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Image Colorado gas prices lower than national average This Fourth of July, Coloradans will find themselves paying some of the state's lowest summer gas prices since 2021.
Image Colorado House minority whip resigns seat to advocate for gun owners The Colorado House Minority whip announced his resignation Monday as he takes his advocacy for gun owners’ rights to the national level.
Image Multiple people dead as shooter attacks firefighters responding to North Idaho brush fire Two people have been killed after firefighters in North Idaho responded to emergency calls of a brush fire and a shooter opened fire.
Image Top articles for the week ending June 28, 2025 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending June 28, 2025.
Image Colorado unemployment remains higher than U.S. average The number of unemployed individuals decreased by just 100 to 158,700 from April to May.
Image New plan proposed to sell public lands, following opposition Following push back from a growing coalition of politicians and public interest groups, U.S. Senator Mike Lee proposed an amended version of his plan.
Image Smaller nuclear reactors spark renewed interest in a once-shunned energy source Only two small modular reactors are in operation, one in China and another in Russia.
Image Gun suicides in US reached record high in 2023 More people in the United States died by gun suicide in 2023 than any year on record.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - July 1, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - June 30, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image 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.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - June 30, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Pages from the Past - From the 138-year history of the Kiowa County Press - June 29, 2025 From the 138-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.
Image About Town – June 30, 2025 Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.
Image Colorado awards $5 million for youth mental health efforts, $360,000 to Kiowa County The Colorado Department of Law is awarding $5 million in youth mental health and well-being grants.
Image Birthdays and Anniversaries - June 30-July 6, 2025 Celebrating birthdays and anniversaries in Kiowa County.
Image Photo of the Week - June 27, 2025 Photo of the week from the June 27, 2025, edition of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado - A rescued Common Starling - Chris Sorensen.
Image Cheyenne County Tumbleweed Fair Window Painting Contest Cheyenne County Tumbleweed Fair Window Painting Contest
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending June 28, 2025 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending June 28, 2025.
Image Top articles for the week ending June 28, 2025 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending June 28, 2025.
Image Your Story: In the Beginning – Hammer Family History Part 24 Ernie Hammer is a long time Kiowa County Press contributor. This story is written by Ernie’s Aunt Liz, Elizabeth Katherine (Hammer) Smith Benatti.
Image Grace Lutheran Church Weekly Devotion - Isaiah 65:1-9 (ESV) Weekly devotion by Reverend Steven Zandstra at Grace Lutheran Church in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado.
Image USDA Update – June 24, 2025 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Your Story: In the Beginning – Hammer Family History Part 23 Ernie Hammer is a long time Kiowa County Press contributor. This story is written by Ernie’s Aunt Liz, Elizabeth Katherine (Hammer) Smith Benatti.
Image 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.
Image 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.
Image House reconciliation bill risks job losses, higher energy bills in South Dakota The bill's current language repeals multiple federal policies, funding programs and tax credits.
Image Survey: Recession fears, trade uncertainty fuel economic pessimism Optimism is falling and pessimism is rising among businesses getting a read on the U.S. economy.
Image 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.
Image Lawsuit challenges closed primary elections in Maryland If the lawsuit is successful, nearly a million Marylanders may be able to vote in upcoming primaries.
Image Letter to the Editor: Unaffiliated Candidate for Governor of Colorado Letter to the Editor: Unaffiliated Candidate for Governor of Colorado
Image Letter to the Editor – Crespin announces reelection bid for Lamar Mayor Letter to the Editor – Crespin announces reelection bid for Lamar Mayor
Image Home Country – The Color of Autumn Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image California officials vow to defend birthright citizenship All babies born in California are still automatically American citizens and the state attorney general is vowing to keep it that way.
Image Washington Native Americans feel disproportionate effects of fentanyl Native Americans in Washington state face opioid and fentanyl overdose rates four times the national average.
Image CDC has 1M bird flu tests ready, but experts see repeat of COVID missteps It’s been nearly three months since the U.S. government announced an outbreak of the bird flu virus on dairy farms.
Image Movie Review - F1: The Movie Critic Bob Garver looks at "F1: The Movie." Did it take the checkered flag for him?
Image Movie Review - 28 Years Later Critic Bob Garver looks at "28 Years Later." Was it worth the wait?
Image Movie Review - How to Train Your Dragon Critic Bob Garver looks at the live action remake "How to Train Your Dragon" from Dreamworks.
Image Movie Reviews – Final Destination: Bloodlines and Karate Kid: Legends Critic Bob Garver looks at "Final Destination: Bloodlines" and "Karate Kid: Legends."
Image USDA Update – June 24, 2025 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image USDA Update – June 21, 2025 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Colorado Department of Agriculture - Ag Connection June 2025 Inspections are crucial for everyone involved in the food industry.
Image North Dakota eyes improvements for crumbling roads in farming towns It is not just the weather or commodity prices farmers have to worry about.
Image California officials vow to defend birthright citizenship All babies born in California are still automatically American citizens and the state attorney general is vowing to keep it that way.
Image Colorado House minority whip resigns seat to advocate for gun owners The Colorado House Minority whip announced his resignation Monday as he takes his advocacy for gun owners’ rights to the national level.
Image Democrats plan to use $4 million as legal defense fund against Trump House Bill 25-1321 passed the House last week and is scheduled to be heard Tuesday by the Senate Appropriations Committee.
Image South Dakota eyes possible reforms involving sexual assault kits When South Dakota's new budget kicks in this week, there will be money to address potential funding shortfalls for rape kits.
Image Woman, 82, dies from Boulder attack injuries An 82-year-old woman has died from injuries she sustained during a firebombing attack in Boulder last month
Image Multiple people dead as shooter attacks firefighters responding to North Idaho brush fire Two people have been killed after firefighters in North Idaho responded to emergency calls of a brush fire and a shooter opened fire.
Image Supreme Court says parents can pull kids from classes with LGBTQ-themed books The 6-3 ruling blocks policy that prevented opt-outs; dissent says ruling will create ‘chaos’ for school systems.
Image EarthTalk - What is Pollinator Month all about and how can I participate? Every June, people around the world celebrate Pollinator Month.
Image CSU wants Coloradans’ gunk and goo to help fight climate change CSU wants Coloradans’ gunk and goo to help fight climate change
Image Local governments, tribes, nonprofits sue Trump administration over EPA grants Nonprofits, tribes and local governments filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over its termination of federal grants.
Image EarthTalk - Can lava flows be harnessed into structures we could live and work in? Lava flow itself is the stream of magma that rushes to the Earth's surface during a volcanic eruption.
Image Colorado gas prices lower than national average This Fourth of July, Coloradans will find themselves paying some of the state's lowest summer gas prices since 2021.
Image Eight months after expansion, central Montana food bank meets increased need A central Montana food bank has seen more traffic since it expanded last fall and as Congress considers cuts to safety-net programs.
Image North Dakota, nearly a dozen other states finalize Bitcoin ATM rules State governments are fighting back against scammers who use cryptocurrency kiosks to steal money from people.
Image Local governments, tribes, nonprofits sue Trump administration over EPA grants Nonprofits, tribes and local governments filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over its termination of federal grants.
Image Cooking at Home - Stuffed Green Peppers These tasty stuffed peppers make a delicious and filling entrée.
Image Cooking at Home - Savory Meatloaf Muffins These savory meatloaf muffins are full of flavor and have a beautiful presentation.
Image Cooking at Home - Green Bean Casserole The secret ingredient is the onion powder mixed with the cracker crumb topping - it tastes a lot like the fried onions!
Image Cooking at Home - Old Fashioned Bread Pudding This old fashioned bread pudding can be made in the microwave so you don't have to turn on the oven. Enjoy!
Image Smaller nuclear reactors spark renewed interest in a once-shunned energy source Only two small modular reactors are in operation, one in China and another in Russia.
Image Wyoming residents invited to series on how to run for office launches Monday A three-part online training series on how to run for office and govern effectively begins Monday.
Image CSU wants Coloradans’ gunk and goo to help fight climate change CSU wants Coloradans’ gunk and goo to help fight climate change
Image Supreme Court says parents can pull kids from classes with LGBTQ-themed books The 6-3 ruling blocks policy that prevented opt-outs; dissent says ruling will create ‘chaos’ for school systems.
Image Movie Review - F1: The Movie Critic Bob Garver looks at "F1: The Movie." Did it take the checkered flag for him?
Image Home Country – Thinking time Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image New plan proposed to sell public lands, following opposition Following push back from a growing coalition of politicians and public interest groups, U.S. Senator Mike Lee proposed an amended version of his plan.
Image Utah senator drops national forests from proposed public land sale Utah Republican Senator Mike Lee is scaling back his controversial proposal to sell off public land around the West.
Image 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.
Image Wildfire’s legacy can haunt rivers for years, putting drinking water at risk Burned ground can become hydrophobic and almost waxlike, allowing rainfall to quickly wash contaminants downslope.
Image Will AI take your job? The answer could hinge on the 4 S’s of the technology’s advantages over humans AI has definite advantages over even the most skilled humans, and knowing where these advantages arise — and where they don’t — will be key to adapting.
Image How artificial intelligence controls your health insurance coverage Over the past decade, health insurance companies have increasingly embraced the use of artificial intelligence algorithms.
