Top News Image Colorado county clerks to mail out 2026 primary ballots this week Colorado county clerks begin mailing primary ballots Monday to over 4 million registered voters ahead of the June 30 election. Image High-potency cannabis fuels state debates over psychosis and addiction risks A Connecticut mother's son developed severe cannabis use disorder after using high-potency marijuana to manage anxiety, prompting states to debate whether legal products should face stricter potency limits. Image Top articles for the week ending June 6, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending June 6, 2026. Image Governor Polis declares statewide drought emergency Governor Jared Polis declared a statewide drought emergency Thursday as Colorado faces its warmest winter on record and record-low snowpack with 75% of the state in severe drought. Image Bennet, Weiser debate again ahead of ballots dropping in Colorado Democratic primary for governor Democratic gubernatorial candidates Michael Bennet and Phil Weiser debated in Denver Thursday, one week before Colorado begins mailing primary ballots on June 30. Image Republican candidates for Sheriff face off at Kiowa County forum Incumbent Sheriff Bryan Williams and challenger Joshua Robertson squared off Thursday at an Eads forum to outline their law enforcement philosophies ahead of the June 30 primary election. National and Global News Image DoD tweaks organized religion list after complaints of Latter-day Saints snub The Pentagon reversed course Monday and restored the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to its military chaplain list after Utah Republicans objected to the denomination being excluded from Christian classifications. Image South Dakota farmer: Current Farm Bill 'needs a lot of work' A South Dakota farmer says the current Farm Bill proposal fails to address critical issues like conservation funding and SNAP benefits that rural communities desperately need. Image Consumers grapple with high airline costs, customer service errors Airline passengers heading out this summer will pay more for tickets and baggage as carriers raise prices to offset higher jet fuel costs tied to geopolitical tensions. Image States face more budget pressures amid rising costs, slow growth Nearly half of U.S. states are implementing spending cuts as governors propose flat budgets for fiscal year 2027 amid modest revenue growth and rising costs. Image AFL-CIO president aims to unionize 2 million workers in 5 years AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler pledges to unionize 2 million workers over the next five years following her reelection at the labor federation's Minneapolis convention. Image Oklahoma universities failing to support international students after recruiting them here International students at Oklahoma universities struggle to afford living expenses despite working on-campus jobs limited by federal law to 20 hours weekly at minimum wage. Image Trump administration $100,000 visa fee for highly skilled foreign workers struck down A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's $100,000 visa fee for skilled immigrant workers, ruling the policy exceeded presidential authority by imposing an unlawful tax. Image Daily Audio Newscast - June 9, 2026 A federal judge in Boston rules that Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee is unlawful; Ohio food banks work to curb grocery store food waste; New education data raise concern as New Hampshire tops the nation in child well-being; And a South Dakota farmer says the current Farm Bill needs a lot of work. Life in Kiowa County Haswell - Eads - Brandon - Sheridan Lake - Towner - Classifieds - Local Government - Sand Creek Image About Town - June 9, 2026 Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden. Image USDA Update - June 9, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Obituary - Sheri Renee Lyon Sheri Lyon, a longtime Eads and Wamsutter resident who founded the Wamsutter Ambulance Service and dedicated over four decades to community service, died June 1 at age 71. Image Republican candidates for Sheriff face off at Kiowa County forum Incumbent Sheriff Bryan Williams and challenger Joshua Robertson squared off Thursday at an Eads forum to outline their law enforcement philosophies ahead of the June 30 primary election. Image Kiowa County - Tax Warning Kiowa County - Tax Warning Image Fort Hays State University recognizes spring 2026 graduates Samantha Courkamp of Eads earned her degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management from Fort Hays State University during spring commencement ceremonies in May. Image Kiowa County Sheriff’s Office Report – May 2026 Monthly report from the Kiowa County, Colorado, Sheriff's Office for May 2026. Image Pages from the Past - From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press - June 7, 2026 From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado. Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells - Kit Carson - Wild Horse Image USDA Update - June 9, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Joint law enforcement operation in Cheyenne Wells nets firearms, drugs and explosives Cheyenne County Sheriff's deputies and federal agents seized firearms, drugs, and explosive devices during a weekend search warrant operation at a Cheyenne Wells home. Image Top audio articles for the week ending June 6, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending June 6, 2026. Image Top articles for the week ending June 6, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending June 6, 2026. Image Warming trend, late-day storm chances for Cheyenne Wells Cheyenne Wells warms to the mid 90s this weekend with slight storm chances Friday before hot, dry, and windy conditions arrive midweek. Image Cheyenne Wells sees a Wednesday storm chance, then a warm-up into the 90s Cheyenne Wells could see storms Wednesday evening before temperatures climb into the low 90s this weekend under mostly sunny skies. Image USDA Update - June 2, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Cheyenne Wells faces a severe storm risk Monday as highs reach the 90s Cheyenne Wells faces a slight risk of severe storms Monday afternoon and evening as temperatures climb into the low 90s, with supercells capable of producing large hail, damaging winds and possible tornadoes. Economy Image Well-being report: Economic issues remain prevalent in Wyoming Wyoming's child well-being declined between 2019 and 2024, driven by poor school performance and rising housing costs that strain families. Image Mark Hillman's Capitol Review - Which Democrat candidate is better for business? Former Colorado State Senator Mark Hillman explores issues affecting people in Colorado. Image $6 gas and refinery fears collide with California’s climate ambitions California is considering handing oil refineries and other major polluters billions of dollars in free emission allowances. Image California has 6 weeks of gas supply. After that, it gets expensive Eleven weeks into the Iran war and a global energy shock, California drivers are paying the highest gas prices in the nation, an average of $6.15 a gallon this week. Elections Image Colorado county clerks to mail out 2026 primary ballots this week Colorado county clerks begin mailing primary ballots Monday to over 4 million registered voters ahead of the June 30 election. Image Trump administration swiftly moves ahead on plans to restrict voting by mail in the states Trump's administration will give states access to federal citizenship data by June 30 and monitor mail ballots for fraud under a contested executive order limiting voting by mail. Image Candidate Q&A: Colorado attorney general Colorado voters will choose Democratic and Republican nominees for attorney general on June 30, with ballots mailed starting June 8 and due back by 7 p.m. election day. Image Candidate Q&A: Colorado secretary of state Colorado voters will choose Democratic and Libertarian nominees for secretary of state on June 30, with ballots mailed starting June 8 and due back by 7 p.m. Election Day. Health & Living Image Coloradans are getting squeezed by credit cards while trying to navigate high costs Colorado households are increasingly turning to credit cards to cover everyday expenses and emergencies as wages fail to keep pace with the state's rising cost of living. Image Medicaid cuts threaten Nebraska disabilities services Advocates for Nebraskans with disabilities said work requirements for Medicaid recipients implemented by the state on May 1 threaten services for people who need them most. Image Two NIH scientists in Montana charged with ‘smuggling’ virus Two scientists at the Rocky Mountain Laboratory in Hamilton face federal charges for allegedly smuggling monkeypox samples into the United States and lying to customs officials about the biological materials. Image Federal trial starts for Idaho doctor seeking medical exemptions to abortion ban An Idaho maternal fetal medicine specialist testifies that he must send patients out of state for abortions to treat pregnancy complications he once managed locally under the state's strict abortion ban. Movie Reviews Image Movie Review - Scary Movie Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Scary Movie.” Does it leave him frightened about what’s next? Image Movie Review - Backrooms Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience? Image Movie Review - The Mandalorian and Grogu Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience? Image Movie Reviews - Double Feature – ‘Mortal Kombat II’ and ‘Obsession’ Critic Bob Garver looks two movies this week: "Mortal Kombat II" and "Obsession." Agriculture Sponsored by our friends at Golden Plains Insurance Image USDA Update - June 9, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Montana farmers showcase soil-to-soil agriculture Montana Farmers Union hosts a field day June 10 in Columbia Falls to demonstrate regenerative agriculture practices that cycle soil, plants, animals and compost. Image New Mexico reports first New World screwworm case in Lea County dog New Mexico confirms its first case of the parasitic New World screwworm in a Lea County dog, marking the fourth detection in the U.S. since the pest reemerged from Mexico. Image South Dakota farmer: Current Farm Bill 'needs a lot of work' A South Dakota farmer says the current Farm Bill proposal fails to address critical issues like conservation funding and SNAP benefits that rural communities desperately need. Government & Politics Image ‘No Bigfoot here :/’: New Mexico national park visitors troll Trump effort to nix anti-American signs The National Park Service received 738 comments from New Mexico park visitors about potentially inappropriate signage but found none that actually identified problematic signs. Image Colorado county clerks to mail out 2026 primary ballots this week Colorado county clerks begin mailing primary ballots Monday to over 4 million registered voters ahead of the June 30 election. Image South Dakota farmer: Current Farm Bill 'needs a lot of work' A South Dakota farmer says the current Farm Bill proposal fails to address critical issues like conservation funding and SNAP benefits that rural communities desperately need. Image DoD tweaks organized religion list after complaints of Latter-day Saints snub The Pentagon reversed course Monday and restored the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to its military chaplain list after Utah Republicans objected to the denomination being excluded from Christian classifications. Crime, Court & Law Image Trump administration $100,000 visa fee for highly skilled foreign workers struck down A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's $100,000 visa fee for skilled immigrant workers, ruling the policy exceeded presidential authority by imposing an unlawful tax. Image Federal trial starts for Idaho doctor seeking medical exemptions to abortion ban An Idaho maternal fetal medicine specialist testifies that he must send patients out of state for abortions to treat pregnancy complications he once managed locally under the state's strict abortion ban. Image Two NIH scientists in Montana charged with ‘smuggling’ virus Two scientists at the Rocky Mountain Laboratory in Hamilton face federal charges for allegedly smuggling monkeypox samples into the United States and lying to customs officials about the biological materials. Image Fed judge strikes down Nebraska law allowing some undocumented students in-state tuition A federal judge struck down Nebraska's 18-year-old law allowing undocumented high school graduates to pay in-state college tuition, ruling it violated federal law. Weather & Climate Image EarthTalk – What are white roofs and can they fight climate change? White roofs painted on homes reflect sunlight and reduce cooling costs, offering a low-cost way to cut carbon emissions especially in hot climates. Image Are South Dakota feedlots trying to protect the environment? South Dakota State University Extension offers a one-day environmental training session for concentrated animal feeding operations in Huron on June 23, covering odor management, manure handling, water quality, and permitting requirements. Image Federal appeals court denies youth climate lawsuit against Trump executive orders A federal appeals court rejected a youth-led climate lawsuit challenging three Trump executive orders supporting fossil fuels, saying the plaintiffs failed to show direct injury from the orders. Image Texas congressman wants to roll back Clean Air protections A Texas congressman's bill would exempt about 80 percent of U.S. oil wells from federal pollution standards, environmental groups warn. Personal Finance & Business Image AFL-CIO president aims to unionize 2 million workers in 5 years AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler pledges to unionize 2 million workers over the next five years following her reelection at the labor federation's Minneapolis convention. Image Coloradans are getting squeezed by credit cards while trying to navigate high costs Colorado households are increasingly turning to credit cards to cover everyday expenses and emergencies as wages fail to keep pace with the state's rising cost of living. Image Consumers grapple with high airline costs, customer service errors Airline passengers heading out this summer will pay more for tickets and baggage as carriers raise prices to offset higher jet fuel costs tied to geopolitical tensions. Image States face more budget pressures amid rising costs, slow growth Nearly half of U.S. states are implementing spending cuts as governors propose flat budgets for fiscal year 2027 amid modest revenue growth and rising costs. Food & Recipes Image Cooking at Home - Polenta with Pepper and Cheese Enjoy this creamy and flavorful dish, packed with cheese, beans, peppers, and corn. Image Cooking at Home - 15-Minute Enchiladas This is quick to make. When you need a main dish right away, try this enchilada recipe. Image Cooking at Home - Hummus Try this quick and easy hummus recipe by itself, with vegetables, crackers, chips, on sandwiches, in wraps and more! The possibilities are endless. Image Cooking at Home - Potato Salad Cooking at Home - Potato Salad Science, Tech & Education Image Oklahoma universities failing to support international students after recruiting them here International students at Oklahoma universities struggle to afford living expenses despite working on-campus jobs limited by federal law to 20 hours weekly at minimum wage. Image Two NIH scientists in Montana charged with ‘smuggling’ virus Two scientists at the Rocky Mountain Laboratory in Hamilton face federal charges for allegedly smuggling monkeypox samples into the United States and lying to customs officials about the biological materials. Image Trump administration $100,000 visa fee for highly skilled foreign workers struck down A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's $100,000 visa fee for skilled immigrant workers, ruling the policy exceeded presidential authority by imposing an unlawful tax. Image Data centers are driving demand for gas from Northwest utilities, reports find Northwest utilities are turning to natural gas infrastructure to power surging data center demand, threatening Oregon and Washington's climate emission reduction targets. Outdoors & Entertainment Image Movie Review - Scary Movie Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Scary Movie.” Does it leave him frightened about what’s next? Image ‘No Bigfoot here :/’: New Mexico national park visitors troll Trump effort to nix anti-American signs The National Park Service received 738 comments from New Mexico park visitors about potentially inappropriate signage but found none that actually identified problematic signs. Image Commentary - Federal policies put public lands elk habitat on the chopping block The Trump administration is opening millions of acres of Colorado public lands to oil and gas drilling, threatening elk migration corridors and hunting heritage in Moffat County. Image Hiker injured by grizzly bear at Glacier National Park A hiker sustained a fractured arm after a surprise grizzly bear encounter on the Grinnell Glacier Trail in Glacier National Park on May 28. The Conversation Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics. Image Curious Kids: Why are buttons and zippers on different sides of men’s and women’s clothes? Women’s shirts often have the buttons on the wearer’s left and the buttonholes on the wearer’s right. For men, it’s reversed. Image Blue Origin rocket exploded on launchpad, throwing the future of NASA’s Artemis program into question During an evening test fire on May 28, 2026, a Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded, engulfing the launchpad in a massive fireball. Image Commentary - You’ve been trying to get around Amazon – but it’s not that easy Amazon’s announcement that it would open its logistics network to other companies has major implications for consumers trying to ‘shop small.’ Image Curious Kids: What are those orange balls on some power lines? Those big orange balls don’t help with electricity flow or improve the efficiency of the power lines, but they do have a very important job. Classifieds & Sponsors Image Kiowa County - Tax Warning Kiowa County - Tax Warning Image Help Wanted - General Manager Help Wanted - General Manager
Image Colorado county clerks to mail out 2026 primary ballots this week Colorado county clerks begin mailing primary ballots Monday to over 4 million registered voters ahead of the June 30 election.
Image High-potency cannabis fuels state debates over psychosis and addiction risks A Connecticut mother's son developed severe cannabis use disorder after using high-potency marijuana to manage anxiety, prompting states to debate whether legal products should face stricter potency limits.
Image Top articles for the week ending June 6, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending June 6, 2026.
Image Governor Polis declares statewide drought emergency Governor Jared Polis declared a statewide drought emergency Thursday as Colorado faces its warmest winter on record and record-low snowpack with 75% of the state in severe drought.
Image Bennet, Weiser debate again ahead of ballots dropping in Colorado Democratic primary for governor Democratic gubernatorial candidates Michael Bennet and Phil Weiser debated in Denver Thursday, one week before Colorado begins mailing primary ballots on June 30.
Image Republican candidates for Sheriff face off at Kiowa County forum Incumbent Sheriff Bryan Williams and challenger Joshua Robertson squared off Thursday at an Eads forum to outline their law enforcement philosophies ahead of the June 30 primary election.
Image DoD tweaks organized religion list after complaints of Latter-day Saints snub The Pentagon reversed course Monday and restored the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to its military chaplain list after Utah Republicans objected to the denomination being excluded from Christian classifications.
Image South Dakota farmer: Current Farm Bill 'needs a lot of work' A South Dakota farmer says the current Farm Bill proposal fails to address critical issues like conservation funding and SNAP benefits that rural communities desperately need.
Image Consumers grapple with high airline costs, customer service errors Airline passengers heading out this summer will pay more for tickets and baggage as carriers raise prices to offset higher jet fuel costs tied to geopolitical tensions.
Image States face more budget pressures amid rising costs, slow growth Nearly half of U.S. states are implementing spending cuts as governors propose flat budgets for fiscal year 2027 amid modest revenue growth and rising costs.
Image AFL-CIO president aims to unionize 2 million workers in 5 years AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler pledges to unionize 2 million workers over the next five years following her reelection at the labor federation's Minneapolis convention.
Image Oklahoma universities failing to support international students after recruiting them here International students at Oklahoma universities struggle to afford living expenses despite working on-campus jobs limited by federal law to 20 hours weekly at minimum wage.
Image Trump administration $100,000 visa fee for highly skilled foreign workers struck down A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's $100,000 visa fee for skilled immigrant workers, ruling the policy exceeded presidential authority by imposing an unlawful tax.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - June 9, 2026 A federal judge in Boston rules that Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee is unlawful; Ohio food banks work to curb grocery store food waste; New education data raise concern as New Hampshire tops the nation in child well-being; And a South Dakota farmer says the current Farm Bill needs a lot of work.
Image About Town - June 9, 2026 Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.
Image USDA Update - June 9, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Obituary - Sheri Renee Lyon Sheri Lyon, a longtime Eads and Wamsutter resident who founded the Wamsutter Ambulance Service and dedicated over four decades to community service, died June 1 at age 71.
Image Republican candidates for Sheriff face off at Kiowa County forum Incumbent Sheriff Bryan Williams and challenger Joshua Robertson squared off Thursday at an Eads forum to outline their law enforcement philosophies ahead of the June 30 primary election.
Image Fort Hays State University recognizes spring 2026 graduates Samantha Courkamp of Eads earned her degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management from Fort Hays State University during spring commencement ceremonies in May.
Image Kiowa County Sheriff’s Office Report – May 2026 Monthly report from the Kiowa County, Colorado, Sheriff's Office for May 2026.
Image Pages from the Past - From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press - June 7, 2026 From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.
Image USDA Update - June 9, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Joint law enforcement operation in Cheyenne Wells nets firearms, drugs and explosives Cheyenne County Sheriff's deputies and federal agents seized firearms, drugs, and explosive devices during a weekend search warrant operation at a Cheyenne Wells home.
Image Top audio articles for the week ending June 6, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending June 6, 2026.
Image Top articles for the week ending June 6, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending June 6, 2026.
Image Warming trend, late-day storm chances for Cheyenne Wells Cheyenne Wells warms to the mid 90s this weekend with slight storm chances Friday before hot, dry, and windy conditions arrive midweek.
Image Cheyenne Wells sees a Wednesday storm chance, then a warm-up into the 90s Cheyenne Wells could see storms Wednesday evening before temperatures climb into the low 90s this weekend under mostly sunny skies.
Image USDA Update - June 2, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Cheyenne Wells faces a severe storm risk Monday as highs reach the 90s Cheyenne Wells faces a slight risk of severe storms Monday afternoon and evening as temperatures climb into the low 90s, with supercells capable of producing large hail, damaging winds and possible tornadoes.
Image Well-being report: Economic issues remain prevalent in Wyoming Wyoming's child well-being declined between 2019 and 2024, driven by poor school performance and rising housing costs that strain families.
Image Mark Hillman's Capitol Review - Which Democrat candidate is better for business? Former Colorado State Senator Mark Hillman explores issues affecting people in Colorado.
Image $6 gas and refinery fears collide with California’s climate ambitions California is considering handing oil refineries and other major polluters billions of dollars in free emission allowances.
Image California has 6 weeks of gas supply. After that, it gets expensive Eleven weeks into the Iran war and a global energy shock, California drivers are paying the highest gas prices in the nation, an average of $6.15 a gallon this week.
Image Colorado county clerks to mail out 2026 primary ballots this week Colorado county clerks begin mailing primary ballots Monday to over 4 million registered voters ahead of the June 30 election.
Image Trump administration swiftly moves ahead on plans to restrict voting by mail in the states Trump's administration will give states access to federal citizenship data by June 30 and monitor mail ballots for fraud under a contested executive order limiting voting by mail.
Image Candidate Q&A: Colorado attorney general Colorado voters will choose Democratic and Republican nominees for attorney general on June 30, with ballots mailed starting June 8 and due back by 7 p.m. election day.
Image Candidate Q&A: Colorado secretary of state Colorado voters will choose Democratic and Libertarian nominees for secretary of state on June 30, with ballots mailed starting June 8 and due back by 7 p.m. Election Day.
Image Coloradans are getting squeezed by credit cards while trying to navigate high costs Colorado households are increasingly turning to credit cards to cover everyday expenses and emergencies as wages fail to keep pace with the state's rising cost of living.
Image Medicaid cuts threaten Nebraska disabilities services Advocates for Nebraskans with disabilities said work requirements for Medicaid recipients implemented by the state on May 1 threaten services for people who need them most.
Image Two NIH scientists in Montana charged with ‘smuggling’ virus Two scientists at the Rocky Mountain Laboratory in Hamilton face federal charges for allegedly smuggling monkeypox samples into the United States and lying to customs officials about the biological materials.
Image Federal trial starts for Idaho doctor seeking medical exemptions to abortion ban An Idaho maternal fetal medicine specialist testifies that he must send patients out of state for abortions to treat pregnancy complications he once managed locally under the state's strict abortion ban.
Image Movie Review - Scary Movie Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Scary Movie.” Does it leave him frightened about what’s next?
Image Movie Review - Backrooms Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience?
Image Movie Review - The Mandalorian and Grogu Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience?
Image Movie Reviews - Double Feature – ‘Mortal Kombat II’ and ‘Obsession’ Critic Bob Garver looks two movies this week: "Mortal Kombat II" and "Obsession."
Image USDA Update - June 9, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Montana farmers showcase soil-to-soil agriculture Montana Farmers Union hosts a field day June 10 in Columbia Falls to demonstrate regenerative agriculture practices that cycle soil, plants, animals and compost.
Image New Mexico reports first New World screwworm case in Lea County dog New Mexico confirms its first case of the parasitic New World screwworm in a Lea County dog, marking the fourth detection in the U.S. since the pest reemerged from Mexico.
Image South Dakota farmer: Current Farm Bill 'needs a lot of work' A South Dakota farmer says the current Farm Bill proposal fails to address critical issues like conservation funding and SNAP benefits that rural communities desperately need.
Image ‘No Bigfoot here :/’: New Mexico national park visitors troll Trump effort to nix anti-American signs The National Park Service received 738 comments from New Mexico park visitors about potentially inappropriate signage but found none that actually identified problematic signs.
Image Colorado county clerks to mail out 2026 primary ballots this week Colorado county clerks begin mailing primary ballots Monday to over 4 million registered voters ahead of the June 30 election.
Image South Dakota farmer: Current Farm Bill 'needs a lot of work' A South Dakota farmer says the current Farm Bill proposal fails to address critical issues like conservation funding and SNAP benefits that rural communities desperately need.
Image DoD tweaks organized religion list after complaints of Latter-day Saints snub The Pentagon reversed course Monday and restored the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to its military chaplain list after Utah Republicans objected to the denomination being excluded from Christian classifications.
Image Trump administration $100,000 visa fee for highly skilled foreign workers struck down A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's $100,000 visa fee for skilled immigrant workers, ruling the policy exceeded presidential authority by imposing an unlawful tax.
Image Federal trial starts for Idaho doctor seeking medical exemptions to abortion ban An Idaho maternal fetal medicine specialist testifies that he must send patients out of state for abortions to treat pregnancy complications he once managed locally under the state's strict abortion ban.
Image Two NIH scientists in Montana charged with ‘smuggling’ virus Two scientists at the Rocky Mountain Laboratory in Hamilton face federal charges for allegedly smuggling monkeypox samples into the United States and lying to customs officials about the biological materials.
Image Fed judge strikes down Nebraska law allowing some undocumented students in-state tuition A federal judge struck down Nebraska's 18-year-old law allowing undocumented high school graduates to pay in-state college tuition, ruling it violated federal law.
Image EarthTalk – What are white roofs and can they fight climate change? White roofs painted on homes reflect sunlight and reduce cooling costs, offering a low-cost way to cut carbon emissions especially in hot climates.
Image Are South Dakota feedlots trying to protect the environment? South Dakota State University Extension offers a one-day environmental training session for concentrated animal feeding operations in Huron on June 23, covering odor management, manure handling, water quality, and permitting requirements.
Image Federal appeals court denies youth climate lawsuit against Trump executive orders A federal appeals court rejected a youth-led climate lawsuit challenging three Trump executive orders supporting fossil fuels, saying the plaintiffs failed to show direct injury from the orders.
Image Texas congressman wants to roll back Clean Air protections A Texas congressman's bill would exempt about 80 percent of U.S. oil wells from federal pollution standards, environmental groups warn.
Image AFL-CIO president aims to unionize 2 million workers in 5 years AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler pledges to unionize 2 million workers over the next five years following her reelection at the labor federation's Minneapolis convention.
Image Coloradans are getting squeezed by credit cards while trying to navigate high costs Colorado households are increasingly turning to credit cards to cover everyday expenses and emergencies as wages fail to keep pace with the state's rising cost of living.
Image Consumers grapple with high airline costs, customer service errors Airline passengers heading out this summer will pay more for tickets and baggage as carriers raise prices to offset higher jet fuel costs tied to geopolitical tensions.
Image States face more budget pressures amid rising costs, slow growth Nearly half of U.S. states are implementing spending cuts as governors propose flat budgets for fiscal year 2027 amid modest revenue growth and rising costs.
Image Cooking at Home - Polenta with Pepper and Cheese Enjoy this creamy and flavorful dish, packed with cheese, beans, peppers, and corn.
Image Cooking at Home - 15-Minute Enchiladas This is quick to make. When you need a main dish right away, try this enchilada recipe.
Image Cooking at Home - Hummus Try this quick and easy hummus recipe by itself, with vegetables, crackers, chips, on sandwiches, in wraps and more! The possibilities are endless.
Image Oklahoma universities failing to support international students after recruiting them here International students at Oklahoma universities struggle to afford living expenses despite working on-campus jobs limited by federal law to 20 hours weekly at minimum wage.
Image Two NIH scientists in Montana charged with ‘smuggling’ virus Two scientists at the Rocky Mountain Laboratory in Hamilton face federal charges for allegedly smuggling monkeypox samples into the United States and lying to customs officials about the biological materials.
Image Trump administration $100,000 visa fee for highly skilled foreign workers struck down A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's $100,000 visa fee for skilled immigrant workers, ruling the policy exceeded presidential authority by imposing an unlawful tax.
Image Data centers are driving demand for gas from Northwest utilities, reports find Northwest utilities are turning to natural gas infrastructure to power surging data center demand, threatening Oregon and Washington's climate emission reduction targets.
Image Movie Review - Scary Movie Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Scary Movie.” Does it leave him frightened about what’s next?
Image ‘No Bigfoot here :/’: New Mexico national park visitors troll Trump effort to nix anti-American signs The National Park Service received 738 comments from New Mexico park visitors about potentially inappropriate signage but found none that actually identified problematic signs.
Image Commentary - Federal policies put public lands elk habitat on the chopping block The Trump administration is opening millions of acres of Colorado public lands to oil and gas drilling, threatening elk migration corridors and hunting heritage in Moffat County.
Image Hiker injured by grizzly bear at Glacier National Park A hiker sustained a fractured arm after a surprise grizzly bear encounter on the Grinnell Glacier Trail in Glacier National Park on May 28.
Image Curious Kids: Why are buttons and zippers on different sides of men’s and women’s clothes? Women’s shirts often have the buttons on the wearer’s left and the buttonholes on the wearer’s right. For men, it’s reversed.
Image Blue Origin rocket exploded on launchpad, throwing the future of NASA’s Artemis program into question During an evening test fire on May 28, 2026, a Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded, engulfing the launchpad in a massive fireball.
Image Commentary - You’ve been trying to get around Amazon – but it’s not that easy Amazon’s announcement that it would open its logistics network to other companies has major implications for consumers trying to ‘shop small.’
Image Curious Kids: What are those orange balls on some power lines? Those big orange balls don’t help with electricity flow or improve the efficiency of the power lines, but they do have a very important job.
