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U.S. Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on conversion therapy
The U.S. Supreme Court sided with a counselor who argued that Colorado’s 2019 law banning “conversion therapy” may violate her right to free speech.
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CBI, Saguache County offer $2,000 reward in Center homicide investigation
Investigators have determined that McClure was last seen alive on Friday, December 19, 2025.
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Social media companies must respond to search warrants within 72 hours under new Colorado law
Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed a bipartisan online safety bill into law Monday.
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Weiser, Gonzales take top spots on Colorado’s 2026 Democratic primary ballot
olorado’s 2026 Democratic primary ballot is nearly set after the party held its state assembly in Pueblo on Saturday.
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Colorado auto theft down 34 percent in 2025, marking third consecutive year of declines
Colorado experienced a 34 percent decline in motor vehicle theft in 2025 compared to the previous year.
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Top articles for the week ending March 28, 2026
Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending March 28, 2026.

National and Global News

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Trump order to block NPR, PBS funding was unlawful, judge rules
A federal judge ruled Tuesday that President Donald Trump overstepped his authority when he signed an executive order last year.
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As gas spikes to an average $4 a gallon, Hegseth says Iran ground war still an option
The White House defended skyrocketing gas prices Tuesday as a “short-term disruption” during the ongoing war in Iran.
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U.S. Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on conversion therapy
The U.S. Supreme Court sided with a counselor who argued that Colorado’s 2019 law banning “conversion therapy” may violate her right to free speech.
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Advocates praise, criticize Supreme Court conversion therapy decision
Advocates praised and criticized the U.S. Supreme Court's decision against a 2019 Colorado law banning conversion therapy.
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Fatal police violence may have declined for the first time in years
For the first time in years, there are early signs that police killings in the United States may be declining.
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Trump signs order seeking to curb vote-by-mail in bid to control state election laws
President Donald Trump signed a sweeping executive order on Tuesday that attempts to restrict mail-in voting.
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Politics: 2026Talks - April 1, 2026
Politics in the United States and around the world.
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Daily Audio Newscast - April 1, 2026
Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.

Life in Kiowa County

Haswell - Eads - Brandon - Sheridan Lake - Towner - Classifieds - Local Government - Sand Creek


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Funeral Services - Melodie Ann Richardson
Funeral Services - Melodie Ann Richardson
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Kiowa County weather recap - April 1, 2026
Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending April 1, 2026.
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About Town – March 31, 2026
Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.
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USDA Update – March 26, 2026
Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
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Red flag warning Monday for Kiowa County; cooler temperatures arriving mid-week
A Red Flag Warning for fire danger is in effect for Kiowa County Monday as near-record warmth extends into a second week.
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Government - Kiowa County Clerk's Office Closed
Government - Kiowa County Clerk's Office Closed
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Community - Good Friday Services
Community - Good Friday Services
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Community - Eads Community Church
Community - Eads Community Church

Cheyenne County

Cheyenne Wells - Kit Carson - Wild Horse


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Near-record heat opens week for Cheyenne County; rain, snow chances follow
Near-record warmth is forecast for Cheyenne County through Monday before a cold front arrives Tuesday.
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Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending March 28, 2026
Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending March 28, 2026.
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Top articles for the week ending March 28, 2026
Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending March 28, 2026.
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Southeast Colorado high school baseball scores - March 24-28, 2026
March 24-28, 2026, baseball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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Minor earthquake strikes east of Cheyenne Wells near Colorado-Kansas border
A small earthquake struck near Weskan in western Kansas Saturday afternoon, roughly 20 miles east of Cheyenne Wells, Colorado
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Southeast Colorado high school baseball schedule - March 30-April 4, 2026
March 30-April 4, 2026, baseball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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Cooler Friday, warm weekend ahead for Cheyenne County
A cold front that swept through Cheyenne County Thursday left temperatures roughly 35 degrees cooler Friday
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USDA Update – March 26, 2026
Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.

Economy

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As gas spikes to an average $4 a gallon, Hegseth says Iran ground war still an option
The White House defended skyrocketing gas prices Tuesday as a “short-term disruption” during the ongoing war in Iran.
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EPA to ease restrictions on summer ethanol-blend sales as gas prices soar
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will allow gas stations to sell a blended fuel containing 15 percent ethanol into the summer season.
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Gas prices approach $4 a gallon in U.S., $6 in California
The average U.S. gallon of gas neared $4 Wednesday as California closed in on $6.
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Gas prices rise again as some states consider tax holidays
Gas prices are climbing again across the United States — with little clarity on where prices are headed next.

Elections

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Trump signs order seeking to curb vote-by-mail in bid to control state election laws
President Donald Trump signed a sweeping executive order on Tuesday that attempts to restrict mail-in voting.
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Weiser, Gonzales take top spots on Colorado’s 2026 Democratic primary ballot
olorado’s 2026 Democratic primary ballot is nearly set after the party held its state assembly in Pueblo on Saturday.
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DOJ confirms voter data sharing with Homeland Security, but denies building national list
The U.S. Department of Justice confirmed in court that it is sharing sensitive voter data with the Department of Homeland Security.
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Kansas Legislature passes package of elections bills that alter voting processes
Kansas Republicans passed a package of legislation that purports to bolster election integrity but evoked warnings from Democrats of potential voter suppression.

Health & Living

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Colorado bill would require safety plans to protect workers from extreme temperatures
Colorado lawmakers will once again consider a bill to place protections for people who work in extreme heat or cold.
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Grand Canyon Conservancy residency hosts scientists, artists
The Grand Canyon Conservancy is hosting artists and astronomers to share their work with the public.
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More Americans meet criteria for high blood pressure under new guidelines
Hypertension is the No. 1 risk factor for heart disease and stroke, and increases risk of dementia and cognitive decline.
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Clean water advocates cheer 3M decision on ‘forever chemicals’
People across the United States have seen the effects of so-called "forever chemicals."

Movie Reviews

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Movie Review - Ready or Not 2: Here I Come
Critic Bob Garver looks at "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come." Is it actually ready for release?
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Movie Review - Project Hail Mary
Critic Bob Garver looks at "Project Hail Mary" Does it leave him out of this world?
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Movie Review - Reminders of Him
Critic Bob Garver looks at Pixar's "Hoppers." Does it have him jumping for joy?
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Movie Review - Hoppers
Critic Bob Garver looks at Pixar's "Hoppers." Does it have him jumping for joy?

Agriculture

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Colorado officially designates March 31 as ‘Farm Workers Day’ after fallout from Chávez allegations
Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed legislation into law Tuesday that recognizes March 31 as Farm Workers Day.
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Colorado’s rural farmers try to adapt to shrinking Colorado River
The Colorado River has 20 percent less water flowing through it than it did in the 20th century
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EPA increases biofuels in new Renewable Fuel Standard
New U.S. Environmental Protection Agency goals call for an all-time high volume of biofuels to be blended into gasoline and diesel.
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USDA removes regulatory oversight of Bayer’s engineered corn variety
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has deregulated a genetically engineered corn variety designed to resist feeding damage from corn rootworm pests

Government & Politics

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Mark Hillman’s Capitol Review: Colorado’s budget deficit is self-inflicted
Former Colorado State Senator Mark Hillman argues that Colorado's financial woes are a result of runaway spending which could have been controlled.
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Colorado officially designates March 31 as ‘Farm Workers Day’ after fallout from Chávez allegations
Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed legislation into law Tuesday that recognizes March 31 as Farm Workers Day.
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Politics: 2026Talks - April 1, 2026
Politics in the United States and around the world.
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United States President Donald J. Trump 2025 official portrait
Trump signs order seeking to curb vote-by-mail in bid to control state election laws
President Donald Trump signed a sweeping executive order on Tuesday that attempts to restrict mail-in voting.

Crime, Court & Law

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CBI, Saguache County offer $2,000 reward in Center homicide investigation
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation has partnered with Crime Stoppers to manage incoming tips, providing a secure and anonymous reporting channel.
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Letter: New Costilla County Sheriff pledges accountability
Letter: New Costilla County Sheriff pledges accountability
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Advocates praise, criticize Supreme Court conversion therapy decision
Advocates praised and criticized the U.S. Supreme Court's decision against a 2019 Colorado law banning conversion therapy.
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U.S. Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on conversion therapy
The U.S. Supreme Court sided with a counselor who argued that Colorado’s 2019 law banning “conversion therapy” may violate her right to free speech.

Weather & Climate

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Kiowa County weather recap - April 1, 2026
Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending April 1, 2026.
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EarthTalk - ¿Qué significa «consumo fantasma» en lo que respecta al consumo energetic?
Muchos dispositivos electrónicos consumen energía incluso cuando están apagados.
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EarthTalk - What does ‘phantom load’ mean with regard to energy consumption?
Many electronic devices consume energy even while turned off.
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Red flag warning Monday for Kiowa County; cooler temperatures arriving mid-week
A Red Flag Warning for fire danger is in effect for Kiowa County Monday as near-record warmth extends into a second week.

Personal Finance & Business

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As gas spikes to an average $4 a gallon, Hegseth says Iran ground war still an option
The White House defended skyrocketing gas prices Tuesday as a “short-term disruption” during the ongoing war in Iran.
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Colorado General Assembly unanimously reappoints Burlington native as State Auditor
The Colorado General Assembly unanimously voted to reappoint Kerri L. Hunter as Colorado’s State Auditor for a second 5-year term.
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Mark Hillman’s Capitol Review: Colorado’s budget deficit is self-inflicted
Former Colorado State Senator Mark Hillman argues that Colorado's financial woes are a result of runaway spending which could have been controlled.
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Study: Annual cost of Utah family caregiving reaches $9.9 billion
A new AARP study found around 17 percent of Utahns provide unpaid care for a family member, creating an emotional, financial and health toll.

Food & Recipes

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Cooking at Home - Deep Dish Apple Cranberry Pie
Cranberries and apples are the perfect combination for this delicious homemade dessert.
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Cooking at Home - Beef and Vegetable Soup
hen you’re looking for a wholesome, delicious meal, look no further than this Beef and Vegetable Soup.
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Cooking at Home - Tuscan-Style Pasta with Cannellini
Pasta is the perfect partner for nutrient-rich vegetables. High in fiber, this Tuscan-style pasta dish is gently tossed with a vegetable trio - fresh escarole and flavorful, canned cannellini beans and tomatoes.
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Cooking at Home - Salmon Skewers over Brown Rice
Created for junior chefs, this simple and delicious recipe skewers just three ingredients -- omega-3-rich salmon, cherry tomatoes and pineapple -- for a quick dinner served over whole grain brown rice

Science, Tech & Education

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Report: Tax credits could produce $657M for schools
A new study finds Colorado’s participation in the federal Education Freedom Tax Credit could generate up to $657 million annually for in-state students and schools.
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New Mexico Public Education Department asks court to accept its plan in landmark equity case
The state argued that its remedial action plan, filed with the First Judicial District Court in November, sufficiently meets the court’s requirements.
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Scholarship applications now open to Native students
Financial need is a top concern for Native students attending college, according to the American Indian College Fund.
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Education Department downsizing continues with removal from D.C. headquarters
The U.S. Department of Education is moving out of its Lyndon B. Johnson headquarters building.

Outdoors & Entertainment

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Funding for additional wildlife crossings uncertain
Wildlife‑vehicle collisions pose a serious safety problem in and around national parks and park advocates are urging Congress to invest in more wildlife crossings.
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Movie Review - Ready or Not 2: Here I Come
Critic Bob Garver looks at "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come." Is it actually ready for release?
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Deborah Froeb confirmed for reappointment to Colorado State Land Board
The Colorado State Senate unanimously confirmed the reappointment of Deborah Froeb to the Colorado State Board of Land Commissioners.
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Home Country – Gifts of spring
Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.

The Conversation

Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics.

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Curious Kids: What was the very first plant in the world?
Around 500 million years ago, most of Earth’s surface was bare rock and dry soil.
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Mosquitoes carrying malaria are evolving more quickly than insecticides can kill them
The mosquito-borne disease malaria kills over 600,000 people annually. Since World War II, people have battled malaria with insecticides.
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A flesh‑eating fly is advancing towards the US border – can it be stopped?
A flesh eating parasitic fly has spread north through Mexico to within a few hundred miles of the US southern border.
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The ever‑evolving Latino vote is rapidly shifting away from Trump and Republicans
Evidence from general elections in 2025, as well as special elections in 2026, suggest an abrupt correction is underway.

Classifieds & Sponsors

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Road Closure - Kiowa County
Road Closure - Kiowa County
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Help Wanted - Clinic Nurse
Help Wanted - Clinic Nurse
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Government - Kiowa County Clerk's Office Closed
Government - Kiowa County Clerk's Office Closed
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Community - Kiowa County Ministerial Fellowship
Community - Kiowa County Ministerial Fellowship

 


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