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Human emissions driving Colorado River ‘megadrought,’ CU Boulder research finds
The Colorado River Basin’s current “megadrought” is the worst dry spell the region has experienced in at least 1,200 years.
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Three new ICE detention centers reportedly planned in Colorado
There could be up to three new immigrant detention centers in Colorado run by federal authorities by the end of the year.
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Top articles for the week ending August 16, 2025
Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending August 16, 2025.
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Colorado AG asks court to dismiss Tina Peters’ habeas corpus petition
The Colorado attorney general’s office has asked for the dismissal of the habeas corpus petition filed by former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters.
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142 methane-spewing wells to be plugged, a fraction of Colorado’s eligible ‘orphan’ risks
State regulators in Colorado have chosen 142 older, low-producing oil and gas wells to be permanently plugged.
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Polis declares emergency over ‘near record level’ Colorado fire danger
Colorado Governor Jared Polis issued a broad emergency declaration covering wildfires currently burning on the Western Slope.

National and Global News

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Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - August 18, 2025
Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
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Politics: 2025Talks - August 18, 2025
Politics in the United States and around the world.
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Daily Audio Newscast - August 18, 2025
Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
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Despite federal shift, state health officials encourage COVID vaccines for pregnant women
Heading into the respiratory illness season, states and clinicians are working to encourage pregnant patients to get COVID-19 vaccinations.
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State leaders brace for ‘heavy lift’ from Medicaid, SNAP changes
States are still sorting through the long-term impacts of federal legislation — and what, if any, actions they can take to soften the blow.
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Trump’s bid to support coal could cost ratepayers billions, report finds
Orders from the U.S. Department of Energy to save coal plants from retirement could cost ratepayers more than $3 billion per year.
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Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending August 16, 2025
Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending August 16, 2025.
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Midwest farmers brace for ripple effects of federal land access freeze
Young farmers in the Midwest face growing uncertainty, after a freeze on a federal program that supports land access.

Life in Kiowa County

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Funeral Services - Delisa Lee (Eikenberg) Weeks
Funeral services for Delisa Lee (Eikenberg) Weeks of Kiowa County, Colorado.
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Celebration of Life - Bradley Dean Larrew
Celebration of Life for Bradley Dean Larrew of Kiowa County, Colorado.
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About Town – August 18, 2025
Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.
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Pages from the Past - From the 138-year history of the Kiowa County Press - August 17, 2025
From the 138-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.
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Top articles for the week ending August 16, 2025
Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending August 16, 2025.
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Eads School lunch menus - August 19-21, 2025
August 19-21, 2025, breakfast and lunch menus for Eads schools in Kiowa County, Colorado.
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Hunter education course set for Eads
Hunter education course set for Eads
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Town of Eads Regular Council Meeting Minutes - July 8, 2025
Minutes of the July 4, 2025, meeting of the Town of Eads, Colorado, Board of Trustees.

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Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending August 16, 2025
Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending August 16, 2025.
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Top articles for the week ending August 16, 2025
Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending August 16, 2025.
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Your Story: In the Beginning – Hammer Family History Part 30
Ernie Hammer is a long time Kiowa County Press contributor. This story is written by Ernie’s Aunt Liz, Elizabeth Katherine (Hammer) Smith Benatti.
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Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending August 9, 2025
Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending August 9, 2025.
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Top articles for the week ending August 9, 2025
Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending August 9, 2025.
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Your Story: In the Beginning – Hammer Family History Part 29
Ernie Hammer is a long time Kiowa County Press contributor. This story is written by Ernie’s Aunt Liz, Elizabeth Katherine (Hammer) Smith Benatti.

Economy

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Tariffs have no negative impact on Colorado car sales - so far
A recent report on the automotive industry found that tariffs have not yet had an impact on car sales in Colorado.
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Colorado unemployment drops slightly, 10th highest in U.S.
Unemployment in Colorado dropped by 0.1 percent from May to 4.7 percent, ranking the state’s unemployment 10th highest in the nation.
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Inflation outpaces median income in Southwestern states
The BEA released statistics looking specifically at how disposable personal income is distributed across households in each state.
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Rural Alaska village banks on alternative energy as economic driver
Kotlik, a Yupik native village nestled on the banks of the Yukon River is using alternative energy as an economic driver.

Elections

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Opponents of Texas redistricting say proposed maps would hurt minorities
Opponents of proposed redrawn Congressional maps in Texas say the changes will hurt Latino, Black and Asian voters.
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New Mexico group aims to prevent gerrymandering with 'fair' redistricting
A group of New Mexico lawmakers and voting rights advocates renewed redistricting meetings this month.
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Proposed constitutional amendment would give Colorado governor emergency redistricting authority
Measure comes in response to Trump-pushed partisan efforts in other states.
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Colorado House lawmaker files campaign finance complaint against ​Republican colleague
A Republican state House member has filed a campaign finance complaint against a colleague.

Health & Living

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EarthTalk - ¿Es cierto que las auroras boreales serán más intensas en los próximos 50 años?
Estas luces se ven principalmente desde zonas de gran latitud cercanas al Ártico y se producen cuando el Sol libera partículas cargadas durante los vientos solares.
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Weather Service is hiring back hundreds after Nebraska U.S. Representative highlighted need
The National Weather Service announced this month that it would hire back 450 meteorologists, hydrologists, and radar technicians.
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Sleep disorder can affect weight, heart conditions
A restful night’s sleep is vital to a healthy lifestyle but a physician said most Americans are not getting enough of it.
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Curious Kids: If everyone in the world turned on the lights at the same time, what would happen?
System operators use sensors and sophisticated computers to track electricity demand so they can adjust power production up or down as needed.

Movie Reviews

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Movie Review - Weapons
Critic Bob Garver looks at "Weapons." Is it on target?
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Movie Review - The Bad Guys 2
Critic Bob Garver looks at "The Bad Guys 2." Does it match the 2022 original?
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Movie Review - The Fantastic Four: First Steps
Critic Bob Garver looks at "The Fantastic Four: First Steps." Will those first steps be the last?
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Movie Review - I Know What You Did Last Summer
Critic Bob Garver looks at "I Know What You Did Last Summer." Will it be a hit this summer?

Agriculture

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Midwest farmers brace for ripple effects of federal land access freeze
Young farmers in the Midwest face growing uncertainty, after a freeze on a federal program that supports land access.
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Commentary: A paradigm shift on the Colorado River is the only way to confront the water crisis
The Trump administration’s decision to withhold water funding benefits nobody and hurts everybody.
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The well-lived life of John Stulp
Colorado governors of the past and possibly the future gathered in Lamar to pay their respects. His last wishes were that the wheat harvest go on.
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Push for more deportations could boost demand for foreign farmworkers with ‘guest worker’ visas
Agricultural employers say they can’t find enough people to hire who can legally work – at least without higher wages and much-improved job requirements.

Government & Politics

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Opponents of Texas redistricting say proposed maps would hurt minorities
Opponents of proposed redrawn Congressional maps in Texas say the changes will hurt Latino, Black and Asian voters.
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Weather Service is hiring back hundreds after Nebraska U.S. Representative highlighted need
The National Weather Service announced this month that it would hire back 450 meteorologists, hydrologists, and radar technicians.
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Politics: 2025Talks - August 18, 2025
Politics in the United States and around the world.
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Colorado AG asks court to dismiss Tina Peters’ habeas corpus petition
The Colorado attorney general’s office has asked for the dismissal of the habeas corpus petition filed by former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters.

Crime, Court & Law

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Three new ICE detention centers reportedly planned in Colorado
There could be up to three new immigrant detention centers in Colorado run by federal authorities by the end of the year.
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Colorado AG asks court to dismiss Tina Peters’ habeas corpus petition
The Colorado attorney general’s office has asked for the dismissal of the habeas corpus petition filed by former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters.
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Colorado sued over social media warnings for minors
An internet trade group filed a lawsuit against Colorado Thursday morning, challenging a new law.
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Cuts to terrorism prevention departments could leave Americans exposed
The dismantling of the country’s terrorism and extremism prevention programs began in February 2025.

Weather & Climate

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Weather Service is hiring back hundreds after Nebraska U.S. Representative highlighted need
The National Weather Service announced this month that it would hire back 450 meteorologists, hydrologists, and radar technicians.
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Developmental disability advocates prepare community for disasters
Severe weather is growing more common, and the consequences of such weather can be hard for people with developmental disabilities.
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Project projected to reduce temps in Dallas' heat island
A groundbreaking project is planned for the Southwestern Medical District in Dallas, Texas.
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EarthTalk - ¿Por qué son tan importantes los manglares para la ecología de las zonas costeras?
Los manglares son árboles y arbustos que crecen a lo largo de las costas tropicales y subtropicales.

Personal Finance & Business

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State leaders brace for ‘heavy lift’ from Medicaid, SNAP changes
States are still sorting through the long-term impacts of federal legislation — and what, if any, actions they can take to soften the blow.
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Train cars loaded with coal stretching into the distance with trees on both sides.
Trump’s bid to support coal could cost ratepayers billions, report finds
Orders from the U.S. Department of Energy to save coal plants from retirement could cost ratepayers more than $3 billion per year.
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Polis updates executive order to promote affordable housing
Colorado Governor Jared Polis updated an executive action to push more affordable housing for Colorado.
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Social Security rallies planned across country
Rallies are planned across the country this weekend to support the federal Social Security program

Food & Recipes

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Cooking at Home - Sweet Cornmeal Pudding with Ginger and Cinnamon
This baked pudding combines milk and cornmeal with spices to produce a custard-like dessert that you can serve on special occasions.
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Cooking at Home - Ham and Swiss Breakfast Casserole
This is a quick and easy ham, egg, and cheese casserole. Prepare it the night before and bake it in the morning for a hot meal for your family or guests.
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Cooking at Home - Vegetable Cheese Soup
Swiss cheese, vegetables, and curry powder make this thick and creamy soup a filling meal on a cold night this winter.
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Cooking at Home - Tomato Basil Soup
This creamy soup can be prepared using pantry staples such as canned tomatoes and non-fat dry milk.

Science, Tech & Education

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Policy decisions affected by party affiliation, views about science
Science is supposed to be fact-based and objective but new research shows the way it is being used is definitely not.
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Golden Paw Celebrity Punt, Pass & Kick Contest kicks off CSU Pueblo’s ‘Fortnight’
CSU Pueblo will kick off its academic year with the first-ever Golden Paw Celebrity Punt, Pass & Kick Contest.
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Curious Kids: If everyone in the world turned on the lights at the same time, what would happen?
System operators use sensors and sophisticated computers to track electricity demand so they can adjust power production up or down as needed.
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Curious Kids: Do you really need to read to learn?
Whether reading a book or listening to a recording, the goal is the same: understanding.

Outdoors & Entertainment

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Catron County officials say Mexican gray wolves threaten New Mexico
The New Mexico Game Commission is weighing testimony from Catron County officials and residents.
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Home Country - Legendary
Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
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Hunter education course set for Eads
Hunter education course set for Eads
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EarthTalk - ¿Por qué son tan importantes los manglares para la ecología de las zonas costeras?
Los manglares son árboles y arbustos que crecen a lo largo de las costas tropicales y subtropicales.

The Conversation

Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics.

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Child wearing glass with head tilted in an inquisitive pose in front of a chalkboard with colorful images
Curious Kids: If everyone in the world turned on the lights at the same time, what would happen?
System operators use sensors and sophisticated computers to track electricity demand so they can adjust power production up or down as needed.
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PROMO Miscellaneous - Terrorism Crime Law Enforcement Person Criminal People - iStockbaramee2554
Cuts to terrorism prevention departments could leave Americans exposed
The dismantling of the country’s terrorism and extremism prevention programs began in February 2025.
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5 simple ways to spark real talk with kids
Children who hesitate to ask or answer questions risk becoming adults with the same habits.
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Football and faith could return to the Supreme Court – this time, over loudspeakers
With the start of another high school football season around the corner, a long-simmering dispute has heated up: prayers at games.

Classifieds & Sponsors

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Help Wanted - Administrative Assistant
Help Wanted - Administrative Assistant
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Government - Board of Trustees Opening
Government - Board of Trustees Opening
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Board Vacancy - Town of Kit Carson
Board Vacancy - Town of Kit Carson
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Agriculture - Seed for Sale
Agriculture - Seed for Sale

 


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