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Weiser, Gonzales take top spots on Colorado’s 2026 Democratic primary ballot
olorado’s 2026 Democratic primary ballot is nearly set after the party held its state assembly in Pueblo on Saturday.
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Colorado auto theft down 34 percent in 2025, marking third consecutive year of declines
Colorado experienced a 34 percent decline in motor vehicle theft in 2025 compared to the previous year.
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Top articles for the week ending March 28, 2026
Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending March 28, 2026.
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Minor earthquake strikes east of Cheyenne Wells near Colorado-Kansas border
A small earthquake struck near Weskan in western Kansas Saturday afternoon, roughly 20 miles east of Cheyenne Wells, Colorado
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Report: Home insurance rates go through the roof in Colorado
Colorado is projected to have the sixth-highest home insurance rates in the country this year, according to a new report.
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CBI identifies victim in 2016 homicide using genetic genealogy
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation has identified human remains discovered in Park County in 2024 as a California man killed in a 2016 homicide.

National and Global News

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Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - March 30, 2026
Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
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Funding for additional wildlife crossings uncertain
Wildlife‑vehicle collisions pose a serious safety problem in and around national parks and park advocates are urging Congress to invest in more wildlife crossings.
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Education Department downsizing continues with removal from D.C. headquarters
The U.S. Department of Education is moving out of its Lyndon B. Johnson headquarters building.
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EPA increases biofuels in new Renewable Fuel Standard
New U.S. Environmental Protection Agency goals call for an all-time high volume of biofuels to be blended into gasoline and diesel.
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Politics: 2026Talks - March 30, 2026
Politics in the United States and around the world.
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Daily Audio Newscast - March 30, 2026
Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
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State policy will determine how many people lose Medicaid under work rules
All 41 states that expanded Medicaid eligibility under the Affordable Care Act will see fewer people covered.
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DOJ confirms voter data sharing with Homeland Security, but denies building national list
The U.S. Department of Justice confirmed in court that it is sharing sensitive voter data with the Department of Homeland Security.

Life in Kiowa County

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


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Minor earthquake strikes east of Cheyenne Wells near Colorado-Kansas border
A small earthquake struck near Weskan in western Kansas Saturday afternoon, roughly 20 miles east of Cheyenne Wells, Colorado
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Pages from the Past - From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press - March 29, 2026
From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.
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Southeast Colorado high school baseball scores - March 24-28, 2026
March 24-28, 2026, baseball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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Red flag warning Monday for Kiowa County; cooler temperatures arriving mid-week
A Red Flag Warning for fire danger is in effect for Kiowa County Monday as near-record warmth extends into a second week.
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Road Closure - Kiowa County
Road Closure - Kiowa County
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Government - Kiowa County Clerk's Office Closed
Government - Kiowa County Clerk's Office Closed
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Community - Kiowa County Ministerial Fellowship
Community - Kiowa County Ministerial Fellowship
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About Town – March 24, 2026
Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.

Cheyenne County

Cheyenne Wells - Kit Carson - Wild Horse


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Near-record heat opens week for Cheyenne County; rain, snow chances follow
Near-record warmth is forecast for Cheyenne County through Monday before a cold front arrives Tuesday.
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Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending March 28, 2026
Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending March 28, 2026.
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Top articles for the week ending March 28, 2026
Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending March 28, 2026.
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Southeast Colorado high school baseball scores - March 24-28, 2026
March 24-28, 2026, baseball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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Minor earthquake strikes east of Cheyenne Wells near Colorado-Kansas border
A small earthquake struck near Weskan in western Kansas Saturday afternoon, roughly 20 miles east of Cheyenne Wells, Colorado
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Southeast Colorado high school baseball schedule - March 30-April 4, 2026
March 30-April 4, 2026, baseball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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Cooler Friday, warm weekend ahead for Cheyenne County
A cold front that swept through Cheyenne County Thursday left temperatures roughly 35 degrees cooler Friday
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USDA Update – March 26, 2026
Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.

Economy

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EPA to ease restrictions on summer ethanol-blend sales as gas prices soar
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will allow gas stations to sell a blended fuel containing 15 percent ethanol into the summer season.
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Gas prices approach $4 a gallon in U.S., $6 in California
The average U.S. gallon of gas neared $4 Wednesday as California closed in on $6.
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Gas prices rise again as some states consider tax holidays
Gas prices are climbing again across the United States — with little clarity on where prices are headed next.
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Data show economy squeezing credit card holders
Americans owe more credit card debt than at any point in history and they are facing sky-high interest rates.

Elections

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Weiser, Gonzales take top spots on Colorado’s 2026 Democratic primary ballot
olorado’s 2026 Democratic primary ballot is nearly set after the party held its state assembly in Pueblo on Saturday.
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Sign on the side of a building reading "Department of Justice"
DOJ confirms voter data sharing with Homeland Security, but denies building national list
The U.S. Department of Justice confirmed in court that it is sharing sensitive voter data with the Department of Homeland Security.
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Kansas State Capitol
Kansas Legislature passes package of elections bills that alter voting processes
Kansas Republicans passed a package of legislation that purports to bolster election integrity but evoked warnings from Democrats of potential voter suppression.
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Republicans seek to enshrine voter identification requirement into Oklahoma Constitution
Republicans seek to enshrine voter identification requirement into Oklahoma C

Health & Living

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State policy will determine how many people lose Medicaid under work rules
All 41 states that expanded Medicaid eligibility under the Affordable Care Act will see fewer people covered.
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Mosquitoes carrying malaria are evolving more quickly than insecticides can kill them
The mosquito-borne disease malaria kills over 600,000 people annually. Since World War II, people have battled malaria with insecticides.
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Movie Review - Ready or Not 2: Here I Come
Critic Bob Garver looks at "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come." Is it actually ready for release?
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Colorado auto theft down 34 percent in 2025, marking third consecutive year of declines
Colorado experienced a 34 percent decline in motor vehicle theft in 2025 compared to the previous year.

Movie Reviews

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Movie Review - Ready or Not 2: Here I Come
Critic Bob Garver looks at "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come." Is it actually ready for release?
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Movie Review - Project Hail Mary
Critic Bob Garver looks at "Project Hail Mary" Does it leave him out of this world?
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Movie Review - Reminders of Him
Critic Bob Garver looks at Pixar's "Hoppers." Does it have him jumping for joy?
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Movie Review - Hoppers
Critic Bob Garver looks at Pixar's "Hoppers." Does it have him jumping for joy?

Agriculture

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EPA increases biofuels in new Renewable Fuel Standard
New U.S. Environmental Protection Agency goals call for an all-time high volume of biofuels to be blended into gasoline and diesel.
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USDA removes regulatory oversight of Bayer’s engineered corn variety
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has deregulated a genetically engineered corn variety designed to resist feeding damage from corn rootworm pests
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Colorado farmers battled biblical grasshopper plagues in 1876
Contemporary accounts described the locust swarms in biblical terms.
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A flesh‑eating fly is advancing towards the US border – can it be stopped?
A flesh eating parasitic fly has spread north through Mexico to within a few hundred miles of the US southern border.

Government & Politics

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USDA removes regulatory oversight of Bayer’s engineered corn variety
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has deregulated a genetically engineered corn variety designed to resist feeding damage from corn rootworm pests
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Education Department downsizing continues with removal from D.C. headquarters
The U.S. Department of Education is moving out of its Lyndon B. Johnson headquarters building.
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Colorado General Assembly unanimously reappoints Burlington native as State Auditor
The Colorado General Assembly unanimously voted to reappoint Kerri L. Hunter as Colorado’s State Auditor for a second 5-year term.
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Weiser, Gonzales take top spots on Colorado’s 2026 Democratic primary ballot
olorado’s 2026 Democratic primary ballot is nearly set after the party held its state assembly in Pueblo on Saturday.

Crime, Court & Law

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Advocates call on U.S. Supreme Court to clarify climate laws
Advocates are calling for justices on the U.S. Supreme Court to clarify federal laws regarding climate change lawsuits.
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DOJ confirms voter data sharing with Homeland Security, but denies building national list
The U.S. Department of Justice confirmed in court that it is sharing sensitive voter data with the Department of Homeland Security.
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Colorado auto theft down 34 percent in 2025, marking third consecutive year of declines
Colorado experienced a 34 percent decline in motor vehicle theft in 2025 compared to the previous year.
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Parents say Colorado chatbot bill wouldn’t do enough to protect kids from harm
Sponsors said they will continue to listen to advocates about how to strengthen the bill through further amendments, or follow-up legislation in the future.

Weather & Climate

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Near-record heat opens week for Cheyenne County; rain, snow chances follow
Near-record warmth is forecast for Cheyenne County through Monday before a cold front arrives Tuesday.
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Fire danger Monday for Prowers County; cooler temperatures arriving mid-week
A Red Flag Warning for high fire danger is in effect for Prowers County Monday as near-record warmth pushes high temperatures to near 89.
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Advocates call on U.S. Supreme Court to clarify climate laws
Advocates are calling for justices on the U.S. Supreme Court to clarify federal laws regarding climate change lawsuits.
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Red flag warning Monday for Kiowa County; cooler temperatures arriving mid-week
A Red Flag Warning for fire danger is in effect for Kiowa County Monday as near-record warmth extends into a second week.

Personal Finance & Business

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State policy will determine how many people lose Medicaid under work rules
All 41 states that expanded Medicaid eligibility under the Affordable Care Act will see fewer people covered.
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Colorado General Assembly unanimously reappoints Burlington native as State Auditor
The Colorado General Assembly unanimously voted to reappoint Kerri L. Hunter as Colorado’s State Auditor for a second 5-year term.
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Report: Home insurance rates go through the roof in Colorado
Colorado is projected to have the sixth-highest home insurance rates in the country this year, according to a new report.
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Bipartisan US senators want investigation into farm equipment companies moving jobs to Mexico
A bipartisan pair of U.S. senators Thursday asked the Commerce Department to investigate major agricultural machinery manufacturers.

Food & Recipes

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Cooking at Home - Chicken and Dumplings
These easy dumplings only need 4 ingredients. Drop them into the hot chicken broth mixture and cook them for 15 minutes.
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Cooking at Home - Tomato Basil Soup
This creamy soup can be prepared using pantry staples such as canned tomatoes and non-fat dry milk.
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Cooking at Home - Slow Cooker Stuffing
A colorful, delicious and easy stuffing recipe made in your slow cooker or Instant Pot.
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Cooking at Home - Stir Fry Vegetables and Beef
Looking to add more vegetables into a family-friendly meal? This recipe does the job. With a rainbow of colorful vegetables that are cooked until tender but not mushy, this stir-fry presents bright, crisp flavors that are wholesome and tasty. Use tofu or other meat substitutes for an appetizing vegetarian dish.

Science, Tech & Education

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Education Department downsizing continues with removal from D.C. headquarters
The U.S. Department of Education is moving out of its Lyndon B. Johnson headquarters building.
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Deborah Froeb confirmed for reappointment to Colorado State Land Board
The Colorado State Senate unanimously confirmed the reappointment of Deborah Froeb to the Colorado State Board of Land Commissioners.
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Southeast Colorado high school baseball scores - March 24-28, 2026
March 24-28, 2026, baseball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
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Southeast Colorado high school baseball schedule - March 30-April 4, 2026
March 30-April 4, 2026, baseball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.

Outdoors & Entertainment

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Movie Review - Ready or Not 2: Here I Come
Critic Bob Garver looks at "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come." Is it actually ready for release?
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Funding for additional wildlife crossings uncertain
Wildlife‑vehicle collisions pose a serious safety problem in and around national parks and park advocates are urging Congress to invest in more wildlife crossings.
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Deborah Froeb confirmed for reappointment to Colorado State Land Board
The Colorado State Senate unanimously confirmed the reappointment of Deborah Froeb to the Colorado State Board of Land Commissioners.
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Home Country – Gifts of spring
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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A flesh‑eating fly is advancing towards the US border – can it be stopped?
A flesh eating parasitic fly has spread north through Mexico to within a few hundred miles of the US southern border.
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Child wearing glass with head tilted in an inquisitive pose in front of a chalkboard with colorful images
Curious Kids: What was the very first plant in the world?
Around 500 million years ago, most of Earth’s surface was bare rock and dry soil.
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Mosquitoes carrying malaria are evolving more quickly than insecticides can kill them
The mosquito-borne disease malaria kills over 600,000 people annually. Since World War II, people have battled malaria with insecticides.
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The ever‑evolving Latino vote is rapidly shifting away from Trump and Republicans
Evidence from general elections in 2025, as well as special elections in 2026, suggest an abrupt correction is underway.

Classifieds & Sponsors

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Town of Eads - Surplus for Bid
Town of Eads - Surplus for Bid
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Road Closure - Kiowa County
Road Closure - Kiowa County
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Help Wanted - Road & Bridge Equipment Operators
Help Wanted - Road & Bridge Equipment Operators
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Help Wanted - Clinic Nurse
Help Wanted - Clinic Nurse

 


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Funding for additional wildlife crossings uncertain
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State policy will determine how many people lose Medicaid under work rules
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Daily Audio Newscast - March 30, 2026
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Mosquitoes carrying malaria are evolving more quickly than insecticides can kill them
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EPA increases biofuels in new Renewable Fuel Standard

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