As the pandemic wanes, hunger and food insecurity are also on the decline, but the need is still far above pre-pandemic levels.

A district court judge has barred Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters from overseeing the November election.

September 2021 Colorado crop production highlights from the USDA.

September 2021 Wyoming crop production highlights from the USDA.

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September 2021 United States crop production highlights from the USDA.

DATA

• Cases: 145 
• Hospitalizations: 8
• Deaths: 4**

*These are cumulative totals as of 10/12/2021 4pm **Deaths in people with a recent positive COVID Test.

• CASES PAST 7 days: 12 (1 vaccinated)
• CASES PAST 14 days: 16 (3 vaccinated)

ALL hospitalizations and deaths in Kiowa County were in people who were not vaccinated.

Jay Dee Matthews

January 8, 1947 – October 11, 2021

Jay Dee was born January 8, 1947, in Burlington, and passed away October 11, 2021.

After his father passed away, Jay Dee decided to make Jesus Lord of his life. His friend and business partner, James Greer, had the privilege of baptizing him.

The regular meeting of the Kiowa County Commissioners was called to order on September 30, 2021; at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Donald Oswald. Robertson opened the meeting with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance.

Those in attendance: 

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

Minutes: Robertson moved, and Lening seconded the motion to approve the September 14, 2021; minutes as presented. Motion carried.