Colorado celebrates its 150th statehood anniversary this weekend with events ranging from art markets in Denver to pancake suppers in small towns across the state.

Federal law enforcement raids on Colorado election facilities since January have sparked warnings from democracy watchdog groups about potential threats to voting access ahead of November elections.

A magnitude 3.8 earthquake struck northern New Mexico near the Colorado line early Monday, the fourth of that size in the border region since June.

Kiowa County faces its hottest heat advisory yet Monday with forecasted highs of 104 to 110 degrees after Sunday's temperatures exceeded predictions across the region.

State attorneys general from both parties are stepping up consumer protection enforcement after the Trump administration weakened federal agencies and gutted investigations into high prices and deceptive business practices.

The National Weather Service raised its Sunday forecast for Eads to 106 degrees, which would break the town's July 26 temperature record if it holds.

States are cracking down on organized retail crime with new laws targeting cargo theft, gift card fraud and other sophisticated schemes that have evolved beyond traditional shoplifting.

Oregon postal workers join a national day of action July 28 calling on Congress to invest in the Postal Service and reverse recent service cuts and price increases.

The Trump administration asks the Supreme Court to overturn a federal ruling blocking an executive order that would restrict mail-in voting in 23 states ahead of November's midterm elections.

The Trump administration asks the Supreme Court to allow an order targeting mail-in voting before midterms; Haitian TPS ends, leaving Florida families in limbo; UNH tick project aims to safeguard public health in Massachusetts; Phoenix heat measures counter federal policies.

Trump demands the Senate stay in session and end the filibuster to pass a voter restriction bill and democracy groups call on people to get involved to protect the midterms.

Three people are dead and four injured after a horrific shooting at a food festival in Seattle; New report finds voting rights under threat in Tennessee and nationwide; Data centers in Virginia need to conserve water during drought, group says; Rural transit service proves solutions for Central Texas seniors.

State attorneys general from both parties are stepping up consumer protection enforcement after the Trump administration weakened federal agencies and gutted investigations into high prices and deceptive business practices.

Top democrats mark 100 days to the midterm elections; Postal workers in Michigan join national push to protect mail service; Debt lawsuits surge as Alabama families struggle; New Mexico officials implore Interior Department not to drill in Chaco.

Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.

The National Weather Service places Kiowa County under a heat advisory Sunday as temperatures climb to 100 to 105 degrees across southeast Colorado.

A heat advisory takes effect Monday as Eads approaches 105 degrees, with storms developing Tuesday and Wednesday before heat returns to the plains.

Kiowa County faces its hottest heat advisory yet Monday with forecasted highs of 104 to 110 degrees after Sunday's temperatures exceeded predictions across the region.

The National Weather Service raised its Sunday forecast for Eads to 106 degrees, which would break the town's July 26 temperature record if it holds.

Pearls of faith from Pastor Richard Zabriskie.

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

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, July 26, 2026.

Cheyenne Wells reaches 103 degrees Monday before thunderstorms and cooler air arrive Tuesday and Wednesday.

Kiowa County faces its hottest heat advisory yet Monday with forecasted highs of 104 to 110 degrees after Sunday's temperatures exceeded predictions across the region.

Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, July 26, 2026.

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, July 26, 2026.

Cheyenne County faces dangerous heat this weekend with temperatures climbing to 102 degrees by Sunday as a high-pressure system settles over the region.

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

Cheyenne Wells reaches near 98 degrees Wednesday with evening thunderstorm chances before cooler air and rain arrive Thursday night.

Cheyenne County reaches near 100 degrees Monday before a cold front Tuesday brings midweek thunderstorm chances of 50 to 60 percent.

States are cracking down on organized retail crime with new laws targeting cargo theft, gift card fraud and other sophisticated schemes that have evolved beyond traditional shoplifting.

Wyoming libraries offer free streaming services, computers, tools and tutoring to help residents stretch tight budgets.

An economist shares strategies Utah families can use to trim vacation and grocery expenses as summer travel and food costs hit record highs.

State attorneys general from both parties are stepping up consumer protection enforcement after the Trump administration weakened federal agencies and gutted investigations into high prices and deceptive business practices.

The Trump administration asks the Supreme Court to overturn a federal ruling blocking an executive order that would restrict mail-in voting in 23 states ahead of November's midterm elections.

Federal law enforcement raids on Colorado election facilities since January have sparked warnings from democracy watchdog groups about potential threats to voting access ahead of November elections.

A Colorado election official warns that mass voter challenges filed by private citizens could surge in 2026, potentially confusing eligible voters and suppressing turnout through a confusing verification process.

House Republicans passed legislation requiring voter ID and restricting congressional stock trading, though the measure faces long odds in the evenly divided Senate.

Omaha and Lincoln ease zoning rules to let homeowners build accessory dwelling units, helping seniors stay near family while living independently.

The Trump administration froze over $1 billion in Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota, citing the need for more documentation to verify claims in high-risk service areas.

Colorado celebrates its 150th statehood anniversary this weekend with events ranging from art markets in Denver to pancake suppers in small towns across the state.

An economist shares strategies Utah families can use to trim vacation and grocery expenses as summer travel and food costs hit record highs.

Former and current USDA employees warn that Secretary Brooke Rollins' plan to relocate more than 2,500 workers from Washington to regional offices will trigger widespread departures and cripple the department's ability to serve rural communities.

Farmers and regulators are turning to sustainable alternatives like microbial pesticides and parasitic insects to replace hazardous chemicals while maintaining agricultural productivity.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife confirms a fourth wolf pack with successful pups this year, as researchers track the state's growing population in remote mountain habitats.

Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week.

Governor Polis appoints Rachel A. Catt, a magistrate since 2022, to fill a vacancy on the 2nd Judicial District Court bench effective August 1.

New Mexico officials and conservation groups urge the Trump administration to maintain protections around the Greater Chaco Region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site sacred to Indigenous peoples that could face oil and gas drilling.

Omaha and Lincoln ease zoning rules to let homeowners build accessory dwelling units, helping seniors stay near family while living independently.

The Trump administration froze over $1 billion in Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota, citing the need for more documentation to verify claims in high-risk service areas.

States are cracking down on organized retail crime with new laws targeting cargo theft, gift card fraud and other sophisticated schemes that have evolved beyond traditional shoplifting.

The Trump administration asks the Supreme Court to overturn a federal ruling blocking an executive order that would restrict mail-in voting in 23 states ahead of November's midterm elections.

Governor Polis appoints Rachel A. Catt, a magistrate since 2022, to fill a vacancy on the 2nd Judicial District Court bench effective August 1.

Colorado auto thefts dropped 35 percent in the first half of 2026 compared to last year, preventing more than 3,000 vehicle thefts statewide.

Texas environmentalists push for statewide renewable energy rules that balance clean power expansion with wildlife and land protections.

Wildfire smoke poses serious risks to the heart, not just the lungs, cardiologists warn as smoky air becomes more common across the Midwest.

New Mexico officials and conservation groups urge the Trump administration to maintain protections around the Greater Chaco Region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site sacred to Indigenous peoples that could face oil and gas drilling.

Lamar faces a heat advisory Monday with temperatures near 108 degrees before thunderstorm chances increase and highs settle around 100 through midweek.

States are cracking down on organized retail crime with new laws targeting cargo theft, gift card fraud and other sophisticated schemes that have evolved beyond traditional shoplifting.

Wyoming libraries offer free streaming services, computers, tools and tutoring to help residents stretch tight budgets.

An economist shares strategies Utah families can use to trim vacation and grocery expenses as summer travel and food costs hit record highs.

Idaho water officials warn that climate change, drought, and aging infrastructure could force utilities to raise rates significantly in coming years.

Wyoming libraries offer free streaming services, computers, tools and tutoring to help residents stretch tight budgets.

Four states passed laws this year limiting student screen time in elementary classrooms, while Missouri and Oklahoma efforts stalled amid concerns about implementation costs and workforce impacts.

Washington doctors urge parents to schedule annual checkups for children before school starts to ensure they are vaccinated, growing properly, and ready physically and mentally for the classroom.

When you think of a desert, you probably imagine giant waves of sand dunes beneath a blazing Sun.

Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Evil Dead Burn” and “The Invite.”

Vega State Park closed its Island boat ramp to trailered watercraft Thursday due to low water levels, though kayaks and paddleboards remain allowed.

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

Colorado Parks and Wildlife hosts free Adventure Day on August 1 at Cheyenne Mountain State Park, offering families archery, rock climbing, and other outdoor activities led by experienced staff.

When you think of a desert, you probably imagine giant waves of sand dunes beneath a blazing Sun.

The middle finger is usually the longest. It acts as the hand’s central axis, helping to balance and guide movements. Its length also allows it to work with the other fingers to grip objects securely.

A black hole is an object so massive and dense that even light cannot escape its gravity.

For baseball players, seeing the ball clearly can be the difference between making a game-winning catch and watching the winning run score.