Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending May 15, 2021.

From the 134-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.

Pearls of faith from Pastor Richard Zabriskie.

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

March 2021 agricultural price report for the USDA mountain states region.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has made three new appointments to courts in the state.

The latest appointments to boards and commissions in Colorado.

Lamar Community College (LCC) graduates from the class of 2021 and the class of 2020, which was unable to have an in-person ceremony last year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, were recognized during the 82nd Annual Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 8. 

The regular meeting of the Kiowa County Commissioners was called to order on April 29, 2021; at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Donald Oswald. Robertson opened the meeting with a prayer and 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 April 15, 2021 minutes as presented. Motion carried.

Sun safety is a vital part of spending any amount of time outdoors. After all, whether you’re going for a morning walk or partaking in one of your favorite sports, you don’t want to get a sunburn. But just putting on these products isn’t always enough to ensure you’re protected. Those who are older and have more sensitive skin, in particular, may often find that they aren’t as safe as they initially thought. Read on to learn how to properly apply sunscreen and ensure you’re getting the most out of these products.