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School choice programs grow in popularity — and cost

States are scrambling to meet rising demand for newly expanded school choice initiatives.

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Colorado bill to make name change records for children private advances

Court petitions about a child’s request to change their name would be made confidential under a bill working its way through the Colorado Legislature.

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Top articles for the week ending February 21, 2026

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending February 21, 2026.

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Colorado bill would put workplace safety rules in state law

A bill championed by a pair of Colorado Democrats seeks to put federal workplace safety law into state statute.

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Colorado Democratic group launches effort to draw new congressional map by 2028

Coloradans could be asked this November to approve a temporary congressional map giving a big advantage to Democrats.

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Colorado, California, 11 others sue Trump over energy funding

Democratic attorneys general from 13 states have sued the U.S. Department of Energy

National and Global News

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North Dakota farmer weighs in as Farm Bill debate kicks off

A congressional committee kicks off debate Feb. 23 on a sprawling federal policy covering many facets of farming.

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School choice programs grow in popularity — and cost

States are scrambling to meet rising demand for newly expanded school choice initiatives.

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Armed North Carolina man fatally shot after entering secure perimeter of Mar-a-Lago

The U.S. Secret Service says a North Carolina man entered a secured area of Mar-a-Lago early Sunday morning armed with a shotgun and a can of gas.

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Politics: 2026Talks - February 23, 2026

Politics in the United States and around the world.

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Daily Audio Newscast - February 23, 2026

Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.

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Montana’s largest mine wins trade case, sees palladium prices rebound

The U.S. government announced that the company was successful in its unfair trade case against Russia and a Russian company.

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As Trump pushes voting restrictions, states have a rarely used option to push back

States have the power to set separate rules for state and local elections and to apply federal restrictions only on residents voting in federal races.

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Last nuclear weapons limits expired – pushing world toward new arms race

For the first time in more than half a century, there are no binding restraints on the buildup of the largest nuclear forces on Earth.

Life in Kiowa County

Haswell - Eads - Brandon - Sheridan Lake - Towner - Classifieds - Local Government - Sand Creek

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Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores February 17-21, 2026

February 17-21, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.

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Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores – February 17-21, 2026

February 17-21, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.

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Pages from the Past - From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press - February 22, 2026

From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.

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Pastor’s Pearls – February 22, 2026

Pearls of faith from Pastor Richard Zabriskie.

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Top articles for the week ending February 21, 2026

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending February 21, 2026.

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Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending February 21, 2026

Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending February 21, 2026.

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Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - February 23-28, 2026

February 23-28, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.

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USDA Update – February 17, 2026

Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.

Cheyenne County

Cheyenne Wells - Kit Carson - Wild Horse

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Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores February 17-21, 2026

February 17-21, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.

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Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores – February 17-21, 2026

February 17-21, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.

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Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending February 21, 2026

Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending February 21, 2026.

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Top articles for the week ending February 21, 2026

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending February 21, 2026.

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Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball schedule - February 23-28, 2026

February 23-28, 2026, boys basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.

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Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball schedule - February 23-28, 2026

February 23-28, 2026, girls basketball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.

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Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus - February 23-26, 2026

Cheyenne Wells School breakfast and lunch menus for February 23-26, 2026.

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USDA Update – February 17, 2026

Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.

Economy

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Despite January increase, jobs report shows a historic stall in hiring last year

Estimates for 2025 were revised down by more than a million jobs to a level of low growth rarely seen outside of recessions.

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US House opens the door to votes against tariffs

A handful of House Republicans tanked a procedural vote Tuesday night.

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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.

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Colorado jobless rate falls again, ranks 23rd nationally

Colorado’s unemployment rate has dropped again, following the trend of previous months.

Elections

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Commentary - Preserving the republic is now part of Colorado attorney general’s job

Weiser has experience in this area. In 2020, he argued Colorado’s position before the U.S. Supreme Court in a dispute over “faithless electors.”

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As Trump pushes voting restrictions, states have a rarely used option to push back

States have the power to set separate rules for state and local elections and to apply federal restrictions only on residents voting in federal races.

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Utah Supreme Court rejects Legislature’s redistricting appeal; court-ordered map still stands

Yet again, the Utah Supreme Court has ruled against the Utah Legislature in the state’s ongoing redistricting legal battle.

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Signatures submitted for anti-trans Colorado ballot measures

An anti-LGBTQ+ organization submitted signatures to the Colorado secretary of state’s office Friday for two ballot measures

Health & Living

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Signatures submitted for anti-trans Colorado ballot measures

An anti-LGBTQ+ organization submitted signatures to the Colorado secretary of state’s office Friday for two ballot measures

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Colorado bill would put workplace safety rules in state law

A bill championed by a pair of Colorado Democrats seeks to put federal workplace safety law into state statute.

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Utah lawmakers reject bill banning publicly funded gender-affirming care

Utah legislators have rejected a bill that would ban public, taxpayer funded insurance from paying for gender-affirming care.

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Movie Review - I Can Only Imagine 2

Critic Bob Garver looks at "I Can Only Imagine 2."

Movie Reviews

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Movie Review - I Can Only Imagine 2

Critic Bob Garver looks at "I Can Only Imagine 2."

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Movie Review - Wuthering Heights

Critic Bob Garver looks at "Wurthering Heights." Is he now ready to read the novel?

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Movie Review - GOAT

Critic Bob Garver looks at "GOAT." Is it the greatest of all time?

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Movie Review - Send Help

Critic Bob Garver looks at "Send Help." Does it have him sending out an SOS?

Agriculture

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North Dakota farmer weighs in as Farm Bill debate kicks off

A congressional committee kicks off debate Feb. 23 on a sprawling federal policy covering many facets of farming.

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Animal rights group targets CAFOs for National Animal Justice Week

Animal rights groups are rallying against concentrated animal feeding operations across the country

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U.S. farm bill drops, outlines 5-year funding

The U.S. House Agriculture Committee dropped the text of the U.S. farm bill last Friday, an 802-page package authorizing various programs.

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Polis administration sued over factory farm pollution

Colorado has strict requirements to protect water supplies from the impacts of factory farms.

Government & Politics

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Signatures submitted for anti-trans Colorado ballot measures

An anti-LGBTQ+ organization submitted signatures to the Colorado secretary of state’s office Friday for two ballot measures

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Colorado bill would put workplace safety rules in state law

A bill championed by a pair of Colorado Democrats seeks to put federal workplace safety law into state statute.

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Oklahoma lawmakers nix attempt to allow guns in the Capitol

Oklahoma House lawmakers voted down a measure that would have allowed licensed handgun owners to carry their weapons in the Oklahoma Capitol.

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Animal rights group targets CAFOs for National Animal Justice Week

Animal rights groups are rallying against concentrated animal feeding operations across the country

Crime, Court & Law

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Lawsuit targets censorship at Grand Teton, other national parks

A coalition of scientists, historians and national park advocates is taking the Trump administration to court.

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Utah bill cracking down on protests criticized as ‘invasion of our First Amendment rights’

A Utah lawmaker says he wants to crack down on acts of violence at future protests.

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Nebraska grand jury indicts more in international ‘ATM jackpotting’ scheme

Six more people have been charged by a federal grand jury in Nebraska for alleged roles in an international “ATM jackpotting” conspiracy.

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Kansas Senate maneuvers to limit business operators’ liability in negligence lawsuits

Provisions of Senate Bill 463 would shield property owners or occupiers in “negligent security” lawsuits from being responsible for damages.

Weather & Climate

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Keep ‘roadless rule’ in place, say former Forest Service officials

According to Trout Unlimited, nearly 2 million acres of Inventoried Roadless Areas have had hazardous fuels treatment to reduce fire risk.

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EarthTalk - What is ‘shrimp fraud?’

Shrimp is one of the most popular seafood choices worldwide.

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EarthTalk - ¿Qué es el «fraude del camarón»?

El camarón es uno de los mariscos más populares en todo el mundo.

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Report: California climate programs enriched corporate polluters by $28 billion

A new report criticizes California’s signature climate programs for enriching oil companies and biofuel suppliers.

Personal Finance & Business

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Nebraska grand jury indicts more in international ‘ATM jackpotting’ scheme

Six more people have been charged by a federal grand jury in Nebraska for alleged roles in an international “ATM jackpotting” conspiracy.

Court gavel on a strike plate, with the Scales of Justice and books in the background

Kansas Senate maneuvers to limit business operators’ liability in negligence lawsuits

Provisions of Senate Bill 463 would shield property owners or occupiers in “negligent security” lawsuits from being responsible for damages.

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Montana’s largest mine wins trade case, sees palladium prices rebound

The U.S. government announced that the company was successful in its unfair trade case against Russia and a Russian company.

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Commentary - National monuments sustain Colorado’s local economies

A consortium of outdoor groups and businesses released a report on how national monument designations can sustain important fish and wildlife habitat.

Food & Recipes

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Cooking at Home - Fig Bars

Fig bars are a great on-the-go snack. The sweet, nutty flavors in these bars are sure to be a hit with all ages.

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Cooking at Home - Walleye Chowder

Add a cup of hominy or corn to bulk up this creamy chowder!

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Cooking at Home - Deep Dish Apple Cranberry Pie

Cranberries and apples are the perfect combination for this delicious homemade dessert.

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Cooking at Home - Vegetable Stroganoff

This stroganoff starts with onion, garlic, carrots, zucchini, red bell pepper and basil combined with a creamy tomato paste and yogurt sauce. Mixed with shaped pasta, this twist on stroganoff is a simple meal and real crowd pleaser.

Science, Tech & Education

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School choice programs grow in popularity — and cost

States are scrambling to meet rising demand for newly expanded school choice initiatives.

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Southeast Colorado girls high school basketball scores February 17-21, 2026

February 17-21, 2026, girls basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.

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Southeast Colorado boys high school basketball scores – February 17-21, 2026

February 17-21, 2026, boys basketball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.

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The greatest risk of AI in higher education isn’t cheating – it’s the erosion of learning itself

Focusing so much on cheating misses the larger transformation already underway, one that extends far beyond student misconduct and even the classroom.

Outdoors & Entertainment

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Movie Review - I Can Only Imagine 2

Critic Bob Garver looks at "I Can Only Imagine 2."

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Lawsuit targets censorship at Grand Teton, other national parks

A coalition of scientists, historians and national park advocates is taking the Trump administration to court.

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Keep ‘roadless rule’ in place, say former Forest Service officials

According to Trout Unlimited, nearly 2 million acres of Inventoried Roadless Areas have had hazardous fuels treatment to reduce fire risk.

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Home Country – Golf with a purpose

Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.

The Conversation

Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics.

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Last nuclear weapons limits expired – pushing world toward new arms race

For the first time in more than half a century, there are no binding restraints on the buildup of the largest nuclear forces on Earth.

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The greatest risk of AI in higher education isn’t cheating – it’s the erosion of learning itself

Focusing so much on cheating misses the larger transformation already underway, one that extends far beyond student misconduct and even the classroom.

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Colorado has high levels of radon, which can cause lung cancer – here’s how to lower your risk

In Colorado, as of 2025, about 500 people a year die from lung cancer as the result of radon gas exposure.

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Curious Kids: How do people know their interests?

Motivation to keep doing specific activities often grows from access to opportunities, encouragement from others and chances to practice and improve.

Classifieds & Sponsors

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Help Wanted - Road & Bridge Equipment Operators

Help Wanted - Road & Bridge Equipment Operators

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Help Wanted - Dietary Cook

Help Wanted - Dietary Cook

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Government - First Half Taxes Due

Government - First Half Taxes Due

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Community - Pet Clinic

Community - Pet Clinic