Top News Image Trump administration again requests sensitive Colorado voter data, state declines Refusal to share information comes as DOJ sues other states to compel disclosures. Image Governor Polis extends spending cuts as Colorado faces $800M gap Colorado Governor Jared Polis recently signed an executive order extending budget cuts to address an $800 million gap in Colorado’s funding. Image Investigation into crash that killed Colorado state senator could take weeks, authorities say It could take at least several weeks for authorities to determine the cause of the car crash that killed Colorado state Senator Faith Winter. Image Affordable housing development boost sought with new Colorado online portal A new online portal run by the state intends to streamline the process for developers applying for affordable housing funding and tax credits. Image Top articles for the week ending November 29, 2025 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending November 29, 2025. Image Colorado residents lost record $24 million to data scams in 2024 There are a number of common scams that criminals engage in during the holiday season. National and Global News Image Justice Department sues 6 more states for voter lists The U.S. Department of Justice expanded its legal campaign to force states to turn over voter lists containing sensitive personal information. Image Politics: 2025Talks - December 4, 2025 Politics in the United States and around the world. Image The Yonder Report: News from rural America - December 4, 2025 News from rural America. Image Daily Audio Newscast - December 4, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - December 3, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image No ‘clear path forward’ in US Senate on spiraling health care costs, with deadline near Republicans and Democrats in the Senate agree that health care costs are rising too quickly. Image Trump administration threatens to yank food stamps funding from Democratic-led states Colorado among states that reportedly have not provided data to administration. Image Politics: 2025Talks - December 3, 2025 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 Eads School lunch menus - December 1-4, 2025 December 1-4, 2025, lunch menus for Eads schools in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Southeast Colorado events calendar – December 1-30, 2025 Events in southeast Colorado for December 2025. Image Dawn James appointed to the Kiowa County Court Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera has appointed Dawn James to the Kiowa County Court. Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending November 29, 2025 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending November 29, 2025. Image Kiowa County weather recap - December 3, 2025 Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending December 3, 2025. Image Obituary - Galan Delmer Burnett Obituary - Galan Delmer Burnett Image About Town – December 1, 2025 Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden. Image Southeast Colorado high school girls basketball schedule - December 1-6, 2025 December 1-6, 2025, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells - Kit Carson - Wild Horse Image Cheyenne Wells set fall sports banquet set Cheyenne Wells set fall sports banquet set Image Dawn James appointed to the Kiowa County Court Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera has appointed Dawn James to the Kiowa County Court. Image Southeast Colorado high school girls basketball schedule - December 1-6, 2025 December 1-6, 2025, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Southeast Colorado high school boys basketball schedule - December 1-6, 2025 December 1-6, 2025, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Southeast Colorado high school football championship scores – November 28-29, 2025 November 28-29, 2025, football scores for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus - December 1-4, 2025 Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus for December 1-4, 2025. Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending November 29, 2025 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending November 29, 2025. Image Top articles for the week ending November 29, 2025 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending November 29, 2025. Economy Image Colorado gas prices dip as Thanksgiving travel sets records Coloradans will find gas prices much lower than last year, offering some relief as millions hit the road. Image Commentary - Support Main Street this holiday season In Colorado, small businesses are the beating heart of the economy. Image Farmers bear the costs of new tariffs, restricted immigration and slashed renewable energy subsidies Today, the economic effects of policies affecting farmers are broader and deeper. Image Poll: Coloradans worried about economy, are spending less Three in five Colorado voters, or 61 percent of those surveyed, said they’ve had to cut back on spending for nonessential items. Elections Image Justice Department sues 6 more states for voter lists The U.S. Department of Justice expanded its legal campaign to force states to turn over voter lists containing sensitive personal information. Image Trump administration again requests sensitive Colorado voter data, state declines Refusal to share information comes as DOJ sues other states to compel disclosures. Image Colorado governor’s office affirms rejection of Tina Peters transfer request Peters’ lawyer suggests Trump administration should use military to free client from prison. Image North Dakota coalition readies ballot campaign for universal school meals A North Dakota coalition hopes to soon gather signatures for a citizen-led ballot initiative. Health & Living Image The Yonder Report: News from rural America - December 4, 2025 News from rural America. Image Texas cattle ranchers support investigation into foreign meat companies Beef prices in grocery stores hit record highs this year due to a drought-driven reduction in the number of cattle raised. Image No ‘clear path forward’ in US Senate on spiraling health care costs, with deadline near Republicans and Democrats in the Senate agree that health care costs are rising too quickly. Image Blame the shutdown on citizens who prefer politicians to vanquish their opponents rather than to work for the common good The United States was founded on the idea that government must deliver services that promote the common good. Movie Reviews Image Movie Review - Wicked: For Good The Now You See Me franchise makes a return appearance. Does critic Bob Garver see it continuing? Image Movie Review - Now You See Me: Now You Don’t The Now You See Me franchise makes a return appearance. Does critic Bob Garver see it continuing? Image Movie Review - Predator: Badlands Critic Bob Garver looks at "Predator: Badlands." Does the latest series installment change his mind about the franchise? Image Movie Review - Black Phone 2 Critic Bob Garver looks at "Black Phone 2." Does it have him calling home - again? Agriculture Sponsored by our friends at Golden Plains Insurance Image Attorneys general oppose pay cut for foreign farmworkers A coalition of 17 Democratic attorneys general is opposing a U.S. Department of Labor rule that would reduce wages for temporary foreign farmworkers. Image Marketing overhaul: Transforming South Dakota ranchers into 'influencers' Overseeing a farm is no longer just about chores in the fields and barns. Image More industries want Trump’s help hiring immigrant labor after farms get a break As food prices remain high, the Trump administration has made it easier for farmers to hire foreign guest workers and to pay them less. Image Texas cattle ranchers support investigation into foreign meat companies Beef prices in grocery stores hit record highs this year due to a drought-driven reduction in the number of cattle raised. Government & Politics Image More industries want Trump’s help hiring immigrant labor after farms get a break As food prices remain high, the Trump administration has made it easier for farmers to hire foreign guest workers and to pay them less. Image Governor Polis urged not to grant feds’ Tina Peters transfer request Trump’s Bureau of Prisons seeks transfer after pressure from far-right election deniers. Image Politics: 2025Talks - December 4, 2025 Politics in the United States and around the world. Image Trump administration again requests sensitive Colorado voter data, state declines Refusal to share information comes as DOJ sues other states to compel disclosures. Crime, Court & Law Image Justice Department sues 6 more states for voter lists The U.S. Department of Justice expanded its legal campaign to force states to turn over voter lists containing sensitive personal information. Image Colorado governor’s office affirms rejection of Tina Peters transfer request Peters’ lawyer suggests Trump administration should use military to free client from prison. Image Colorado worker wages siphoned to pay medical bills Medical debt is devastating for millions of people across the country. Image Dawn James appointed to the Kiowa County Court Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera has appointed Dawn James to the Kiowa County Court. Weather & Climate Image Kiowa County weather recap - December 3, 2025 Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending December 3, 2025. Image Winter storms blanket the East, while the U.S. West is wondering: Where’s the snow? While the eastern half of the U.S. digs out from winter storms, the western U.S. snow season has been off to a very slow start. Image EarthTalk - Do any colleges require students to take classes on sustainability or climate change? One big development is at the University of California San Diego, which in Fall 2024 launched the Jane Teranes Climate Change Education Requirement. Image EarthTalk - ¿Alguna universidad exige que los estudiantes tomen clases sobre sostenibilidad o cambio climático? Un gran avance se ha producido en la Universidad de California en San Diego, que en otoño de 2024 puso en marcha el requisito de educación sobre el cambio climático Jane Teranes. Personal Finance & Business Image No ‘clear path forward’ in US Senate on spiraling health care costs, with deadline near Republicans and Democrats in the Senate agree that health care costs are rising too quickly. Image Attorneys general oppose pay cut for foreign farmworkers A coalition of 17 Democratic attorneys general is opposing a U.S. Department of Labor rule that would reduce wages for temporary foreign farmworkers. Image Governor Polis extends spending cuts as Colorado faces $800M gap Colorado Governor Jared Polis recently signed an executive order extending budget cuts to address an $800 million gap in Colorado’s funding. Image Colorado Democrats oppose Trump administration funding cuts to schools that serve minority students All of Colorado’s Democrats in Congress wrote to the U.S. Department of Education opposing its move to end grant funding programs Food & Recipes Image Cooking at Home - Cheese and Corn Chowder This is a hearty vegetarian soup for a filling and healthy meal on a chilly night. Image Cooking at Home - Sweet and Sour Cabbage This tangy cabbage dish requires no cooking. Chill for serveral hours and serve as a side dish for lunch or dinner. Image Cooking at Home - Cajun Catfish Cooking at Home - Cajun Catfish Image Cooking at Home - Pulled Pork Sandwich with Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw Pork shoulder is slow cooked and served on a whole wheat roll with tangy red cabbage and carrot slaw. Science, Tech & Education Image ‘States must act’: Utah governor pushes for AI regulations ahead of federal preemption talk Government should not be telling tech companies how to develop their artificial intelligence, Utah Governor Spencer Cox says. Image Experts warn AI toys harmful for kids A child advocacy group is urging parents not to buy artificial intelligence toys for their children this holiday season. Image Marketing overhaul: Transforming South Dakota ranchers into 'influencers' Overseeing a farm is no longer just about chores in the fields and barns. Image Leader of Colorado’s higher education department to step down Angie Paccione will leave her job as head of Colorado’s Department of Higher Education in the new year. Outdoors & Entertainment Image Home Country – Taking shots Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles. Image Increased new fees on international visitors to national parks announced Increased new fees on international visitors to national parks announced Image CPW will begin Wildlife Aerial Surveys in southeast Colorado Tuesday Colorado Parks and Wildlife biologists will begin low-altitude helicopter flights to assess big game herds across the Southeast Region. Image Visit a Colorado state park for free on ‘Fresh Air Friday’ Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is offering a unique alternative to Black Friday shopping. The Conversation Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics. Image Winter storms blanket the East, while the U.S. West is wondering: Where’s the snow? While the eastern half of the U.S. digs out from winter storms, the western U.S. snow season has been off to a very slow start. Image Blame the shutdown on citizens who prefer politicians to vanquish their opponents rather than to work for the common good The United States was founded on the idea that government must deliver services that promote the common good. Image Why free speech rights got left out of the Constitution – and added in later via the First Amendment Bipartisan agreement is rare in these politically polarized days. Image Americans are unprepared for the expensive and complex process of aging There are some universal challenges that all people face with aging and there are steps everyone can take to prepare. Classifieds & Sponsors
Image Trump administration again requests sensitive Colorado voter data, state declines Refusal to share information comes as DOJ sues other states to compel disclosures.
Image Governor Polis extends spending cuts as Colorado faces $800M gap Colorado Governor Jared Polis recently signed an executive order extending budget cuts to address an $800 million gap in Colorado’s funding.
Image Investigation into crash that killed Colorado state senator could take weeks, authorities say It could take at least several weeks for authorities to determine the cause of the car crash that killed Colorado state Senator Faith Winter.
Image Affordable housing development boost sought with new Colorado online portal A new online portal run by the state intends to streamline the process for developers applying for affordable housing funding and tax credits.
Image Top articles for the week ending November 29, 2025 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending November 29, 2025.
Image Colorado residents lost record $24 million to data scams in 2024 There are a number of common scams that criminals engage in during the holiday season.
Image Justice Department sues 6 more states for voter lists The U.S. Department of Justice expanded its legal campaign to force states to turn over voter lists containing sensitive personal information.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - December 4, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - December 3, 2025 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image No ‘clear path forward’ in US Senate on spiraling health care costs, with deadline near Republicans and Democrats in the Senate agree that health care costs are rising too quickly.
Image Trump administration threatens to yank food stamps funding from Democratic-led states Colorado among states that reportedly have not provided data to administration.
Image Eads School lunch menus - December 1-4, 2025 December 1-4, 2025, lunch menus for Eads schools in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Southeast Colorado events calendar – December 1-30, 2025 Events in southeast Colorado for December 2025.
Image Dawn James appointed to the Kiowa County Court Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera has appointed Dawn James to the Kiowa County Court.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending November 29, 2025 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending November 29, 2025.
Image Kiowa County weather recap - December 3, 2025 Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending December 3, 2025.
Image About Town – December 1, 2025 Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.
Image Southeast Colorado high school girls basketball schedule - December 1-6, 2025 December 1-6, 2025, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Dawn James appointed to the Kiowa County Court Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera has appointed Dawn James to the Kiowa County Court.
Image Southeast Colorado high school girls basketball schedule - December 1-6, 2025 December 1-6, 2025, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado high school boys basketball schedule - December 1-6, 2025 December 1-6, 2025, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado high school football championship scores – November 28-29, 2025 November 28-29, 2025, football scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus - December 1-4, 2025 Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus for December 1-4, 2025.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending November 29, 2025 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending November 29, 2025.
Image Top articles for the week ending November 29, 2025 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending November 29, 2025.
Image Colorado gas prices dip as Thanksgiving travel sets records Coloradans will find gas prices much lower than last year, offering some relief as millions hit the road.
Image Commentary - Support Main Street this holiday season In Colorado, small businesses are the beating heart of the economy.
Image Farmers bear the costs of new tariffs, restricted immigration and slashed renewable energy subsidies Today, the economic effects of policies affecting farmers are broader and deeper.
Image Poll: Coloradans worried about economy, are spending less Three in five Colorado voters, or 61 percent of those surveyed, said they’ve had to cut back on spending for nonessential items.
Image Justice Department sues 6 more states for voter lists The U.S. Department of Justice expanded its legal campaign to force states to turn over voter lists containing sensitive personal information.
Image Trump administration again requests sensitive Colorado voter data, state declines Refusal to share information comes as DOJ sues other states to compel disclosures.
Image Colorado governor’s office affirms rejection of Tina Peters transfer request Peters’ lawyer suggests Trump administration should use military to free client from prison.
Image North Dakota coalition readies ballot campaign for universal school meals A North Dakota coalition hopes to soon gather signatures for a citizen-led ballot initiative.
Image Texas cattle ranchers support investigation into foreign meat companies Beef prices in grocery stores hit record highs this year due to a drought-driven reduction in the number of cattle raised.
Image No ‘clear path forward’ in US Senate on spiraling health care costs, with deadline near Republicans and Democrats in the Senate agree that health care costs are rising too quickly.
Image Blame the shutdown on citizens who prefer politicians to vanquish their opponents rather than to work for the common good The United States was founded on the idea that government must deliver services that promote the common good.
Image Movie Review - Wicked: For Good The Now You See Me franchise makes a return appearance. Does critic Bob Garver see it continuing?
Image Movie Review - Now You See Me: Now You Don’t The Now You See Me franchise makes a return appearance. Does critic Bob Garver see it continuing?
Image Movie Review - Predator: Badlands Critic Bob Garver looks at "Predator: Badlands." Does the latest series installment change his mind about the franchise?
Image Movie Review - Black Phone 2 Critic Bob Garver looks at "Black Phone 2." Does it have him calling home - again?
Image Attorneys general oppose pay cut for foreign farmworkers A coalition of 17 Democratic attorneys general is opposing a U.S. Department of Labor rule that would reduce wages for temporary foreign farmworkers.
Image Marketing overhaul: Transforming South Dakota ranchers into 'influencers' Overseeing a farm is no longer just about chores in the fields and barns.
Image More industries want Trump’s help hiring immigrant labor after farms get a break As food prices remain high, the Trump administration has made it easier for farmers to hire foreign guest workers and to pay them less.
Image Texas cattle ranchers support investigation into foreign meat companies Beef prices in grocery stores hit record highs this year due to a drought-driven reduction in the number of cattle raised.
Image More industries want Trump’s help hiring immigrant labor after farms get a break As food prices remain high, the Trump administration has made it easier for farmers to hire foreign guest workers and to pay them less.
Image Governor Polis urged not to grant feds’ Tina Peters transfer request Trump’s Bureau of Prisons seeks transfer after pressure from far-right election deniers.
Image Trump administration again requests sensitive Colorado voter data, state declines Refusal to share information comes as DOJ sues other states to compel disclosures.
Image Justice Department sues 6 more states for voter lists The U.S. Department of Justice expanded its legal campaign to force states to turn over voter lists containing sensitive personal information.
Image Colorado governor’s office affirms rejection of Tina Peters transfer request Peters’ lawyer suggests Trump administration should use military to free client from prison.
Image Colorado worker wages siphoned to pay medical bills Medical debt is devastating for millions of people across the country.
Image Dawn James appointed to the Kiowa County Court Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera has appointed Dawn James to the Kiowa County Court.
Image Kiowa County weather recap - December 3, 2025 Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending December 3, 2025.
Image Winter storms blanket the East, while the U.S. West is wondering: Where’s the snow? While the eastern half of the U.S. digs out from winter storms, the western U.S. snow season has been off to a very slow start.
Image EarthTalk - Do any colleges require students to take classes on sustainability or climate change? One big development is at the University of California San Diego, which in Fall 2024 launched the Jane Teranes Climate Change Education Requirement.
Image EarthTalk - ¿Alguna universidad exige que los estudiantes tomen clases sobre sostenibilidad o cambio climático? Un gran avance se ha producido en la Universidad de California en San Diego, que en otoño de 2024 puso en marcha el requisito de educación sobre el cambio climático Jane Teranes.
Image No ‘clear path forward’ in US Senate on spiraling health care costs, with deadline near Republicans and Democrats in the Senate agree that health care costs are rising too quickly.
Image Attorneys general oppose pay cut for foreign farmworkers A coalition of 17 Democratic attorneys general is opposing a U.S. Department of Labor rule that would reduce wages for temporary foreign farmworkers.
Image Governor Polis extends spending cuts as Colorado faces $800M gap Colorado Governor Jared Polis recently signed an executive order extending budget cuts to address an $800 million gap in Colorado’s funding.
Image Colorado Democrats oppose Trump administration funding cuts to schools that serve minority students All of Colorado’s Democrats in Congress wrote to the U.S. Department of Education opposing its move to end grant funding programs
Image Cooking at Home - Cheese and Corn Chowder This is a hearty vegetarian soup for a filling and healthy meal on a chilly night.
Image Cooking at Home - Sweet and Sour Cabbage This tangy cabbage dish requires no cooking. Chill for serveral hours and serve as a side dish for lunch or dinner.
Image Cooking at Home - Pulled Pork Sandwich with Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw Pork shoulder is slow cooked and served on a whole wheat roll with tangy red cabbage and carrot slaw.
Image ‘States must act’: Utah governor pushes for AI regulations ahead of federal preemption talk Government should not be telling tech companies how to develop their artificial intelligence, Utah Governor Spencer Cox says.
Image Experts warn AI toys harmful for kids A child advocacy group is urging parents not to buy artificial intelligence toys for their children this holiday season.
Image Marketing overhaul: Transforming South Dakota ranchers into 'influencers' Overseeing a farm is no longer just about chores in the fields and barns.
Image Leader of Colorado’s higher education department to step down Angie Paccione will leave her job as head of Colorado’s Department of Higher Education in the new year.
Image Home Country – Taking shots Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image Increased new fees on international visitors to national parks announced Increased new fees on international visitors to national parks announced
Image CPW will begin Wildlife Aerial Surveys in southeast Colorado Tuesday Colorado Parks and Wildlife biologists will begin low-altitude helicopter flights to assess big game herds across the Southeast Region.
Image Visit a Colorado state park for free on ‘Fresh Air Friday’ Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is offering a unique alternative to Black Friday shopping.
Image Winter storms blanket the East, while the U.S. West is wondering: Where’s the snow? While the eastern half of the U.S. digs out from winter storms, the western U.S. snow season has been off to a very slow start.
Image Blame the shutdown on citizens who prefer politicians to vanquish their opponents rather than to work for the common good The United States was founded on the idea that government must deliver services that promote the common good.
Image Why free speech rights got left out of the Constitution – and added in later via the First Amendment Bipartisan agreement is rare in these politically polarized days.
Image Americans are unprepared for the expensive and complex process of aging There are some universal challenges that all people face with aging and there are steps everyone can take to prepare.
