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Body found along Highway 50 in Delta County
Shortly after 5:00 a.m. Sunday, the Colorado State Patrol responded to a report of a body found along the side of Highway 50.
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Colorado ranks 12th in the nation in child wellness survey
Nationally, the state ranked 15th in economic well-being, ninth in education, 24th in health, and ninth in family and community.
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Top articles for the week ending July 5, 2025
Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending July 5, 2025.
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Boulder attack suspect charged with murder after victim dies, family could be deported
Mohamed Sabry Soliman has been officially charged with first-degree murder, following the death of 82-year-old Karen Diamond.
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States face hard choices as budgets expected to tighten
Slow revenue growth continues to pinch state budgets, leading governors to propose spending cuts, hiring freezes and some tax increases.
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Trump withholds $70 million in Colorado school funding, leaving program futures uncertain
U.S. Department of Education also canceled student mental health grants earlier this year, so the state’s AG is suing.

National and Global News

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Anti-abortion leader argues US was not ready for Roe or Dobbs decisions
John Mize, CEO of Americans United for Life, said the group would continue pushing for policies that make abortions harder to provide and access.
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Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending July 5, 2025
Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending July 5, 2025.
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States face hard choices as budgets expected to tighten
Slow revenue growth continues to pinch state budgets, leading governors to propose spending cuts, hiring freezes and some tax increases.
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Politics: 2025Talks - July 4, 2025
Politics in the United States and around the world.
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Daily Audio Newscast - July 4, 2025
Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
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What MAGA means to Americans
The Make America Great Again movement has dominated the U.S. political conversation, reshaped the Republican Party and become a lucrative brand.
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Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - July 3, 2025
Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
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Politics: 2025Talks - July 3, 2025
Politics in the United States and around the world.

Life in Kiowa County

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Obituary - Allen Wade Watts
Obituary for Allen Wade Watts of Kiowa County, Colorado.
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Eads Chamber of Commerce announces 2024 Volunteer of the Year
Eads Chamber of Commerce announces 2024 Volunteer of the Year
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Death Notice - Allen Wade Watts
Death Notice for Allen Wade Watts of Kiowa County, Colorado.
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Top articles for the week ending July 5, 2025
Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending July 5, 2025.
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Kiowa County Board Openings
Kiowa County Board Openings
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Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending July 5, 2025
Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending July 5, 2025.
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Funeral Services - Allen Wade Watts
Funeral services for Allen Wade Watts of Kiowa County, Colorado.
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Pages from the Past - From the 138-year history of the Kiowa County Press - July 6, 2025
From the 138-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.

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Town of Cheyenne Wells special meeting minutes – May 28, 2025
Minutes of the May 28, 2025, meeting of the Town of Cheyenne Wells Council.
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Top articles for the week ending July 5, 2025
Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending July 5, 2025.
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Your Story: In the Beginning – Hammer Family History Part 25
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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Town of Cheyenne Wells meeting minutes – May 13, 2025
Minutes of the May 13, 2025, meeting of the Town of Cheyenne Wells Council.
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Grace Lutheran Church Weekly Devotion - Galatians 5:1, 13-25 (ESV)
Weekly devotion by Reverend Steven Zandstra at Grace Lutheran Church in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado.
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USDA Update – July 2, 2025
Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
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Cheyenne County Tumbleweed Fair Window Painting Contest
Cheyenne County Tumbleweed Fair Window Painting Contest

Economy

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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.
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States face hard choices as budgets expected to tighten
Slow revenue growth continues to pinch state budgets, leading governors to propose spending cuts, hiring freezes and some tax increases.
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South Dakota food bank: We're stretched too thin to absorb SNAP cuts
Federal data show roughly 75,000 South Dakota households rely on SNAP benefits to put food on the table.
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Colorado fentanyl deaths fall, but economic toll remains
Fentanyl deaths in Colorado dropped last year, but still had an economic toll of $13.1 billion, a new report says.

Elections

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Trump, FBI renew allegations of 2020 election fraud
President Donald Trump has renewed calls for a special prosecutor to probe false claims of fraud in the 2020 election.
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Lawsuit challenges closed primary elections in Maryland
If the lawsuit is successful, nearly a million Marylanders may be able to vote in upcoming primaries.
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Letter to the Editor: Unaffiliated Candidate for Governor of Colorado
Letter to the Editor: Unaffiliated Candidate for Governor of Colorado
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Letter to the Editor – Crespin announces reelection bid for Lamar Mayor
Letter to the Editor – Crespin announces reelection bid for Lamar Mayor

Health & Living

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Three small earthquakes in northwest Kansas Saturday
Kansas has experienced six earthquakes in recent days, including three Saturday.
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Utah after-school and summer programs blindsided by federal funding freeze
This week, instead of money, states received a notice saying that the $6.8 billion allocated for different K-12 programs were on hold and under review.
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Portland hospital workers vote to organize, join service employees union
More than 1,100 caregivers at Portland's Providence St. Vincent Medical Center have voted to unionize.
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South Dakota lawmakers look for ways to deliver on support for ‘essential’ ambulance service
Back in February, South Dakota lawmakers recognized emergency medical services as an “essential service.” Sort of.

Movie Reviews

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Movie Review - F1: The Movie
Critic Bob Garver looks at "F1: The Movie." Did it take the checkered flag for him?
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Movie Review - 28 Years Later
Critic Bob Garver looks at "28 Years Later." Was it worth the wait?
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Movie Review - How to Train Your Dragon
Critic Bob Garver looks at the live action remake "How to Train Your Dragon" from Dreamworks.
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Movie Reviews – Final Destination: Bloodlines and Karate Kid: Legends
Critic Bob Garver looks at "Final Destination: Bloodlines" and "Karate Kid: Legends."

Agriculture

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USDA Update – July 2, 2025
Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
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USDA Update – June 24, 2025
Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
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USDA Update – June 21, 2025
Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
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Colorado Department of Agriculture - Ag Connection June 2025
Inspections are crucial for everyone involved in the food industry.

Government & Politics

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Utah after-school and summer programs blindsided by federal funding freeze
This week, instead of money, states received a notice saying that the $6.8 billion allocated for different K-12 programs were on hold and under review.
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Governor Polis announces new boards and commissions appointments
The latest Colorado boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jared Polis.
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Montana governor vetoes several bipartisan conservation bills
Environmental and wildlife conservation in Montana took hits during this year's state legislative session.
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Governor Polis Appoints Annette J. Kundelius to the 19th Judicial District Court
Colorado Governor Jared Polis has appointed Rory N. Devlin to the Elbert County Court in the 23rd Judicial District.

Crime, Court & Law

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Anti-abortion leader argues US was not ready for Roe or Dobbs decisions
John Mize, CEO of Americans United for Life, said the group would continue pushing for policies that make abortions harder to provide and access.
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Governor Polis Appoints Rory N. Devlin to the Elbert County
Colorado Governor Jared Polis has appointed Rory N. Devlin to the Elbert County Court in the 23rd Judicial District.
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Governor Polis Appoints Annette J. Kundelius to the 19th Judicial District Court
Colorado Governor Jared Polis has appointed Rory N. Devlin to the Elbert County Court in the 23rd Judicial District.
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Boulder attack suspect charged with murder after victim dies, family could be deported
Mohamed Sabry Soliman has been officially charged with first-degree murder, following the death of 82-year-old Karen Diamond.

Weather & Climate

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EarthTalk - What’s the latest in tidal energy?
Tidal energy—generated from the natural rise and fall of ocean tides—is one of the most predictable forms of renewable energy.
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EarthTalk - ¿Qué hay de nuevo en materia de energía mareomotriz?
La energía mareomotriz, generada por el ascenso y descenso natural de las mareas oceánicas, es una de las formas más predecibles de energía renovable.
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After coal, a debate in Colorado over proposed new natural gas electricity generation
Tri-State power wants a new gas plant at Craig. Conservation coalition says it’s costly and unneeded.
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Kiowa County weather recap - July 2, 2025
Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending July 2, 2025.

Personal Finance & Business

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South Dakota lawmakers look for ways to deliver on support for ‘essential’ ambulance service
Back in February, South Dakota lawmakers recognized emergency medical services as an “essential service.” Sort of.
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Under federal budget bill, how would your electricity bill fare?
The debates remain at the forefront with energy demand predicted to spike in the coming years.
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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.
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North Dakota school districts get no 'summer break' from budget maneuvering
As in recent years, some administrators are performing what amounts to a high-wire act in balancing resources and services.

Food & Recipes

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Cooking at Home - Cranberry Nut Bread
Enjoy this bread for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Use fresh cranberries when in season for a burst of flavor.
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Recipe - 15-Minute Enchiladas
Recipe - 15-Minute Enchiladas
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Cooking at Home - Short Cut Lasagna
No need to precook the noodles in this easy lasagna.
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Cooking at Home - Scalloped Potatoes
A hearty side dish that would go well with a flavorful fish recipe and a fresh green salad.

Science, Tech & Education

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‘It’s not over’: New Mexico doctor discusses the lasting effects of COVID-19
One of the biggest misconceptions about COVID-19 is that the pandemic is over, said Dr. Michelle Harkins.
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Young children and a care giver at tables engaged in educational activities.
Utah after-school and summer programs blindsided by federal funding freeze
This week, instead of money, states received a notice saying that the $6.8 billion allocated for different K-12 programs were on hold and under review.
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New Mexico university to offer state's first artificial intelligence degree
Artificial intelligence is expected to change people's lives and New Mexico State University is meeting the challenge by offering an AI degree.
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Curious Kids: How do atoms form?
Understanding how atoms form is a fundamental and important question, since they make up everything with mass.

Outdoors & Entertainment

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Home Country – The meaning of the flag
Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
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Montana governor vetoes several bipartisan conservation bills
Environmental and wildlife conservation in Montana took hits during this year's state legislative session.
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Montana, Forest Service, sign forest management agreement
Montana Governor Greg Gianforte and U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Shultz formalized a shared forest management agreement.
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Lawmakers press Colorado wildlife leaders on troubled wolf reintroduction program
Program costs have far exceeded initial estimate presented to voters.

The Conversation

Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics.

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Curious Kids: How do atoms form?
Understanding how atoms form is a fundamental and important question, since they make up everything with mass.
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One ‘big, beautiful’ reason why Republicans in Congress just can’t quit Donald Trump
Over the past 50 years, lawmakers in the president’s party have increasingly supported the president’s position on legislation that passes Congress.
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What MAGA means to Americans
The Make America Great Again movement has dominated the U.S. political conversation, reshaped the Republican Party and become a lucrative brand.
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Curious Kids: Is Mars really red?
People from cultures across the world have been looking at Mars since ancient times. Because it appears reddish, it has often been called the red planet.

Classifieds & Sponsors

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Kiowa County Board Openings
Kiowa County Board Openings
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Help Wanted - Public Works
Help Wanted - Public Works
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Help Wanted - Custodian
Help Wanted - Custodian
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Government - Board of Trustees Opening
Government - Board of Trustees Opening

 


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