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Image Bill to provide tax breaks for data centers reintroduced by Colorado lawmakers HB-1030 sponsors aim to address environmental, ratepayer concerns
Image Millions raised by Bennet, Weiser in 2025 ahead of primary contest for Colorado governor Bennet gains advantage from super PAC money.
Image US Education Department delays plan to garnish wages of student borrowers in default The U.S. Department of Education, for now, is backtracking on plans to garnish wages and seize tax refunds.
Image Top articles for the week ending January 17, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 17, 2026.
Image Colorado tribal leaders ask Legislature for more collaboration in policymaking Leaders of the two federally-recognized tribes in Colorado spoke to the Legislature on Friday morning.
Image Colorado Governor touches on themes of housing, health care in speech to lawmakers Final State of the State address touts wins and game plan for 2026 session.
Image Coalition presses USDA to limit funds for manure digesters Groups that focus on the environment and small farms are asking the USDA to stop funding systems that produce natural gas from manure.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - January 21, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - January 20, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image USDA accepting applications for the 1890 National Scholars program Students around the country are invited to complete and submit their applications online.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - January 20, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Congress considers bill to make cars with electronic door handles safer A bill to make cars with electronic door handles safer was part of a hearing this week in Congress.
Image Kiowa County weather recap - January 21, 2026 Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending January 21, 2026.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending January 17, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 17, 2026.
Image Magdalen Haase named to Missouri State University's fall 2025 dean's list Magdalen Haase named to Missouri State University's fall 2025 dean's list
Image Southeast Colorado high school boys basketball scores - January 13-17, 2026 January 13-17, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado high school girls basketball scores -January 13-17, 2026 January 13-17, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule - January 20-24, 2026 January 20-24, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Obituary - Trey James Thayer Obituary for Trey James Thayer, formerly of Cheyenne County, Colorado.
Image About Town – January 19, 2025 Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.
Image High Plains No-Till Conference returns to Burlington in February The Colorado Conservation Tillage Association will return to Burlington, Colorado, on Feb. 3 and 4, 2026.
Image Southeast Colorado high school boys basketball scores - January 13-17, 2026 January 13-17, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado high school girls basketball scores -January 13-17, 2026 January 13-17, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending January 17, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 17, 2026.
Image Top articles for the week ending January 17, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending January 17, 2026.
Image Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule - January 20-24, 2026 January 20-24, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - January 20-24, 2026 January 20-24, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores - January 3-10, 2026 January 3-10, 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 Tax measure for Front Range passenger rail could appear on 2026 ballot Colorado voters along the Front Range could decide on whether to approve a new tax this year to help fund passenger rail service.
Image Millions raised by Bennet, Weiser in 2025 ahead of primary contest for Colorado governor Bennet gains advantage from super PAC money.
Image Alaska judges appear skeptical about American Samoan voter misconduct case Members of Alaska’s Court of Appeals appeared skeptical Thursday about an Alaska prosecutors’ claim.
Image Federal courts deny Trump request for private voter data in two states The Trump administration hit two major legal roadblocks this week in its effort to obtain sensitive personal voter data from states.
Image Colorado ranks among the highest states in the country for flu – why the 2025-26 flu season is hitting hard Colorado is among the top five states with the most flu activity in the country, with doctor’s visits for flu-like illness at a 30-year record high.
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 Virginia solar advocates rally against proposed metering rule change Clean-energy advocates are asking Virginia’s utility regulator to reject a proposal from Dominion Energy.
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 - 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 Coalition presses USDA to limit funds for manure digesters Groups that focus on the environment and small farms are asking the USDA to stop funding systems that produce natural gas from manure.
Image Pesticide continued education credits available during southeast Colorado workshops The Southeast Area Extension announces the 2026 pesticide continued education classes.
Image High Plains No-Till Conference returns to Burlington in February The Colorado Conservation Tillage Association will return to Burlington, Colorado, on Feb. 3 and 4, 2026.
Image Chemical industry immunity measure removed from federal bill A provision denying people the right to sue chemical companies for nondisclosure of potential health hazards has been removed.
Image Bill to provide tax breaks for data centers reintroduced by Colorado lawmakers HB-1030 sponsors aim to address environmental, ratepayer concerns
Image In sheriff’s testimony, Washington legislators hear a clear threat Three Washington state senators said the testimony a sheriff delivered during a committee hearing was threatening to legislators.
Image Alaska judges appear skeptical about American Samoan voter misconduct case Members of Alaska’s Court of Appeals appeared skeptical Thursday about an Alaska prosecutors’ claim.
Image Demand growing for volunteer peacekeepers in Washington Amid the increased presence of federal law enforcement across the country, demand is growing for peacekeepers at protests.
Image Federal courts deny Trump request for private voter data in two states The Trump administration hit two major legal roadblocks this week in its effort to obtain sensitive personal voter data from states.
Image Iowa hot sauce company sues manufacturer over ‘exploding’ bottles An Iowa-based hot sauce company is suing one of its manufacturers, alleging it turned out bottled products that exploded.
Image Coalition presses USDA to limit funds for manure digesters Groups that focus on the environment and small farms are asking the USDA to stop funding systems that produce natural gas from manure.
Image Trump’s coal agenda could cut worker productivity, lifetime earnings The Trump administration has blocked the implementation of tougher wastewater treatment standards for coal-fired power plants in Wyoming.
Image Kiowa County weather recap - January 21, 2026 Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending January 21, 2026.
Image EV sales are way down, but industry experts remain optimistic Across the country, dealers sold about 20 percent fewer used electric cars in October than in September.
Image Trump’s coal agenda could cut worker productivity, lifetime earnings The Trump administration has blocked the implementation of tougher wastewater treatment standards for coal-fired power plants in Wyoming.
Image EV sales are way down, but industry experts remain optimistic Across the country, dealers sold about 20 percent fewer used electric cars in October than in September.
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 Millions raised by Bennet, Weiser in 2025 ahead of primary contest for Colorado governor Bennet gains advantage from super PAC money.
Image Cooking at Home - Deep Dish Apple Cranberry Pie Cranberries and apples are the perfect combination for this delicious homemade dessert.
Image Cooking at Home - Blueberry Coffee Cake A delicious addition to your breakfast table, or enjoy a slice as an afternoon snack.
Image Cooking at Home - Pan Roasted Tilapia with Tomatillo Salsa Tilapia fillets are pan-fried until golden brown and served with a fresh salsa made from roasted tomatillos, serrano peppers, lime, and cilantro.
Image Cooking at Home - Curried Potatoes Serve these flavorful potatoes with roasted chicken and a salad for a filling and tasty dinner.
Image Bill to provide tax breaks for data centers reintroduced by Colorado lawmakers HB-1030 sponsors aim to address environmental, ratepayer concerns
Image USDA accepting applications for the 1890 National Scholars program Students around the country are invited to complete and submit their applications online.
Image Magdalen Haase named to Missouri State University's fall 2025 dean's list Magdalen Haase named to Missouri State University's fall 2025 dean's list
Image Pesticide continued education credits available during southeast Colorado workshops The Southeast Area Extension announces the 2026 pesticide continued education classes.
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 CPW to award $1.2 million for restoring wetland habitat for waterfowl, at-risk species Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeking applications for wetland and riparian restoration
Image Home Country – Starting at the top Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image Arizona wildlife officials close nesting areas to protect bald eagles Raptor experts in Arizona have closed bald eagle nesting areas to the public as the birds begin to mate.
Image Eating less ultraprocessed food supports healthier aging, new research shows Older adults can dramatically reduce the amount of ultraprocessed foods they eat while keeping a familiar, balanced diet.
Image Colorado ranks among the highest states in the country for flu – why the 2025-26 flu season is hitting hard Colorado is among the top five states with the most flu activity in the country, with doctor’s visits for flu-like illness at a 30-year record high.
Image Colorado ranchers and consumers can team up to make beef supply chains more sustainable Beef production provides a valuable contribution to human health while also impacting the natural environment.
Image New variant of the flu virus is driving surge of cases across the US and Canada The 2025-2026 flu season seems to be affecting children more severely than usual.
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