Top News Image Governor Polis appoints Susan Blanco to Colorado Supreme Court Colorado Governor Jared Polis on Tuesday appointed Susan Blanco to the Colorado Supreme Court. Image Four killed in I-25 pileup south of Pueblo; investigators release victim details Four people were killed and at least 29 others were injured in a multi-vehicle crash Tuesday on Interstate 25 south of Pueblo. Image Colorado activists urge owner of empty Hudson prison to nix potential new ICE facility Located about 30 miles northeast of Denver and formerly known as the Hudson Correctional Facility, Big Horn is a 1,200-bed prison Image CBI assists La Junta police in murder investigation; 18-year-old arrested An 18-year-old suspect was arrested early Saturday following a fatal shooting in La Junta. Image Passage of federal science funds a lifeline for Colorado’s aerospace industry The new law, approved by President Donald Trump on Jan. 23, funds NASA for fiscal year 2026. Image Top articles for the week ending February 14, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending February 14, 2026. National and Global News Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - February 18, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image Daily Audio Newscast - February 18, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image Politics: 2026Talks - February 18, 2026 Politics in the United States and around the world. Image High housing costs, shortages propel movement in Congress An analysis last summer found that in 2023, about 1.4 million homes were added to the housing stock, but there were 1.8 million new families. Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - February 17, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image New Mexico's gray wolves back in crosshairs of proposed legislation Champions of the Mexican gray wolf are watching a bill introduced in Congress. Image Medical experts offer tips for maintaining good heart health February is American Heart Month and health experts are putting a spotlight on cardiovascular diseases. Image Politics: 2026Talks - February 17, 2026 Politics in the United States and around the world. Life in Kiowa County Haswell - Eads - Brandon - Sheridan Lake - Towner - Classifieds - Local Government - Sand Creek Image USDA Update – February 17, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image About Town – February 16, 2026 Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden. Image Kiowa County weather recap - February 18, 2026 Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending February 18, 2026. Image Pastor’s Pearls – February 8, 2026 Pearls of faith from Pastor Richard Zabriskie. Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores - February 9-14, 2026 February 9-14, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Top articles for the week ending February 14, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending February 14, 2026. Image Pages from the Past - From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press - February 15, 2026 From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado. Image Auction - Land Auction - Land Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells - Kit Carson - Wild Horse Image USDA Update – February 17, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores - February 9-14, 2026 February 9-14, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams. 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Image Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus - February 16-19, 2026 Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus for February 16-19, 2026. Economy Image Despite January increase, jobs report shows a historic stall in hiring last year Estimates for 2025 were revised down by more than a million jobs to a level of low growth rarely seen outside of recessions. Image US House opens the door to votes against tariffs A handful of House Republicans tanked a procedural vote Tuesday night. Image Keeping Colorado’s coal plants projected to be costly for ratepayers Clean air advocates are pushing back against the Trump administration’s move to force utility companies to keep operating coal-fired power plants. Image Colorado jobless rate falls again, ranks 23rd nationally Colorado’s unemployment rate has dropped again, following the trend of previous months. Elections Image Nevada removed almost 177,000 voter registrations last year Last year, Nevada removed almost 177,000 voters from the rolls as part of regular voting list maintenance. Image Utah’s anti-gerrymandering law may go back to voters: Prop 4 repeal effort files 200,000 signatures The effort to repeal Utah’s voter-approved, anti-gerrymandering law known as Proposition 4 hit a big milestone Sunday. Image Ballot initiative would add constitutional right to access public meetings and records in Colorado Colorado voters could be asked to amend the state’s constitution to include the right to know the goings-on of state and local governments. Image Nebraska hands over potentially sensitive voter data to DOJ during legal fight Nebraska has handed over requested data to the U.S. Department of Justice, including parts that critics of the move have argued are potentially sensitive. Health & Living Image Some states are helping to make Obamacare plans more affordable At least 10 Democratic-leaning states are using their own money to help people buy Obamacare health plans. Image Medical experts offer tips for maintaining good heart health February is American Heart Month and health experts are putting a spotlight on cardiovascular diseases. Image New Mexico Senate committee advances bill to expand firefighter cancer coverage House Bill 128 would “presume” that many cancers are caused by a firefighter’s line of work. Image Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska opens Level 4 trauma center Health care officials say a new Level 4 EMS trauma facility opened by the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska will mean faster and more efficient care. Movie Reviews Image Movie Review - Wuthering Heights Critic Bob Garver looks at "Furthering Height." Is he now ready to read the novel? Image Movie Review - GOAT Critic Bob Garver looks at "GOAT." Is it the greatest of all time? Image Movie Review - Send Help Critic Bob Garver looks at "Send Help." Does it have him sending out an SOS? Image Movie Review - Mercy Critic Bob Garver looks at "Mercy." Does it have him crying "uncle? Agriculture Sponsored by our friends at Golden Plains Insurance Image Polis administration sued over factory farm pollution Colorado has strict requirements to protect water supplies from the impacts of factory farms. Image USDA Update – February 17, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Farmers face greater risk with planting insurance option removed Farmers will be without a key federal crop insurance option this year as they prepare for spring planting. Image Colorado dairy producers urged to enroll in 2026 Dairy Margin Coverage by February 26 Colorado dairy producers are being reminded to enroll in the federal Dairy Margin Coverage program by Feb. 26 to secure risk protection. Government & Politics Image Some states are helping to make Obamacare plans more affordable At least 10 Democratic-leaning states are using their own money to help people buy Obamacare health plans. Image Utah and Idaho’s dispute over gas tax may fizzle with new bill to lower fuel prices The interstate dispute over a potential restructure of Utah’s gas tax may be close to an end. Image Governor Polis appoints Susan Blanco to Colorado Supreme Court Colorado Governor Jared Polis on Tuesday appointed Susan Blanco to the Colorado Supreme Court. Image New Mexico Senate committee advances bill to expand firefighter cancer coverage House Bill 128 would “presume” that many cancers are caused by a firefighter’s line of work. Crime, Court & Law Image Montana protester reaches plea deal: 'I'd do it all over again' As three Montana protestors arrested last fall reach a plea deal, they're sending a message about immigration enforcement. Image New Mexico House advances bill to eliminate statute of limitations for sex crimes related to children Members of the New Mexico House Judiciary Committee unanimously advanced a bill to remove the time limits for prosecuting criminal sexual contact with children. Image New Mexico Senate committee advances bill to expand firefighter cancer coverage House Bill 128 would “presume” that many cancers are caused by a firefighter’s line of work. Image Governor Polis appoints Susan Blanco to Colorado Supreme Court Colorado Governor Jared Polis on Tuesday appointed Susan Blanco to the Colorado Supreme Court. Weather & Climate Image Kiowa County weather recap - February 18, 2026 Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending February 18, 2026. Image Polis administration sued over factory farm pollution Colorado has strict requirements to protect water supplies from the impacts of factory farms. Image Four killed in I-25 pileup south of Pueblo; investigators release victim details Four people were killed and at least 29 others were injured in a multi-vehicle crash Tuesday on Interstate 25 south of Pueblo. Image Four killed, dozens injured in I-25 pileup south of Pueblo amid blinding dust Four people were killed and at least 29 others were taken to hospitals following a large multi-vehicle crash Tuesday. Personal Finance & Business Image Some states are helping to make Obamacare plans more affordable At least 10 Democratic-leaning states are using their own money to help people buy Obamacare health plans. Image Colorado Democrats propose tax tweaks to help working families amid federal policy fallout When Congress passed H.R.1 last summer, state tax revenue projections dipped by about $1.2 billion in the current budget year. Image Consumers to weigh proposed rate hike by Arizona's largest utility Arizona's largest public utility company has proposed a double-digit rate hike that would mean higher power bills for ratepayers. Image High housing costs, shortages propel movement in Congress An analysis last summer found that in 2023, about 1.4 million homes were added to the housing stock, but there were 1.8 million new families. Food & Recipes Image Cooking at Home - Fruit Muffins Try these muffins for breakfast or as a snack during the day. Use fresh fruit when in season - frozen or canned fruit works too! Image Cooking at Home - Sweet Potato Cheesecake Make this delicious and creamy cheesecake full of fall spice flavor for your next holiday celebration. Image Cooking at Home - Spicy Oven-Baked Chicken Chicken thighs coated in hot sauce, mustard, thyme, and garlic are oven baked for a tender and simple chicken dish. Image Cooking at Home - Turkey Tetrazzini Many families love the savory flavors of a turkey dinner. However, after a few rounds of leftovers, it's great to be able to taste new flavors and prepare an easy, one-dish meal. Science, Tech & Education Image Suit challenges Colorado's ban on public funds for religion A new lawsuit is challenging Colorado’s ban on using public funds for religious institutions. Image Fears about TikTok’s policy changes point to a deeper problem in the tech industry The new terms of service and privacy policy went into effect on Jan. 22, 2026, following the app’s sale from ByteDance to TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC. Image Montana school health clinics boost attendance, lower suspensions Health care services located in Montana schools are leading to higher attendance and fewer suspensions. Image New Mexico environment officials issue nearly $16 million fines to Los Alamos National Lab over legacy waste New Mexico environment officials this week unveiled close to $16 million in fines, along with other enforcement actions intended. Outdoors & Entertainment Image New Mexico's gray wolves back in crosshairs of proposed legislation Champions of the Mexican gray wolf are watching a bill introduced in Congress. Image EarthTalk - Should I be concerned for my health if my property is right near a golf course? Golf courses make up about 2.3 million acres of land in the U.S. Image EarthTalk - ¿Debería preocuparme por mi salud si mi propiedad está muy cerca de un campo de golf? Los campos de golf ocupan alrededor de 2,3 millones de acres de tierra en los EE. UU. Image Movie Review - Wuthering Heights Critic Bob Garver looks at "Furthering Height." Is he now ready to read the novel? The Conversation Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics. Image Fears about TikTok’s policy changes point to a deeper problem in the tech industry The new terms of service and privacy policy went into effect on Jan. 22, 2026, following the app’s sale from ByteDance to TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC. Image Curious Kids: How do scientists hunt for dark matter? Scientists know that dark matter makes up the majority of all matter in the universe, but we’ve never actually observed it directly. Image Curious Kids: Is the whole universe just a simulation? Could the Earth and everything on it – and even the whole universe – be a simulation running on a giant computer? 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Image Governor Polis appoints Susan Blanco to Colorado Supreme Court Colorado Governor Jared Polis on Tuesday appointed Susan Blanco to the Colorado Supreme Court.
Image Four killed in I-25 pileup south of Pueblo; investigators release victim details Four people were killed and at least 29 others were injured in a multi-vehicle crash Tuesday on Interstate 25 south of Pueblo.
Image Colorado activists urge owner of empty Hudson prison to nix potential new ICE facility Located about 30 miles northeast of Denver and formerly known as the Hudson Correctional Facility, Big Horn is a 1,200-bed prison
Image CBI assists La Junta police in murder investigation; 18-year-old arrested An 18-year-old suspect was arrested early Saturday following a fatal shooting in La Junta.
Image Passage of federal science funds a lifeline for Colorado’s aerospace industry The new law, approved by President Donald Trump on Jan. 23, funds NASA for fiscal year 2026.
Image Top articles for the week ending February 14, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending February 14, 2026.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - February 18, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - February 18, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image High housing costs, shortages propel movement in Congress An analysis last summer found that in 2023, about 1.4 million homes were added to the housing stock, but there were 1.8 million new families.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - February 17, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image New Mexico's gray wolves back in crosshairs of proposed legislation Champions of the Mexican gray wolf are watching a bill introduced in Congress.
Image Medical experts offer tips for maintaining good heart health February is American Heart Month and health experts are putting a spotlight on cardiovascular diseases.
Image USDA Update – February 17, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image About Town – February 16, 2026 Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.
Image Kiowa County weather recap - February 18, 2026 Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending February 18, 2026.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores - February 9-14, 2026 February 9-14, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Top articles for the week ending February 14, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending February 14, 2026.
Image Pages from the Past - From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press - February 15, 2026 From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.
Image USDA Update – February 17, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores - February 9-14, 2026 February 9-14, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores - February 9-14, 2026 February 9-14, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending February 14, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending February 14, 2026.
Image Top articles for the week ending February 14, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending February 14, 2026.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - February 17-21, 2026 February 17-21, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule February 17-21, 2026 February 17-21, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus - February 16-19, 2026 Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus for February 16-19, 2026.
Image Despite January increase, jobs report shows a historic stall in hiring last year Estimates for 2025 were revised down by more than a million jobs to a level of low growth rarely seen outside of recessions.
Image US House opens the door to votes against tariffs A handful of House Republicans tanked a procedural vote Tuesday night.
Image Keeping Colorado’s coal plants projected to be costly for ratepayers Clean air advocates are pushing back against the Trump administration’s move to force utility companies to keep operating coal-fired power plants.
Image Colorado jobless rate falls again, ranks 23rd nationally Colorado’s unemployment rate has dropped again, following the trend of previous months.
Image Nevada removed almost 177,000 voter registrations last year Last year, Nevada removed almost 177,000 voters from the rolls as part of regular voting list maintenance.
Image Utah’s anti-gerrymandering law may go back to voters: Prop 4 repeal effort files 200,000 signatures The effort to repeal Utah’s voter-approved, anti-gerrymandering law known as Proposition 4 hit a big milestone Sunday.
Image Ballot initiative would add constitutional right to access public meetings and records in Colorado Colorado voters could be asked to amend the state’s constitution to include the right to know the goings-on of state and local governments.
Image Nebraska hands over potentially sensitive voter data to DOJ during legal fight Nebraska has handed over requested data to the U.S. Department of Justice, including parts that critics of the move have argued are potentially sensitive.
Image Some states are helping to make Obamacare plans more affordable At least 10 Democratic-leaning states are using their own money to help people buy Obamacare health plans.
Image Medical experts offer tips for maintaining good heart health February is American Heart Month and health experts are putting a spotlight on cardiovascular diseases.
Image New Mexico Senate committee advances bill to expand firefighter cancer coverage House Bill 128 would “presume” that many cancers are caused by a firefighter’s line of work.
Image Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska opens Level 4 trauma center Health care officials say a new Level 4 EMS trauma facility opened by the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska will mean faster and more efficient care.
Image Movie Review - Wuthering Heights Critic Bob Garver looks at "Furthering Height." Is he now ready to read the novel?
Image Movie Review - Send Help Critic Bob Garver looks at "Send Help." Does it have him sending out an SOS?
Image Polis administration sued over factory farm pollution Colorado has strict requirements to protect water supplies from the impacts of factory farms.
Image USDA Update – February 17, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Farmers face greater risk with planting insurance option removed Farmers will be without a key federal crop insurance option this year as they prepare for spring planting.
Image Colorado dairy producers urged to enroll in 2026 Dairy Margin Coverage by February 26 Colorado dairy producers are being reminded to enroll in the federal Dairy Margin Coverage program by Feb. 26 to secure risk protection.
Image Some states are helping to make Obamacare plans more affordable At least 10 Democratic-leaning states are using their own money to help people buy Obamacare health plans.
Image Utah and Idaho’s dispute over gas tax may fizzle with new bill to lower fuel prices The interstate dispute over a potential restructure of Utah’s gas tax may be close to an end.
Image Governor Polis appoints Susan Blanco to Colorado Supreme Court Colorado Governor Jared Polis on Tuesday appointed Susan Blanco to the Colorado Supreme Court.
Image New Mexico Senate committee advances bill to expand firefighter cancer coverage House Bill 128 would “presume” that many cancers are caused by a firefighter’s line of work.
Image Montana protester reaches plea deal: 'I'd do it all over again' As three Montana protestors arrested last fall reach a plea deal, they're sending a message about immigration enforcement.
Image New Mexico House advances bill to eliminate statute of limitations for sex crimes related to children Members of the New Mexico House Judiciary Committee unanimously advanced a bill to remove the time limits for prosecuting criminal sexual contact with children.
Image New Mexico Senate committee advances bill to expand firefighter cancer coverage House Bill 128 would “presume” that many cancers are caused by a firefighter’s line of work.
Image Governor Polis appoints Susan Blanco to Colorado Supreme Court Colorado Governor Jared Polis on Tuesday appointed Susan Blanco to the Colorado Supreme Court.
Image Kiowa County weather recap - February 18, 2026 Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending February 18, 2026.
Image Polis administration sued over factory farm pollution Colorado has strict requirements to protect water supplies from the impacts of factory farms.
Image Four killed in I-25 pileup south of Pueblo; investigators release victim details Four people were killed and at least 29 others were injured in a multi-vehicle crash Tuesday on Interstate 25 south of Pueblo.
Image Four killed, dozens injured in I-25 pileup south of Pueblo amid blinding dust Four people were killed and at least 29 others were taken to hospitals following a large multi-vehicle crash Tuesday.
Image Some states are helping to make Obamacare plans more affordable At least 10 Democratic-leaning states are using their own money to help people buy Obamacare health plans.
Image Colorado Democrats propose tax tweaks to help working families amid federal policy fallout When Congress passed H.R.1 last summer, state tax revenue projections dipped by about $1.2 billion in the current budget year.
Image Consumers to weigh proposed rate hike by Arizona's largest utility Arizona's largest public utility company has proposed a double-digit rate hike that would mean higher power bills for ratepayers.
Image High housing costs, shortages propel movement in Congress An analysis last summer found that in 2023, about 1.4 million homes were added to the housing stock, but there were 1.8 million new families.
Image Cooking at Home - Fruit Muffins Try these muffins for breakfast or as a snack during the day. Use fresh fruit when in season - frozen or canned fruit works too!
Image Cooking at Home - Sweet Potato Cheesecake Make this delicious and creamy cheesecake full of fall spice flavor for your next holiday celebration.
Image Cooking at Home - Spicy Oven-Baked Chicken Chicken thighs coated in hot sauce, mustard, thyme, and garlic are oven baked for a tender and simple chicken dish.
Image Cooking at Home - Turkey Tetrazzini Many families love the savory flavors of a turkey dinner. However, after a few rounds of leftovers, it's great to be able to taste new flavors and prepare an easy, one-dish meal.
Image Suit challenges Colorado's ban on public funds for religion A new lawsuit is challenging Colorado’s ban on using public funds for religious institutions.
Image Fears about TikTok’s policy changes point to a deeper problem in the tech industry The new terms of service and privacy policy went into effect on Jan. 22, 2026, following the app’s sale from ByteDance to TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC.
Image Montana school health clinics boost attendance, lower suspensions Health care services located in Montana schools are leading to higher attendance and fewer suspensions.
Image New Mexico environment officials issue nearly $16 million fines to Los Alamos National Lab over legacy waste New Mexico environment officials this week unveiled close to $16 million in fines, along with other enforcement actions intended.
Image New Mexico's gray wolves back in crosshairs of proposed legislation Champions of the Mexican gray wolf are watching a bill introduced in Congress.
Image EarthTalk - Should I be concerned for my health if my property is right near a golf course? Golf courses make up about 2.3 million acres of land in the U.S.
Image EarthTalk - ¿Debería preocuparme por mi salud si mi propiedad está muy cerca de un campo de golf? Los campos de golf ocupan alrededor de 2,3 millones de acres de tierra en los EE. UU.
Image Movie Review - Wuthering Heights Critic Bob Garver looks at "Furthering Height." Is he now ready to read the novel?
Image Fears about TikTok’s policy changes point to a deeper problem in the tech industry The new terms of service and privacy policy went into effect on Jan. 22, 2026, following the app’s sale from ByteDance to TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC.
Image Curious Kids: How do scientists hunt for dark matter? Scientists know that dark matter makes up the majority of all matter in the universe, but we’ve never actually observed it directly.
Image Curious Kids: Is the whole universe just a simulation? Could the Earth and everything on it – and even the whole universe – be a simulation running on a giant computer?
Image Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry and warm winter around Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry
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