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

ERCOT asked people to reduce their energy use between 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Friday.

The report analyzed water use in the state and criticized dairies, alfalfa farming and pecan farming.

A federal judge in Virginia will likely stay a case regarding medical providers and mifepristone.

(Colorado Newsline) President Joe Biden on Friday issued a disaster declaration for Colorado in the wake of the severe storms, flooding and tornados that came through the state in June, opening up opportunities for federal support.

The city of Tucson completed a deal with Pima County.

Try this tasty bruschetta with crispy bread topped with white beans, tomatoes, and spices.

The Regular meeting of the Kiowa County Commissioners was called to order on August 10, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Donald Oswald. Oswald opened the meeting with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance.

• Donald Oswald, Chairman 
• Howard "Butch" Robertson 
• Mike Lening, Commissioner 
• Delisa Weeks, County Clerk 
• Tina Adamson, County Administrator

Minutes: Robertson moved, and Lening seconded the motion to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried. 

Betty Jo Rother

November 30, 1941 – August 25, 2023

Mrs. Rother passed away at the Lincoln Community Hospital in Hugo.

Funeral services are pending.

Arrangements are under the direction of Brown Funeral Home.