. Image Federal rule change could allow faster data center builds The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing a rule change that could speed up data center construction in South Dakota and across the country. Image Data center battles started in the states. Now it’s Congress under siege. The future of data centers and their huge appetite for electricity is quickly escalating as a political flashpoint from coast to coast, moving from cities and states now to the nation’s capital. Image Year-round ethanol blend bill passed by US House faces uncertain Senate path Proponents of ethanol, including lawmakers from corn-growing states, say year-round sales of a gasoline blend containing 15% of the biofuel would give consumers a less expensive alternative to fill their gas tanks. Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - May 22, 2026 In a surprise move, Trump announces deployment of 5,000 US troops to Poland; The House cancels vote on Trump’s war powers; Anti-nicotine advocates offer safe space during District of Columbia Black Pride; Advocates want NYC, NYS to maintain momentum on mental health; Penn State University faculty win SEIU union vote. Image January 6 police officers sue Trump over $1.77B ‘taxpayer-funded slush fund’ Two police officers who defended the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, sued the Trump administration Wednesday to block the creation of a nearly $1.8 billion fund. Image Private equity companies buy more apartment units Private equity firms own nearly 3 million apartment units, about 13% of the total apartments across the country, according to a new analysis Image Automatic retirement plans spread as states, cities push workers to build nest eggs Proponents said the program would help address affordability, improve financial literacy and help families build generational wealth. Life in Kiowa County Haswell - Eads - Brandon - Sheridan Lake - Towner - Classifieds - Local Government - Sand Creek Image Obituary - David Michael 'Mike' Sheridan Obituary - David Michael 'Mike' Sheridan Image Death Notice - Nathan Edward Rose Death Notice - Nathan Edward Rose Image Birthdays and Anniversaries - May 25-31, 2026 Celebrating birthdays and anniversaries in Kiowa County. Image Colorado Bureau of Investigation investigates suspicious death in Las Animas County The Colorado Bureau of Investigation is investigating a suspicious death after deputies with the Las Animas County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to an abandoned building Image Congratulations to the Class of 2026 High School Graduates! Special section of the Kiowa County Press saluting graduates from Cheyenne Wells, Eads, Plainview, Wiley, McClave, Granada, and Kit Carson. Image Politics - Kiowa County Candidate Forum Politics - Kiowa County Candidate Forum Image Community - Trinity Lutheran Vacation Bible School Community - Trinity Lutheran Vacation Bible School Image Kiowa County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes April 23, 2026 Minutes of the April 23, 2026, meeting of the Kiowa County, Colorado, Board of County Commissioners. Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells - Kit Carson - Wild Horse Image Congratulations to the Class of 2026 High School Graduates! Special section of the Kiowa County Press saluting graduates from Cheyenne Wells, Eads, Plainview, Wiley, McClave, Granada, and Kit Carson. Image Cheyenne County trades cool Friday for hot Memorial Day weekend Cheyenne Wells will see a mild, breezy Friday in the wake of overnight thunderstorms before a steady warm-up that pushes Memorial Day highs into the upper 80s. Image Showers and storms move through Cheyenne County midweek with severe risk Thursday A series of upper-level disturbances will bring occasional shower and thunderstorm chances to Cheyenne County over the next several days. Image USDA Update – May 20, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Southeast Colorado High School 2A Baseball Playoff Schedule Baseball playoff schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Town of Cheyenne Wells special meeting minutes – April 20, 2026 Minutes of the April 20, 2026, meeting of the Town of Cheyenne Well, Colorado, council. Image Freeze watch, windy Monday in store for Cheyenne County as cold front arrives Sunny skies and a gradual warm-up are in the forecast for Cheyenne County through the middle of next week. Image Town of Cheyenne Wells meeting minutes – April 14, 2026 Minutes of the April 14, 2026, meeting of the Town of Cheyenne Well, Colorado, council. Economy Image $6 gas and refinery fears collide with California’s climate ambitions California is considering handing oil refineries and other major polluters billions of dollars in free emission allowances. Image California has 6 weeks of gas supply. After that, it gets expensive Eleven weeks into the Iran war and a global energy shock, California drivers are paying the highest gas prices in the nation, an average of $6.15 a gallon this week. Image Commentary - How the Strait of Hormuz affects the price of filling your gas tank A gallon of regular gasoline Monday cost an average of $4.52, according to AAA up from $4.14 a month ago and $3.14 a year ago. Image Rural grocers find creative ways to serve customers, keep doors open North Dakota and other states are looking for solutions to keep grocery stores in business in rural areas. Elections Image Tina Peters will be released from Colorado prison June 1, but where will she go? Tina Peters will be released from Colorado prison June 1, but where will she Image Governor Polis defends Tina Peters commutation on free speech grounds following censure Colorado Governor Jared Polis on Thursday defended his decision to commute the prison sentence of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters. Image Trump won’t give up on stalled SAVE America bill, as Dems prep election protections President Donald Trump is again demanding Congress pass a sweeping set of voting restrictions and refuses to rule out sending troops to the polls. Image Colorado Democrats vote to censure Governor Polis over Tina Peters commutation Colorado Governor Jared Polis was formally censured by his own party Wednesday for his decision last week to grant clemency to Tina Peters. Health & Living Image Arizona leads nation in child deaths by parents in custody cases. A new bill aims to change that. In Arizona, custody orders are guided by the language and principles codified in state law. Image EarthTalk – How are Australia’s koalas doing? Thrifting is more than the act of buying used items; it’s a lifestyle adopted by people who share a distinct set of values. Image A historic rainstorm in May 1876 caused Colorado’s worst flood in years The downpour produced the worst flooding the region had experienced since 1864, the year of the “Great Flood” that killed at least eight people Image Curious Kids: Why did Tyrannosaurus rex have such short arms? T. rex was a successful carnivorous species that existed for over a million years. Movie Reviews Image Movie Reviews - Double Feature – ‘Mortal Kombat II’ and ‘Obsession’ Critic Bob Garver looks two movies this week: "Mortal Kombat II" and "Obsession." Image Movie Review - The Devil Wears Prada 2 Critic Bob Garver looks at "The Devil Wears Prada 2." Does he think it is stylish enough for a theatre near you? Image Movie Review - Michael Critic Bob Garver looks at "Michael." Does he think its a thriller? Image Movie Review - Lee Cronin’s The Mummy Critic Bob Garver looks at "Lee Cronin's The Mummy." Is he wrapped up in it? Agriculture Sponsored by our friends at Golden Plains Insurance Image Drought eases in northern mountains while extreme conditions deepen across southern Colorado Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week. Image USDA Update – May 20, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image USDA restores $59M marketing, production grant for Idaho farmers The U.S. Department of Agriculture has reinstated a five-year, $59 million grant to the University of Idaho aimed at helping farmers test regenerative production and new marketing methods. Image Colorado state land board unanimously approves new five-year strategic plan The plan outlines a path for resilient lands, enduring revenue, and stronger partnerships to benefit Colorado public schools. Government & Politics Image Trump administration will make green card hopefuls return to home countries before applying Immigrants seeking green cards will have to return first to their home countries and wait despite years of potential backlogs, the Trump administration announced Friday. Image Arizona leads nation in child deaths by parents in custody cases. A new bill aims to change that. In Arizona, custody orders are guided by the language and principles codified in state law. Image Data center battles started in the states. Now it’s Congress under siege. The future of data centers and their huge appetite for electricity is quickly escalating as a political flashpoint from coast to coast, moving from cities and states now to the nation’s capital. Image Treasury advises Congress must deal with debt limit before August or face default The projection marks the first time the Trump administration has weighed in publicly on when the government will likely reach default. Crime, Court & Law Image Arizona leads nation in child deaths by parents in custody cases. A new bill aims to change that. In Arizona, custody orders are guided by the language and principles codified in state law. Image January 6 police officers sue Trump over $1.77B ‘taxpayer-funded slush fund’ Two police officers who defended the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, sued the Trump administration Wednesday to block the creation of a nearly $1.8 billion fund. Image Lawsuits challenging embryo disposal could hinder IVF An anti-abortion group last month sued seven Utah fertility clinics, claiming their disposal of embryos as part of the in vitro fertilization process violates the state’s wrongful death law. Image Tina Peters will be released from Colorado prison June 1, but where will she go? Tina Peters will be released from Colorado prison June 1, but where will she Weather & Climate Image Eastern, northern Montana hit with ‘disastrous’ wind storm Eastern and northern Montana suffered a large windstorm last week, causing issues for producers, the Montana Climate Office said in a news post. Image EarthTalk – How are Australia’s koalas doing? Thrifting is more than the act of buying used items; it’s a lifestyle adopted by people who share a distinct set of values. Image A historic rainstorm in May 1876 caused Colorado’s worst flood in years The downpour produced the worst flooding the region had experienced since 1864, the year of the “Great Flood” that killed at least eight people Image Lamar warms toward 92 by Memorial Day after cool, breezy Friday Lamar and the surrounding Prowers County area face a sharp swing from a cool, windy Friday to a hot Memorial Day weekend. Personal Finance & Business Image Year-round ethanol blend bill passed by US House faces uncertain Senate path Proponents of ethanol, including lawmakers from corn-growing states, say year-round sales of a gasoline blend containing 15% of the biofuel would give consumers a less expensive alternative to fill their gas tanks. Image Private equity companies buy more apartment units Private equity firms own nearly 3 million apartment units, about 13% of the total apartments across the country, according to a new analysis Image Automatic retirement plans spread as states, cities push workers to build nest eggs Proponents said the program would help address affordability, improve financial literacy and help families build generational wealth. Image States providing healthcare to immigrants face financial pressures Budget constraints are forcing liberal-leaning states that spend their own money on healthcare for noncitizens to scale back that aid. Food & Recipes Image Cooking at Home - Cream of Broccoli Soup This creamy soup makes a perfect lunch or dinner. Keep it healthy using fat-free milk and fresh or frozen broccoli. Image Cooking at Home - Slow Cooker Lentil Soup Quick to make but rich and delicious flavors of carrots, onion, and celery flavor in this slow cooker lentil soup. Add your favorite spices if you want to add a little kick. Image Cooking at Home - Kibbeh Khamoustah This traditionally Kurdish dish is delicious, fresh, and flavorful! Image Cooking at Home - Turkey Tetrazzini This version of Turkey Tetrazzini has 1/2 the sodium and more vegetables than the original version without sacrificing flavor or texture. Science, Tech & Education Image Federal rule change could allow faster data center builds The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing a rule change that could speed up data center construction in South Dakota and across the country. Image Data center battles started in the states. Now it’s Congress under siege. The future of data centers and their huge appetite for electricity is quickly escalating as a political flashpoint from coast to coast, moving from cities and states now to the nation’s capital. Image Curious Kids: Why did Tyrannosaurus rex have such short arms? T. rex was a successful carnivorous species that existed for over a million years. Image Congratulations to the Class of 2026 High School Graduates! Special section of the Kiowa County Press saluting graduates from Cheyenne Wells, Eads, Plainview, Wiley, McClave, Granada, and Kit Carson. Outdoors & Entertainment Image Durango fish hatchery to temporarily close for construction The Durango Fish Hatchery in Durango will be temporarily closed to the public from May 26-29, 2026, due to demolition of the old wildlife office on the property. Image Conservation groups, Forest Service add new public land near Yellowstone National Park A tract of land near Yellowstone National Park which had been identified as a potential gold mining site in 2023 has been added to the roster of public lands Image Movie Reviews - Double Feature – ‘Mortal Kombat II’ and ‘Obsession’ Critic Bob Garver looks two movies this week: "Mortal Kombat II" and "Obsession." Image New Mexico begins building back its burned forests Since 2000, more than 7 million acres of forests and wildlands have burned in New Mexico, underscoring the need for a new center designed to grow tree seedlings for reforestation. The Conversation Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics. Image Curious Kids: Why did Tyrannosaurus rex have such short arms? T. rex was a successful carnivorous species that existed for over a million years. Image Curious Kids: Why do you have to wear a helmet when you’re skateboarding? The brain cells you have now are largely the same ones you had when you were born. And once you lose them, there is no way to get them back. Image A fungal disease, along with climate change, threatens Colorado’s prized peaches In western Colorado, home to the treasured Palisade peach, cytospora canker is one of the most economically consequential fungal diseases faced by growers. Image Curious Kids: Why is water wet? If you get caught in a downpour without an umbrella, you will quickly learn what it means to be wet. But what is it about water that makes it wet? Classifieds & Sponsors Image Politics - Kiowa County Candidate Forum Politics - Kiowa County Candidate Forum Image Help Wanted - General Manager Help Wanted - General Manager Image Eads Seeking Mayor Eads Seeking Mayor Image Community - Vacation Bible School Community - Vacation Bible School
Image Year-round ethanol blend bill passed by US House faces uncertain Senate path Proponents of ethanol, including lawmakers from corn-growing states, say year-round sales of a gasoline blend containing 15% of the biofuel would give consumers a less expensive alternative to fill their gas tanks.
Image Governor Polis defends Tina Peters commutation on free speech grounds following censure Colorado Governor Jared Polis on Thursday defended his decision to commute the prison sentence of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters.
Image Drought eases in northern mountains while extreme conditions deepen across southern Colorado Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week.
Image Colorado Democrats vote to censure Governor Polis over Tina Peters commutation Colorado Governor Jared Polis was formally censured by his own party Wednesday for his decision last week to grant clemency to Tina Peters.
Image Trump threatens to turn on Boebert, but it’s too late for a 2026 primary challenger It is too late for another candidate to get on the June primary ballot in Colorado, despite President Donald Trump’s threat to back a primary challenger against longtime ally U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert.
Image Colorado labor groups press Bennet, Weiser for yes-or-no ‘clarity’ in governor forum A broad coalition of Colorado labor unions and faith groups brought the two Democratic candidates for governor to the stage at a church in Lakewood Sunday for a forum with an unusual twist.
Image Trump administration will make green card hopefuls return to home countries before applying Immigrants seeking green cards will have to return first to their home countries and wait despite years of potential backlogs, the Trump administration announced Friday.
Image Federal rule change could allow faster data center builds The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing a rule change that could speed up data center construction in South Dakota and across the country.
Image Data center battles started in the states. Now it’s Congress under siege. The future of data centers and their huge appetite for electricity is quickly escalating as a political flashpoint from coast to coast, moving from cities and states now to the nation’s capital.
Image Year-round ethanol blend bill passed by US House faces uncertain Senate path Proponents of ethanol, including lawmakers from corn-growing states, say year-round sales of a gasoline blend containing 15% of the biofuel would give consumers a less expensive alternative to fill their gas tanks.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - May 22, 2026 In a surprise move, Trump announces deployment of 5,000 US troops to Poland; The House cancels vote on Trump’s war powers; Anti-nicotine advocates offer safe space during District of Columbia Black Pride; Advocates want NYC, NYS to maintain momentum on mental health; Penn State University faculty win SEIU union vote.
Image January 6 police officers sue Trump over $1.77B ‘taxpayer-funded slush fund’ Two police officers who defended the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, sued the Trump administration Wednesday to block the creation of a nearly $1.8 billion fund.
Image Private equity companies buy more apartment units Private equity firms own nearly 3 million apartment units, about 13% of the total apartments across the country, according to a new analysis
Image Automatic retirement plans spread as states, cities push workers to build nest eggs Proponents said the program would help address affordability, improve financial literacy and help families build generational wealth.
Image Birthdays and Anniversaries - May 25-31, 2026 Celebrating birthdays and anniversaries in Kiowa County.
Image Colorado Bureau of Investigation investigates suspicious death in Las Animas County The Colorado Bureau of Investigation is investigating a suspicious death after deputies with the Las Animas County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to an abandoned building
Image Congratulations to the Class of 2026 High School Graduates! Special section of the Kiowa County Press saluting graduates from Cheyenne Wells, Eads, Plainview, Wiley, McClave, Granada, and Kit Carson.
Image Community - Trinity Lutheran Vacation Bible School Community - Trinity Lutheran Vacation Bible School
Image Kiowa County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes April 23, 2026 Minutes of the April 23, 2026, meeting of the Kiowa County, Colorado, Board of County Commissioners.
Image Congratulations to the Class of 2026 High School Graduates! Special section of the Kiowa County Press saluting graduates from Cheyenne Wells, Eads, Plainview, Wiley, McClave, Granada, and Kit Carson.
Image Cheyenne County trades cool Friday for hot Memorial Day weekend Cheyenne Wells will see a mild, breezy Friday in the wake of overnight thunderstorms before a steady warm-up that pushes Memorial Day highs into the upper 80s.
Image Showers and storms move through Cheyenne County midweek with severe risk Thursday A series of upper-level disturbances will bring occasional shower and thunderstorm chances to Cheyenne County over the next several days.
Image USDA Update – May 20, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Southeast Colorado High School 2A Baseball Playoff Schedule Baseball playoff schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Town of Cheyenne Wells special meeting minutes – April 20, 2026 Minutes of the April 20, 2026, meeting of the Town of Cheyenne Well, Colorado, council.
Image Freeze watch, windy Monday in store for Cheyenne County as cold front arrives Sunny skies and a gradual warm-up are in the forecast for Cheyenne County through the middle of next week.
Image Town of Cheyenne Wells meeting minutes – April 14, 2026 Minutes of the April 14, 2026, meeting of the Town of Cheyenne Well, Colorado, council.
Image $6 gas and refinery fears collide with California’s climate ambitions California is considering handing oil refineries and other major polluters billions of dollars in free emission allowances.
Image California has 6 weeks of gas supply. After that, it gets expensive Eleven weeks into the Iran war and a global energy shock, California drivers are paying the highest gas prices in the nation, an average of $6.15 a gallon this week.
Image Commentary - How the Strait of Hormuz affects the price of filling your gas tank A gallon of regular gasoline Monday cost an average of $4.52, according to AAA up from $4.14 a month ago and $3.14 a year ago.
Image Rural grocers find creative ways to serve customers, keep doors open North Dakota and other states are looking for solutions to keep grocery stores in business in rural areas.
Image Tina Peters will be released from Colorado prison June 1, but where will she go? Tina Peters will be released from Colorado prison June 1, but where will she
Image Governor Polis defends Tina Peters commutation on free speech grounds following censure Colorado Governor Jared Polis on Thursday defended his decision to commute the prison sentence of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters.
Image Trump won’t give up on stalled SAVE America bill, as Dems prep election protections President Donald Trump is again demanding Congress pass a sweeping set of voting restrictions and refuses to rule out sending troops to the polls.
Image Colorado Democrats vote to censure Governor Polis over Tina Peters commutation Colorado Governor Jared Polis was formally censured by his own party Wednesday for his decision last week to grant clemency to Tina Peters.
Image Arizona leads nation in child deaths by parents in custody cases. A new bill aims to change that. In Arizona, custody orders are guided by the language and principles codified in state law.
Image EarthTalk – How are Australia’s koalas doing? Thrifting is more than the act of buying used items; it’s a lifestyle adopted by people who share a distinct set of values.
Image A historic rainstorm in May 1876 caused Colorado’s worst flood in years The downpour produced the worst flooding the region had experienced since 1864, the year of the “Great Flood” that killed at least eight people
Image Curious Kids: Why did Tyrannosaurus rex have such short arms? T. rex was a successful carnivorous species that existed for over a million years.
Image Movie Reviews - Double Feature – ‘Mortal Kombat II’ and ‘Obsession’ Critic Bob Garver looks two movies this week: "Mortal Kombat II" and "Obsession."
Image Movie Review - The Devil Wears Prada 2 Critic Bob Garver looks at "The Devil Wears Prada 2." Does he think it is stylish enough for a theatre near you?
Image Movie Review - Lee Cronin’s The Mummy Critic Bob Garver looks at "Lee Cronin's The Mummy." Is he wrapped up in it?
Image Drought eases in northern mountains while extreme conditions deepen across southern Colorado Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week.
Image USDA Update – May 20, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image USDA restores $59M marketing, production grant for Idaho farmers The U.S. Department of Agriculture has reinstated a five-year, $59 million grant to the University of Idaho aimed at helping farmers test regenerative production and new marketing methods.
Image Colorado state land board unanimously approves new five-year strategic plan The plan outlines a path for resilient lands, enduring revenue, and stronger partnerships to benefit Colorado public schools.
Image Trump administration will make green card hopefuls return to home countries before applying Immigrants seeking green cards will have to return first to their home countries and wait despite years of potential backlogs, the Trump administration announced Friday.
Image Arizona leads nation in child deaths by parents in custody cases. A new bill aims to change that. In Arizona, custody orders are guided by the language and principles codified in state law.
Image Data center battles started in the states. Now it’s Congress under siege. The future of data centers and their huge appetite for electricity is quickly escalating as a political flashpoint from coast to coast, moving from cities and states now to the nation’s capital.
Image Treasury advises Congress must deal with debt limit before August or face default The projection marks the first time the Trump administration has weighed in publicly on when the government will likely reach default.
Image Arizona leads nation in child deaths by parents in custody cases. A new bill aims to change that. In Arizona, custody orders are guided by the language and principles codified in state law.
Image January 6 police officers sue Trump over $1.77B ‘taxpayer-funded slush fund’ Two police officers who defended the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, sued the Trump administration Wednesday to block the creation of a nearly $1.8 billion fund.
Image Lawsuits challenging embryo disposal could hinder IVF An anti-abortion group last month sued seven Utah fertility clinics, claiming their disposal of embryos as part of the in vitro fertilization process violates the state’s wrongful death law.
Image Tina Peters will be released from Colorado prison June 1, but where will she go? Tina Peters will be released from Colorado prison June 1, but where will she
Image Eastern, northern Montana hit with ‘disastrous’ wind storm Eastern and northern Montana suffered a large windstorm last week, causing issues for producers, the Montana Climate Office said in a news post.
Image EarthTalk – How are Australia’s koalas doing? Thrifting is more than the act of buying used items; it’s a lifestyle adopted by people who share a distinct set of values.
Image A historic rainstorm in May 1876 caused Colorado’s worst flood in years The downpour produced the worst flooding the region had experienced since 1864, the year of the “Great Flood” that killed at least eight people
Image Lamar warms toward 92 by Memorial Day after cool, breezy Friday Lamar and the surrounding Prowers County area face a sharp swing from a cool, windy Friday to a hot Memorial Day weekend.
Image Year-round ethanol blend bill passed by US House faces uncertain Senate path Proponents of ethanol, including lawmakers from corn-growing states, say year-round sales of a gasoline blend containing 15% of the biofuel would give consumers a less expensive alternative to fill their gas tanks.
Image Private equity companies buy more apartment units Private equity firms own nearly 3 million apartment units, about 13% of the total apartments across the country, according to a new analysis
Image Automatic retirement plans spread as states, cities push workers to build nest eggs Proponents said the program would help address affordability, improve financial literacy and help families build generational wealth.
Image States providing healthcare to immigrants face financial pressures Budget constraints are forcing liberal-leaning states that spend their own money on healthcare for noncitizens to scale back that aid.
Image Cooking at Home - Cream of Broccoli Soup This creamy soup makes a perfect lunch or dinner. Keep it healthy using fat-free milk and fresh or frozen broccoli.
Image Cooking at Home - Slow Cooker Lentil Soup Quick to make but rich and delicious flavors of carrots, onion, and celery flavor in this slow cooker lentil soup. Add your favorite spices if you want to add a little kick.
Image Cooking at Home - Kibbeh Khamoustah This traditionally Kurdish dish is delicious, fresh, and flavorful!
Image Cooking at Home - Turkey Tetrazzini This version of Turkey Tetrazzini has 1/2 the sodium and more vegetables than the original version without sacrificing flavor or texture.
Image Federal rule change could allow faster data center builds The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing a rule change that could speed up data center construction in South Dakota and across the country.
Image Data center battles started in the states. Now it’s Congress under siege. The future of data centers and their huge appetite for electricity is quickly escalating as a political flashpoint from coast to coast, moving from cities and states now to the nation’s capital.
Image Curious Kids: Why did Tyrannosaurus rex have such short arms? T. rex was a successful carnivorous species that existed for over a million years.
Image Congratulations to the Class of 2026 High School Graduates! Special section of the Kiowa County Press saluting graduates from Cheyenne Wells, Eads, Plainview, Wiley, McClave, Granada, and Kit Carson.
Image Durango fish hatchery to temporarily close for construction The Durango Fish Hatchery in Durango will be temporarily closed to the public from May 26-29, 2026, due to demolition of the old wildlife office on the property.
Image Conservation groups, Forest Service add new public land near Yellowstone National Park A tract of land near Yellowstone National Park which had been identified as a potential gold mining site in 2023 has been added to the roster of public lands
Image Movie Reviews - Double Feature – ‘Mortal Kombat II’ and ‘Obsession’ Critic Bob Garver looks two movies this week: "Mortal Kombat II" and "Obsession."
Image New Mexico begins building back its burned forests Since 2000, more than 7 million acres of forests and wildlands have burned in New Mexico, underscoring the need for a new center designed to grow tree seedlings for reforestation.
Image Curious Kids: Why did Tyrannosaurus rex have such short arms? T. rex was a successful carnivorous species that existed for over a million years.
Image Curious Kids: Why do you have to wear a helmet when you’re skateboarding? The brain cells you have now are largely the same ones you had when you were born. And once you lose them, there is no way to get them back.
Image A fungal disease, along with climate change, threatens Colorado’s prized peaches In western Colorado, home to the treasured Palisade peach, cytospora canker is one of the most economically consequential fungal diseases faced by growers.
Image Curious Kids: Why is water wet? If you get caught in a downpour without an umbrella, you will quickly learn what it means to be wet. But what is it about water that makes it wet?
