Top News Image CDPHE lifts water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir State health officials lifted a water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir near Hasty after testing showed E. coli levels returned to safe recreational standards following a sewage spill. Image Top articles for the week ending September 5, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, September 5, 2026. Image Feds spare Upper Basin; states still feel water cuts pressure Upper Basin states including Colorado escaped federal water cuts while Lower Basin states face up to 3 million acre-feet in annual reductions, though prolonged drought threatens all water users. Image Colorado ethics committee recommends reprimand of Representative Mandy Lindsay over ethics violation Aurora Democrat Mandy Lindsay faces House reprimand and removal from leadership posts for mishandling Democratic caucus funds during her tenure as co-chair. Image Exceptional drought erased from Kiowa County as rain improves eastern plains Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week. Image Representative Jeff Crank leads resolution against Democratic Socialists of America Rep. Jeff Crank's House resolution condemning socialism passed 220-192, drawing criticism from Democratic Socialists of America who say it wastes time while their movement gains political traction nationwide. National and Global News Image On Labor Day, poll shows union support hits 25-year high A new Gallup poll shows union approval has climbed to over 70 percent, with nearly half of Americans wanting unions to wield more power, marking a 25-year high in labor support. Image Politics: 2026Talks - September 7, 2026 Investors profit from detention of migrant women and children, working class voters up for grabs in the midterms and Starbucks baristas call a nationwide boycott amid stalled living wage negotiations. Image Commentary - A recipe for ‘Stone Soup’ and history’s warnings about the economy A Depression-era stone soup tale and history of economic crashes remind us that deregulation and unchecked wealth concentration often precede hard times for ordinary Americans. Image Commentary - US employers are relying more and more on ‘disposable’ workers Labor economist Paul Osterman's research shows that more than one in three U.S. workers hold disposable jobs with no career prospects or employment security. Image What to do if your vote is challenged: Practical advice as midterm elections approach An attorney outlines steps voters can take to protect their ballots and challenge eligibility disputes at polling places before the 2026 midterm elections. Image Labor unions are growing, but where depends on state politics U.S. union membership grew by more than 411,000 last year, with states protecting collective bargaining adding three times as many members as right-to-work states. Image Top audio articles for the week ending September 5, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, September 5, 2026. Image Election experts see few legal options for Trump to meddle with polling places Trump refuses to rule out deploying the National Guard or federal agents to polling places this fall, prompting election officials and lawmakers to prepare safeguards against potential interference. Life in Kiowa County Haswell - Eads - Brandon - Sheridan Lake - Towner - Classifieds - Local Government - Sand Creek Image Southeast Colorado high school football scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school football scores for August 31-September 5, 2026 Image Southeast Colorado high school softball scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school softball scores for August 31-September 5, 2026 Image Pages from the Past - From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press - September 6, 2026 From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado. Image Labor Day heat near 97 in Kiowa County before storms and a midweek cooldown Eads braces for near-97-degree heat and gusty winds Monday before thunderstorms sweep across Kiowa County, with cooler, wetter weather moving in through midweek. Image Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores for August 31-September 5, 2026 Image Top articles for the week ending September 5, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, September 5, 2026. Image Top audio articles for the week ending September 5, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, September 5, 2026. Image Southeast Colorado high school softball schedule - September 7-12, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school softball schedule for September 7-12, 2026 Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells - Kit Carson - Wild Horse Image Cheyenne County near 95 on Labor Day, with the week's best storm chance Monday night Cheyenne County reaches near 95 on Labor Day, with the week's strongest storm chance arriving Monday night as thunderstorms move in from the Colorado high country. Image Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores for August 31-September 5, 2026 Image Southeast Colorado high school softball scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school softball scores for August 31-September 5, 2026 Image Southeast Colorado high school football scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school football scores for August 31-September 5, 2026 Image Top audio articles for the week ending September 5, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, September 5, 2026. Image Top articles for the week ending September 5, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, September 5, 2026. Image Southeast Colorado high school volleyball schedule - September 7-12, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school volleyball schedule for September 7-12, 2026 Image Southeast Colorado high school softball schedule - September 7-12, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school softball schedule for September 7-12, 2026 Economy Image Commentary - A recipe for ‘Stone Soup’ and history’s warnings about the economy A Depression-era stone soup tale and history of economic crashes remind us that deregulation and unchecked wealth concentration often precede hard times for ordinary Americans. Image Why the rise in government debt is freaking out the bond market Governments worldwide face surging borrowing costs as interest rates climb to near two-decade highs, squeezing budgets for public services and leaving less room for tax cuts. Image Utah researchers explore value of higher education beyond the economics A Utah State University study finds that college-educated Utahns show greater awareness of issues affecting families and communities, though education alone must pair with local resources to drive real change. Image Gasoline hits $26 per gallon in the northwest Alaska village of Shungnak Gasoline in the remote northwest Alaska village of Shungnak costs $26.82 a gallon, likely the highest price in the United States, due to limited barge access and expensive air transport. Elections Image What to do if your vote is challenged: Practical advice as midterm elections approach An attorney outlines steps voters can take to protect their ballots and challenge eligibility disputes at polling places before the 2026 midterm elections. Image Election experts see few legal options for Trump to meddle with polling places Trump refuses to rule out deploying the National Guard or federal agents to polling places this fall, prompting election officials and lawmakers to prepare safeguards against potential interference. Image Republican Victor Marx faces fine over ‘unprecedented’ campaign finance violations Colorado elections officials are seeking a $51,427 fine against Republican gubernatorial nominee Victor Marx for accepting campaign contributions that exceeded legal limits by over $83,000. Image Colorado prepares to mail ballots as usual despite order Colorado will mail ballots to all registered voters for November's election despite a federal executive order and conflicting court rulings over mail-in voting procedures. Health & Living Image Rural Iowa pharmacy owner says federal action needed to stay open A central Iowa pharmacy owner says he loses money on prescriptions because pharmacy benefit managers negotiate prices below his costs to fill them, a problem a new state law aims to address but faces legal challenges and federal exemptions. Image Federal judge’s order allowing an Idaho doctor to perform certain abortions is put on hold A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked a judge's ruling that would have allowed an Idaho doctor to perform abortions when pregnancies threaten a woman's health. Image On Labor Day, poll shows union support hits 25-year high A new Gallup poll shows union approval has climbed to over 70 percent, with nearly half of Americans wanting unions to wield more power, marking a 25-year high in labor support. Image CDPHE lifts water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir State health officials lifted a water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir near Hasty after testing showed E. coli levels returned to safe recreational standards following a sewage spill. Movie Reviews Image Movie Review - Insidious: Out of the Further Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Insidious: Out of the Further.” Does he think it is worth a look? Image Movie Advance Review – Coyote vs. Acme Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Coyote vs. Acme.” Image Movie Review - The End of Oak Street Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience? Image Movie Review - One Night Only Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience? Agriculture Sponsored by our friends at Golden Plains Insurance Image 'From Farm Bill to Front Porch' workshop set for September 18 in Lamar Colorado State University Extension hosts a free Farm Bill workshop September 18 at the Lamar fairgrounds covering subsidy programs and payment options for farmers. Image Court says American Prairie bison can stay for now A federal judge temporarily blocks the Bureau of Land Management from removing 900 bison that American Prairie grazes on three federal allotments while their lawsuit proceeds. Image Ag producers send a message - sometimes the best crop is grass South Dakota farmers are enrolling nearly 290,000 acres in a federal conservation program this year, signaling growing interest in keeping marginal cropland as productive grassland instead. Image Exceptional drought erased from Kiowa County as rain improves eastern plains Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week. Government & Politics Image Colorado Public Utilities Commission cuts Xcel Energy's natural gas rate request Colorado's Public Utilities Commission cut Xcel Energy's requested natural gas rate increase by 35 percent, limiting residential customer hikes to 8.6 percent monthly while requiring the company to fund a $5 million assistance program. Image Rural Iowa pharmacy owner says federal action needed to stay open A central Iowa pharmacy owner says he loses money on prescriptions because pharmacy benefit managers negotiate prices below his costs to fill them, a problem a new state law aims to address but faces legal challenges and federal exemptions. Image Politics: 2026Talks - September 7, 2026 Investors profit from detention of migrant women and children, working class voters up for grabs in the midterms and Starbucks baristas call a nationwide boycott amid stalled living wage negotiations. Image Labor unions are growing, but where depends on state politics U.S. union membership grew by more than 411,000 last year, with states protecting collective bargaining adding three times as many members as right-to-work states. Crime, Court & Law Image Federal judge’s order allowing an Idaho doctor to perform certain abortions is put on hold A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked a judge's ruling that would have allowed an Idaho doctor to perform abortions when pregnancies threaten a woman's health. Image BREAKING: Nebraska Supreme Court upholds validity of state medical cannabis laws Nebraska's Supreme Court unanimously upheld two voter-approved medical cannabis laws Friday, rejecting claims of fraud and improper notarization in the 2024 petition effort. Image Court says American Prairie bison can stay for now A federal judge temporarily blocks the Bureau of Land Management from removing 900 bison that American Prairie grazes on three federal allotments while their lawsuit proceeds. Image Oklahoma reading law rollout to cross multiple state agencies, administrations Oklahoma state officials are selecting a universal reading screener that all districts must use starting next school year to identify early elementary students with literacy gaps. Weather & Climate Image Lamar climbs to 99 on a windy Labor Day as Prowers County heat holds into Tuesday Lamar reaches near 99 degrees Monday with south winds gusting to 40 mph before temperatures gradually cool through midweek. Image Cheyenne County near 95 on Labor Day, with the week's best storm chance Monday night Cheyenne County reaches near 95 on Labor Day, with the week's strongest storm chance arriving Monday night as thunderstorms move in from the Colorado high country. Image Labor Day heat near 97 in Kiowa County before storms and a midweek cooldown Eads braces for near-97-degree heat and gusty winds Monday before thunderstorms sweep across Kiowa County, with cooler, wetter weather moving in through midweek. Image EarthTalk – How does banning invasive plants affect their spread? Invasive plant species cost the globe over 1.2 trillion dollars and damage ecosystems, prompting some states to ban their sale while experts call for coordinated nationwide action. Personal Finance & Business Image Commentary - A recipe for ‘Stone Soup’ and history’s warnings about the economy A Depression-era stone soup tale and history of economic crashes remind us that deregulation and unchecked wealth concentration often precede hard times for ordinary Americans. Image Rural Iowa pharmacy owner says federal action needed to stay open A central Iowa pharmacy owner says he loses money on prescriptions because pharmacy benefit managers negotiate prices below his costs to fill them, a problem a new state law aims to address but faces legal challenges and federal exemptions. Image Commentary - US employers are relying more and more on ‘disposable’ workers Labor economist Paul Osterman's research shows that more than one in three U.S. workers hold disposable jobs with no career prospects or employment security. Image Washington looks to boost salvage logging as wildfires scorch record amount of state land Washington wildfires burned 93,000 acres of state trust land this summer, the most on record since 2000, prompting officials to fast-track sales of charred timber before it loses more value. Food & Recipes Image Cooking at Home - Caramel Sauce Serve this sauce over fruit or frozen yogurt for a dessert or special snack. Image Cooking at Home - Herbed Spinach Quiche Portabella Caps Breakfast quiche using portabella mushroom instead of high-fat pastry Image Cooking at Home - 15-Minute Enchiladas This is quick to make. When you need a main dish right away, try this enchilada recipe. Image Cooking at Home - Hummus Try this quick and easy hummus recipe by itself, with vegetables, crackers, chips, on sandwiches, in wraps and more! The possibilities are endless. Science, Tech & Education Image Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores for August 31-September 5, 2026 Image Southeast Colorado high school softball scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school softball scores for August 31-September 5, 2026 Image Southeast Colorado high school football scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school football scores for August 31-September 5, 2026 Image Oklahoma reading law rollout to cross multiple state agencies, administrations Oklahoma state officials are selecting a universal reading screener that all districts must use starting next school year to identify early elementary students with literacy gaps. Outdoors & Entertainment Image Court says American Prairie bison can stay for now A federal judge temporarily blocks the Bureau of Land Management from removing 900 bison that American Prairie grazes on three federal allotments while their lawsuit proceeds. Image Washington looks to boost salvage logging as wildfires scorch record amount of state land Washington wildfires burned 93,000 acres of state trust land this summer, the most on record since 2000, prompting officials to fast-track sales of charred timber before it loses more value. Image Colorado Parks and Wildlife responds to bear attack in Steamboat Springs A bear scratched a Steamboat Springs resident's knee in September while the person napped in a backyard chair, as Colorado Parks and Wildlife warns of increased bear activity during fall feeding season. Image CDPHE lifts water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir State health officials lifted a water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir near Hasty after testing showed E. coli levels returned to safe recreational standards following a sewage spill. The Conversation Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics. Image What to do if your vote is challenged: Practical advice as midterm elections approach An attorney outlines steps voters can take to protect their ballots and challenge eligibility disputes at polling places before the 2026 midterm elections. Image Curious Kids: How do computers talk with voices that sound like people? When you talk to computerized assistants like Siri or Alexa, they reply in voices that sound very human. Image Curious Kids: Can we remove or decrease spaces between atoms or molecules? By forcing atoms together with pressure and heat, scientists can control how a material carries electricity, how magnetic it is, and how it handles heat. Image Curious Kids: What makes muscles contract? Every muscle in your body is an organ, and just like every other organ, muscles are made of cells. Classifieds & Sponsors Image Town of Eads Special Election Town of Eads Special Election Image The Town of Eads is Hiring The Town of Eads is Hiring Image Help Wanted - Kiowa County Veterans Service Officer Help Wanted - Kiowa County Veterans Service Officer Image 2026 Kiowa County Fair Schedule 2026 Kiowa County Fair Schedule
Image CDPHE lifts water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir State health officials lifted a water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir near Hasty after testing showed E. coli levels returned to safe recreational standards following a sewage spill.
Image Top articles for the week ending September 5, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, September 5, 2026.
Image Feds spare Upper Basin; states still feel water cuts pressure Upper Basin states including Colorado escaped federal water cuts while Lower Basin states face up to 3 million acre-feet in annual reductions, though prolonged drought threatens all water users.
Image Colorado ethics committee recommends reprimand of Representative Mandy Lindsay over ethics violation Aurora Democrat Mandy Lindsay faces House reprimand and removal from leadership posts for mishandling Democratic caucus funds during her tenure as co-chair.
Image Exceptional drought erased from Kiowa County as rain improves eastern plains Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week.
Image Representative Jeff Crank leads resolution against Democratic Socialists of America Rep. Jeff Crank's House resolution condemning socialism passed 220-192, drawing criticism from Democratic Socialists of America who say it wastes time while their movement gains political traction nationwide.
Image On Labor Day, poll shows union support hits 25-year high A new Gallup poll shows union approval has climbed to over 70 percent, with nearly half of Americans wanting unions to wield more power, marking a 25-year high in labor support.
Image Politics: 2026Talks - September 7, 2026 Investors profit from detention of migrant women and children, working class voters up for grabs in the midterms and Starbucks baristas call a nationwide boycott amid stalled living wage negotiations.
Image Commentary - A recipe for ‘Stone Soup’ and history’s warnings about the economy A Depression-era stone soup tale and history of economic crashes remind us that deregulation and unchecked wealth concentration often precede hard times for ordinary Americans.
Image Commentary - US employers are relying more and more on ‘disposable’ workers Labor economist Paul Osterman's research shows that more than one in three U.S. workers hold disposable jobs with no career prospects or employment security.
Image What to do if your vote is challenged: Practical advice as midterm elections approach An attorney outlines steps voters can take to protect their ballots and challenge eligibility disputes at polling places before the 2026 midterm elections.
Image Labor unions are growing, but where depends on state politics U.S. union membership grew by more than 411,000 last year, with states protecting collective bargaining adding three times as many members as right-to-work states.
Image Top audio articles for the week ending September 5, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, September 5, 2026.
Image Election experts see few legal options for Trump to meddle with polling places Trump refuses to rule out deploying the National Guard or federal agents to polling places this fall, prompting election officials and lawmakers to prepare safeguards against potential interference.
Image Southeast Colorado high school football scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school football scores for August 31-September 5, 2026
Image Southeast Colorado high school softball scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school softball scores for August 31-September 5, 2026
Image Pages from the Past - From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press - September 6, 2026 From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.
Image Labor Day heat near 97 in Kiowa County before storms and a midweek cooldown Eads braces for near-97-degree heat and gusty winds Monday before thunderstorms sweep across Kiowa County, with cooler, wetter weather moving in through midweek.
Image Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores for August 31-September 5, 2026
Image Top articles for the week ending September 5, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, September 5, 2026.
Image Top audio articles for the week ending September 5, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, September 5, 2026.
Image Southeast Colorado high school softball schedule - September 7-12, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school softball schedule for September 7-12, 2026
Image Cheyenne County near 95 on Labor Day, with the week's best storm chance Monday night Cheyenne County reaches near 95 on Labor Day, with the week's strongest storm chance arriving Monday night as thunderstorms move in from the Colorado high country.
Image Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores for August 31-September 5, 2026
Image Southeast Colorado high school softball scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school softball scores for August 31-September 5, 2026
Image Southeast Colorado high school football scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school football scores for August 31-September 5, 2026
Image Top audio articles for the week ending September 5, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, September 5, 2026.
Image Top articles for the week ending September 5, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, September 5, 2026.
Image Southeast Colorado high school volleyball schedule - September 7-12, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school volleyball schedule for September 7-12, 2026
Image Southeast Colorado high school softball schedule - September 7-12, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school softball schedule for September 7-12, 2026
Image Commentary - A recipe for ‘Stone Soup’ and history’s warnings about the economy A Depression-era stone soup tale and history of economic crashes remind us that deregulation and unchecked wealth concentration often precede hard times for ordinary Americans.
Image Why the rise in government debt is freaking out the bond market Governments worldwide face surging borrowing costs as interest rates climb to near two-decade highs, squeezing budgets for public services and leaving less room for tax cuts.
Image Utah researchers explore value of higher education beyond the economics A Utah State University study finds that college-educated Utahns show greater awareness of issues affecting families and communities, though education alone must pair with local resources to drive real change.
Image Gasoline hits $26 per gallon in the northwest Alaska village of Shungnak Gasoline in the remote northwest Alaska village of Shungnak costs $26.82 a gallon, likely the highest price in the United States, due to limited barge access and expensive air transport.
Image What to do if your vote is challenged: Practical advice as midterm elections approach An attorney outlines steps voters can take to protect their ballots and challenge eligibility disputes at polling places before the 2026 midterm elections.
Image Election experts see few legal options for Trump to meddle with polling places Trump refuses to rule out deploying the National Guard or federal agents to polling places this fall, prompting election officials and lawmakers to prepare safeguards against potential interference.
Image Republican Victor Marx faces fine over ‘unprecedented’ campaign finance violations Colorado elections officials are seeking a $51,427 fine against Republican gubernatorial nominee Victor Marx for accepting campaign contributions that exceeded legal limits by over $83,000.
Image Colorado prepares to mail ballots as usual despite order Colorado will mail ballots to all registered voters for November's election despite a federal executive order and conflicting court rulings over mail-in voting procedures.
Image Rural Iowa pharmacy owner says federal action needed to stay open A central Iowa pharmacy owner says he loses money on prescriptions because pharmacy benefit managers negotiate prices below his costs to fill them, a problem a new state law aims to address but faces legal challenges and federal exemptions.
Image Federal judge’s order allowing an Idaho doctor to perform certain abortions is put on hold A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked a judge's ruling that would have allowed an Idaho doctor to perform abortions when pregnancies threaten a woman's health.
Image On Labor Day, poll shows union support hits 25-year high A new Gallup poll shows union approval has climbed to over 70 percent, with nearly half of Americans wanting unions to wield more power, marking a 25-year high in labor support.
Image CDPHE lifts water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir State health officials lifted a water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir near Hasty after testing showed E. coli levels returned to safe recreational standards following a sewage spill.
Image Movie Review - Insidious: Out of the Further Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Insidious: Out of the Further.” Does he think it is worth a look?
Image Movie Review - The End of Oak Street Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience?
Image Movie Review - One Night Only Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience?
Image 'From Farm Bill to Front Porch' workshop set for September 18 in Lamar Colorado State University Extension hosts a free Farm Bill workshop September 18 at the Lamar fairgrounds covering subsidy programs and payment options for farmers.
Image Court says American Prairie bison can stay for now A federal judge temporarily blocks the Bureau of Land Management from removing 900 bison that American Prairie grazes on three federal allotments while their lawsuit proceeds.
Image Ag producers send a message - sometimes the best crop is grass South Dakota farmers are enrolling nearly 290,000 acres in a federal conservation program this year, signaling growing interest in keeping marginal cropland as productive grassland instead.
Image Exceptional drought erased from Kiowa County as rain improves eastern plains Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week.
Image Colorado Public Utilities Commission cuts Xcel Energy's natural gas rate request Colorado's Public Utilities Commission cut Xcel Energy's requested natural gas rate increase by 35 percent, limiting residential customer hikes to 8.6 percent monthly while requiring the company to fund a $5 million assistance program.
Image Rural Iowa pharmacy owner says federal action needed to stay open A central Iowa pharmacy owner says he loses money on prescriptions because pharmacy benefit managers negotiate prices below his costs to fill them, a problem a new state law aims to address but faces legal challenges and federal exemptions.
Image Politics: 2026Talks - September 7, 2026 Investors profit from detention of migrant women and children, working class voters up for grabs in the midterms and Starbucks baristas call a nationwide boycott amid stalled living wage negotiations.
Image Labor unions are growing, but where depends on state politics U.S. union membership grew by more than 411,000 last year, with states protecting collective bargaining adding three times as many members as right-to-work states.
Image Federal judge’s order allowing an Idaho doctor to perform certain abortions is put on hold A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked a judge's ruling that would have allowed an Idaho doctor to perform abortions when pregnancies threaten a woman's health.
Image BREAKING: Nebraska Supreme Court upholds validity of state medical cannabis laws Nebraska's Supreme Court unanimously upheld two voter-approved medical cannabis laws Friday, rejecting claims of fraud and improper notarization in the 2024 petition effort.
Image Court says American Prairie bison can stay for now A federal judge temporarily blocks the Bureau of Land Management from removing 900 bison that American Prairie grazes on three federal allotments while their lawsuit proceeds.
Image Oklahoma reading law rollout to cross multiple state agencies, administrations Oklahoma state officials are selecting a universal reading screener that all districts must use starting next school year to identify early elementary students with literacy gaps.
Image Lamar climbs to 99 on a windy Labor Day as Prowers County heat holds into Tuesday Lamar reaches near 99 degrees Monday with south winds gusting to 40 mph before temperatures gradually cool through midweek.
Image Cheyenne County near 95 on Labor Day, with the week's best storm chance Monday night Cheyenne County reaches near 95 on Labor Day, with the week's strongest storm chance arriving Monday night as thunderstorms move in from the Colorado high country.
Image Labor Day heat near 97 in Kiowa County before storms and a midweek cooldown Eads braces for near-97-degree heat and gusty winds Monday before thunderstorms sweep across Kiowa County, with cooler, wetter weather moving in through midweek.
Image EarthTalk – How does banning invasive plants affect their spread? Invasive plant species cost the globe over 1.2 trillion dollars and damage ecosystems, prompting some states to ban their sale while experts call for coordinated nationwide action.
Image Commentary - A recipe for ‘Stone Soup’ and history’s warnings about the economy A Depression-era stone soup tale and history of economic crashes remind us that deregulation and unchecked wealth concentration often precede hard times for ordinary Americans.
Image Rural Iowa pharmacy owner says federal action needed to stay open A central Iowa pharmacy owner says he loses money on prescriptions because pharmacy benefit managers negotiate prices below his costs to fill them, a problem a new state law aims to address but faces legal challenges and federal exemptions.
Image Commentary - US employers are relying more and more on ‘disposable’ workers Labor economist Paul Osterman's research shows that more than one in three U.S. workers hold disposable jobs with no career prospects or employment security.
Image Washington looks to boost salvage logging as wildfires scorch record amount of state land Washington wildfires burned 93,000 acres of state trust land this summer, the most on record since 2000, prompting officials to fast-track sales of charred timber before it loses more value.
Image Cooking at Home - Caramel Sauce Serve this sauce over fruit or frozen yogurt for a dessert or special snack.
Image Cooking at Home - Herbed Spinach Quiche Portabella Caps Breakfast quiche using portabella mushroom instead of high-fat pastry
Image Cooking at Home - 15-Minute Enchiladas This is quick to make. When you need a main dish right away, try this enchilada recipe.
Image Cooking at Home - Hummus Try this quick and easy hummus recipe by itself, with vegetables, crackers, chips, on sandwiches, in wraps and more! The possibilities are endless.
Image Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores for August 31-September 5, 2026
Image Southeast Colorado high school softball scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school softball scores for August 31-September 5, 2026
Image Southeast Colorado high school football scores - August 31-September 5, 2026 Southeast Colorado high school football scores for August 31-September 5, 2026
Image Oklahoma reading law rollout to cross multiple state agencies, administrations Oklahoma state officials are selecting a universal reading screener that all districts must use starting next school year to identify early elementary students with literacy gaps.
Image Court says American Prairie bison can stay for now A federal judge temporarily blocks the Bureau of Land Management from removing 900 bison that American Prairie grazes on three federal allotments while their lawsuit proceeds.
Image Washington looks to boost salvage logging as wildfires scorch record amount of state land Washington wildfires burned 93,000 acres of state trust land this summer, the most on record since 2000, prompting officials to fast-track sales of charred timber before it loses more value.
Image Colorado Parks and Wildlife responds to bear attack in Steamboat Springs A bear scratched a Steamboat Springs resident's knee in September while the person napped in a backyard chair, as Colorado Parks and Wildlife warns of increased bear activity during fall feeding season.
Image CDPHE lifts water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir State health officials lifted a water contact advisory for John Martin Reservoir near Hasty after testing showed E. coli levels returned to safe recreational standards following a sewage spill.
Image What to do if your vote is challenged: Practical advice as midterm elections approach An attorney outlines steps voters can take to protect their ballots and challenge eligibility disputes at polling places before the 2026 midterm elections.
Image Curious Kids: How do computers talk with voices that sound like people? When you talk to computerized assistants like Siri or Alexa, they reply in voices that sound very human.
Image Curious Kids: Can we remove or decrease spaces between atoms or molecules? By forcing atoms together with pressure and heat, scientists can control how a material carries electricity, how magnetic it is, and how it handles heat.
Image Curious Kids: What makes muscles contract? Every muscle in your body is an organ, and just like every other organ, muscles are made of cells.
Image Help Wanted - Kiowa County Veterans Service Officer Help Wanted - Kiowa County Veterans Service Officer
