Consumer prices increased by nearly 7 percent in November 2021 compared to the same time last year, newly federal inflation data show, the steepest rise in decades.

Evidence suggests that the Omicron variant is associated with increased ability to evade immunity from prior infection. In contrast, there is no population-wide epidemiological evidence of increased immune escape associated with the Beta or Delta variants.

In January, the USDA will survey more than 40,000 cattle operations nationwide.

An economic analysis of crime in Colorado found it cost the state approximately $27 billion last year.

Starting in late December, the USDA will measure sheep and goat inventories and wool and mohair production through a nationwide survey. 

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has ordered flags to remain lowered at half-staff on all public buildings through midnight Saturday.

William "Bill" Edward Koehler

November 14, 1942 - December 7, 2021

Graveside funeral services will be held Friday, December 17, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at the Eads Cemetery.

Mr. Koehler passed away at his home in Eads.

Arrangements are under the direction of Brown Funeral Home.

California environmental regulators have set a date to halt the sale of new gas-powered leaf blowers and lawnmowers, the latest move in the state’s efforts to address pollution and reduce emissions.

Photo of the week from the December 10, 2021, edition of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado - Homes and businesses are being decroated for the holiday season - Chris Sorensen.

Breakfast

• December 13: Oatmeal, toast, orange juice, fruit, milk
• December 14: Scrambled eggs, apple juice, milk, fruit
• December 15: Muffins, yogurt, fruit, milk, grape juice
• December 16: Omelet, toast, milk, fruit, orange juice

Lunch

• December 13: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, corn, roll, fruit, milk
• December 14: Chili fiesta, broccoli, fruit, milk
• December 15: