Top News Image Top articles for the week ending January 31, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 31, 2026. Image Colorado River governors express cautious optimism after ‘historic’ DC meeting With the deadline to reach a water usage agreement looming, leaders from the seven Colorado River Basin states expressed cautious optimism. Image Environmental groups, AG Weiser challenge Trump order to keep Colorado coal plant open Located in Moffat County, Craig Generating Station’s 446-megawatt Unit 1 had been scheduled to go offline Dec. 31. Image Ballot measure would require notice from Colorado law enforcement to immigration authorities Colorado voters in November will decide if law enforcement in the state should be required to work with federal immigration authorities. Image Colorado legislators to debate update to gun control law Colorado lawmakers will consider another update to the state’s “Red Flag” gun law this week in a Senate committee. Image How party politics divided Colorado in 1876 — and eased its path to statehood Reconstruction-era partisan conflicts overlapped with the Colorado Territory’s north-south divide. National and Global News Image Crime rates fell across US cities in 2025 Crime continued to decline in 2025, with homicides down 21 percent from 2024 and 44 percent from a peak in 2021. Image States reeling from winter storm encounter a smaller FEMA The immediate aftermath of the wide-sweeping storm will provide another test for the second Trump administration. Image Environmental groups, AG Weiser challenge Trump order to keep Colorado coal plant open Located in Moffat County, Craig Generating Station’s 446-megawatt Unit 1 had been scheduled to go offline Dec. 31. Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - January 30, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image Regulators crack down on GM, OnStar over sharing driver data Imagine your own car has been spying on you – tracking data on your driving habits that insurance companies can use to raise your rates. Image Politics: 2026Talks - January 30, 2026 Politics in the United States and around the world. Image Daily Audio Newscast - January 30, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - January 29, 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 Image Top articles for the week ending January 31, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 31, 2026. Image Pages from the Past - From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press - February 1, 2026 From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado. Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores - January 26-31, 2026 January 26-31, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores - January 26-31, 2026 January 26-31, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image USDA Update – January 31, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Pastor’s Pearls – February 1, 2026 Pearls of faith from Pastor Richard Zabriskie. Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells - Kit Carson - Wild Horse Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores - January 26-31, 2026 January 26-31, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores - January 26-31, 2026 January 26-31, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Top articles for the week ending January 31, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 31, 2026. Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus - February 2-5, 2026 Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus for February 2-5, 2026. Image USDA Update – January 31, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores - January 20-24, 2026 January 20-24, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams. Economy Image Keeping Colorado’s coal plants projected to be costly for ratepayers Clean air advocates are pushing back against the Trump administration’s move to force utility companies to keep operating coal-fired power plants. Image Colorado jobless rate falls again, ranks 23rd nationally Colorado’s unemployment rate has dropped again, following the trend of previous months. Image North Dakota farmers not set up for success in 2026 North Dakota’s farmers are looking for higher profits but things may get worse before they get better. Image Utah beef prices reached a record high in 2025, report says Utah farmers saw record-high beef prices this year, but the benefits for the ranchers are likely short-term. Elections Image Ballot measure would require notice from Colorado law enforcement to immigration authorities Colorado voters in November will decide if law enforcement in the state should be required to work with federal immigration authorities. Image Letter: Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams seeks re-election Letter: Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams seeks re-election Image Letter: Joshua Robertson seeks election as Kiowa County Sheriff Letter: Joshua Robertson seeks election as Kiowa County Sheriff Image Utah Lieutenant Governor releases early findings from voter citizenship review Utah’s top elections official says her office has confirmed that more than 99.9 percent of Utah voters are U.S. citizens. Health & Living Image Colorado Senate panel OKs legislation on vaccines The Colorado Senate Health and Human Services Committee has approved a new bill regarding vaccine policy. Image Broken treaties with the Utes paved the way for Colorado’s 1870s San Juan silver rush Thousands flocked to boomtowns like Ouray and Silverton as Colorado neared statehood. Image New Mexico legislator wants another $50M spent on uranium mine cleanup A New Mexico lawmaker wants the state to spend more money to help clean up sites that could contaminate land, water and air. Image EarthTalk - How do we reduce food insecurity without increasing food waste? Food insecurity, the lacking of access to adequate food, is a prevalent global issue. Movie Reviews Image Movie Review - Mercy Critic Bob Garver looks at "Mercy." Does it have him crying "uncle? Image Movie Review - 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Critic Bob Garver looks at "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple." Was it worth the wait? Image Movie Review - Primate Critic Bob Garver looks at "Primate." Does he go ape for it, or did it drive him bananas? Image Movie Review - The Housemaid Critic Bob Garver looks at "The Housemaid." Does it make him feel at home? Agriculture Sponsored by our friends at Golden Plains Insurance Image USDA Update – January 31, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image South Dakota lawmakers take another look at CAFO fees A South Dakota legislative panel has advanced a bill to the House floor that calls on the state to again adjust license fees Image New World screwworm migrates closer to Texas border Texas ranchers and those in the cattle industry are on high alert as more cases of New World screwworm infestations are reported. Image Free tax education webinar for farmers set Free tax education webinar for farmers set Government & Politics Image Colorado prisons get funding for more beds that legislative committee initially denied The Colorado Legislature’s Joint Budget Committee reversed course on its denial of more funding for prison beds. Image Colorado Senate panel OKs legislation on vaccines The Colorado Senate Health and Human Services Committee has approved a new bill regarding vaccine policy. Image States reeling from winter storm encounter a smaller FEMA The immediate aftermath of the wide-sweeping storm will provide another test for the second Trump administration. Image Colorado’s Xcel Energy defends December power shutoffs in legislative hearing Executives at Colorado’s largest electric utility were grilled by state lawmakers Friday. Crime, Court & Law Image Crime rates fell across US cities in 2025 Crime continued to decline in 2025, with homicides down 21 percent from 2024 and 44 percent from a peak in 2021. Image Colorado prisons get funding for more beds that legislative committee initially denied The Colorado Legislature’s Joint Budget Committee reversed course on its denial of more funding for prison beds. Image Ballot measure would require notice from Colorado law enforcement to immigration authorities Colorado voters in November will decide if law enforcement in the state should be required to work with federal immigration authorities. Image Big Oil pushing back on state climate 'superfund' laws The nation’s largest lobbying arm of the oil and gas industry is calling on Congress to shield companies from a growing number of lawsuits. Weather & Climate Image States reeling from winter storm encounter a smaller FEMA The immediate aftermath of the wide-sweeping storm will provide another test for the second Trump administration. Image Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry and warm winter around Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry Image EarthTalk - How do we reduce food insecurity without increasing food waste? Food insecurity, the lacking of access to adequate food, is a prevalent global issue. Image EarthTalk - ¿Cómo podemos reducir la inseguridad alimentaria sin aumentar el desperdicio de alimentos? La inseguridad alimentaria, es decir, la falta de acceso a una alimentación adecuada, es un problema mundial muy extendido. Personal Finance & Business Image Colorado prisons get funding for more beds that legislative committee initially denied The Colorado Legislature’s Joint Budget Committee reversed course on its denial of more funding for prison beds. Image Regulators crack down on GM, OnStar over sharing driver data Imagine your own car has been spying on you – tracking data on your driving habits that insurance companies can use to raise your rates. Image Deadly shooting in Minneapolis could lead to partial government shutdown over ICE funding Senators from Colorado say they’ll vote against funding bill for Homeland Security. Image Free tax education webinar for farmers set Free tax education webinar for farmers set Food & Recipes Image Cooking at Home - Cuban Beans and Rice Vinegar, oregano, garlic, and onions kick up the flavor in this classic rice and bean recipe. Image Cooking at Home - Chili Tomato Macaroni You don’t have to use salt in this macaroni, tomato, and beef dish seasoned with the USDA’s Eating Smart Seasoning Mix. Image Cooking at Home - Baked Parmesan Fish This parmesan-crusted fish is the perfect heart-healthy meal to cook for a loved one. Image Cooking at Home - Cranberry Nut Bread Enjoy this bread for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Use fresh cranberries when in season for a burst of flavor. Science, Tech & Education Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores - January 26-31, 2026 January 26-31, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores - January 26-31, 2026 January 26-31, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Letter To The Editor – Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Bill Introduced Colorado State Representative Ty Winter has introduced a bill to help families save on their back-to-school shopping. Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Outdoors & Entertainment Image Home Country – Strike up the band Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles. Image Movie Review - Mercy Critic Bob Garver looks at "Mercy." Does it have him crying "uncle? Image Montana reward for illegally killed wolf increased to $31,000 Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks announced this week that the reward for information about a wolf killed out-of-season has increased. Image Home Country – Love counseling Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles. The Conversation Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics. Image Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry and warm winter around Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry Image Curious Kids: Where do seashells come from? Seashells are so plentiful that you may sometimes take them for granted. Image Feeling unprepared for the AI boom? You’re not alone "We’re seeing more AI-related products and advancements in a single day than we saw in a single year a decade ago." Image How the polar vortex and warm ocean are intensifying a major US winter storm The sudden blast may come as a shock to many Americans after a mostly mild start to winter. Classifieds & Sponsors Image Election - Re-elect Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams Election - Re-elect Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams
Image Top articles for the week ending January 31, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 31, 2026.
Image Colorado River governors express cautious optimism after ‘historic’ DC meeting With the deadline to reach a water usage agreement looming, leaders from the seven Colorado River Basin states expressed cautious optimism.
Image Environmental groups, AG Weiser challenge Trump order to keep Colorado coal plant open Located in Moffat County, Craig Generating Station’s 446-megawatt Unit 1 had been scheduled to go offline Dec. 31.
Image Ballot measure would require notice from Colorado law enforcement to immigration authorities Colorado voters in November will decide if law enforcement in the state should be required to work with federal immigration authorities.
Image Colorado legislators to debate update to gun control law Colorado lawmakers will consider another update to the state’s “Red Flag” gun law this week in a Senate committee.
Image How party politics divided Colorado in 1876 — and eased its path to statehood Reconstruction-era partisan conflicts overlapped with the Colorado Territory’s north-south divide.
Image Crime rates fell across US cities in 2025 Crime continued to decline in 2025, with homicides down 21 percent from 2024 and 44 percent from a peak in 2021.
Image States reeling from winter storm encounter a smaller FEMA The immediate aftermath of the wide-sweeping storm will provide another test for the second Trump administration.
Image Environmental groups, AG Weiser challenge Trump order to keep Colorado coal plant open Located in Moffat County, Craig Generating Station’s 446-megawatt Unit 1 had been scheduled to go offline Dec. 31.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - January 30, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Regulators crack down on GM, OnStar over sharing driver data Imagine your own car has been spying on you – tracking data on your driving habits that insurance companies can use to raise your rates.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - January 30, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - January 29, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Top articles for the week ending January 31, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 31, 2026.
Image Pages from the Past - From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press - February 1, 2026 From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores - January 26-31, 2026 January 26-31, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores - January 26-31, 2026 January 26-31, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image USDA Update – January 31, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores - January 26-31, 2026 January 26-31, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores - January 26-31, 2026 January 26-31, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Top articles for the week ending January 31, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 31, 2026.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus - February 2-5, 2026 Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus for February 2-5, 2026.
Image USDA Update – January 31, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores - January 20-24, 2026 January 20-24, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Keeping Colorado’s coal plants projected to be costly for ratepayers Clean air advocates are pushing back against the Trump administration’s move to force utility companies to keep operating coal-fired power plants.
Image Colorado jobless rate falls again, ranks 23rd nationally Colorado’s unemployment rate has dropped again, following the trend of previous months.
Image North Dakota farmers not set up for success in 2026 North Dakota’s farmers are looking for higher profits but things may get worse before they get better.
Image Utah beef prices reached a record high in 2025, report says Utah farmers saw record-high beef prices this year, but the benefits for the ranchers are likely short-term.
Image Ballot measure would require notice from Colorado law enforcement to immigration authorities Colorado voters in November will decide if law enforcement in the state should be required to work with federal immigration authorities.
Image Letter: Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams seeks re-election Letter: Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams seeks re-election
Image Letter: Joshua Robertson seeks election as Kiowa County Sheriff Letter: Joshua Robertson seeks election as Kiowa County Sheriff
Image Utah Lieutenant Governor releases early findings from voter citizenship review Utah’s top elections official says her office has confirmed that more than 99.9 percent of Utah voters are U.S. citizens.
Image Colorado Senate panel OKs legislation on vaccines The Colorado Senate Health and Human Services Committee has approved a new bill regarding vaccine policy.
Image Broken treaties with the Utes paved the way for Colorado’s 1870s San Juan silver rush Thousands flocked to boomtowns like Ouray and Silverton as Colorado neared statehood.
Image New Mexico legislator wants another $50M spent on uranium mine cleanup A New Mexico lawmaker wants the state to spend more money to help clean up sites that could contaminate land, water and air.
Image EarthTalk - How do we reduce food insecurity without increasing food waste? Food insecurity, the lacking of access to adequate food, is a prevalent global issue.
Image Movie Review - 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Critic Bob Garver looks at "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple." Was it worth the wait?
Image Movie Review - Primate Critic Bob Garver looks at "Primate." Does he go ape for it, or did it drive him bananas?
Image Movie Review - The Housemaid Critic Bob Garver looks at "The Housemaid." Does it make him feel at home?
Image USDA Update – January 31, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image South Dakota lawmakers take another look at CAFO fees A South Dakota legislative panel has advanced a bill to the House floor that calls on the state to again adjust license fees
Image New World screwworm migrates closer to Texas border Texas ranchers and those in the cattle industry are on high alert as more cases of New World screwworm infestations are reported.
Image Colorado prisons get funding for more beds that legislative committee initially denied The Colorado Legislature’s Joint Budget Committee reversed course on its denial of more funding for prison beds.
Image Colorado Senate panel OKs legislation on vaccines The Colorado Senate Health and Human Services Committee has approved a new bill regarding vaccine policy.
Image States reeling from winter storm encounter a smaller FEMA The immediate aftermath of the wide-sweeping storm will provide another test for the second Trump administration.
Image Colorado’s Xcel Energy defends December power shutoffs in legislative hearing Executives at Colorado’s largest electric utility were grilled by state lawmakers Friday.
Image Crime rates fell across US cities in 2025 Crime continued to decline in 2025, with homicides down 21 percent from 2024 and 44 percent from a peak in 2021.
Image Colorado prisons get funding for more beds that legislative committee initially denied The Colorado Legislature’s Joint Budget Committee reversed course on its denial of more funding for prison beds.
Image Ballot measure would require notice from Colorado law enforcement to immigration authorities Colorado voters in November will decide if law enforcement in the state should be required to work with federal immigration authorities.
Image Big Oil pushing back on state climate 'superfund' laws The nation’s largest lobbying arm of the oil and gas industry is calling on Congress to shield companies from a growing number of lawsuits.
Image States reeling from winter storm encounter a smaller FEMA The immediate aftermath of the wide-sweeping storm will provide another test for the second Trump administration.
Image Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry and warm winter around Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry
Image EarthTalk - How do we reduce food insecurity without increasing food waste? Food insecurity, the lacking of access to adequate food, is a prevalent global issue.
Image EarthTalk - ¿Cómo podemos reducir la inseguridad alimentaria sin aumentar el desperdicio de alimentos? La inseguridad alimentaria, es decir, la falta de acceso a una alimentación adecuada, es un problema mundial muy extendido.
Image Colorado prisons get funding for more beds that legislative committee initially denied The Colorado Legislature’s Joint Budget Committee reversed course on its denial of more funding for prison beds.
Image Regulators crack down on GM, OnStar over sharing driver data Imagine your own car has been spying on you – tracking data on your driving habits that insurance companies can use to raise your rates.
Image Deadly shooting in Minneapolis could lead to partial government shutdown over ICE funding Senators from Colorado say they’ll vote against funding bill for Homeland Security.
Image Cooking at Home - Cuban Beans and Rice Vinegar, oregano, garlic, and onions kick up the flavor in this classic rice and bean recipe.
Image Cooking at Home - Chili Tomato Macaroni You don’t have to use salt in this macaroni, tomato, and beef dish seasoned with the USDA’s Eating Smart Seasoning Mix.
Image Cooking at Home - Baked Parmesan Fish This parmesan-crusted fish is the perfect heart-healthy meal to cook for a loved one.
Image Cooking at Home - Cranberry Nut Bread Enjoy this bread for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Use fresh cranberries when in season for a burst of flavor.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores - January 26-31, 2026 January 26-31, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores - January 26-31, 2026 January 26-31, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Letter To The Editor – Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Bill Introduced Colorado State Representative Ty Winter has introduced a bill to help families save on their back-to-school shopping.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - February 2-7, 2026 February 2-7, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Home Country – Strike up the band Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image Montana reward for illegally killed wolf increased to $31,000 Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks announced this week that the reward for information about a wolf killed out-of-season has increased.
Image Home Country – Love counseling Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry and warm winter around Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall, but not enough to turn a dry
Image Curious Kids: Where do seashells come from? Seashells are so plentiful that you may sometimes take them for granted.
Image Feeling unprepared for the AI boom? You’re not alone "We’re seeing more AI-related products and advancements in a single day than we saw in a single year a decade ago."
Image How the polar vortex and warm ocean are intensifying a major US winter storm The sudden blast may come as a shock to many Americans after a mostly mild start to winter.
Image Election - Re-elect Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams Election - Re-elect Kiowa County Sheriff Bryan Williams
