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

Legislators responsible for SB 116 should take time to visit these schools and explain to the students, teachers, and communities why they must be sacrificed after making every effort possible to be respectful of Indian heritage.

The Regular meeting of the Kiowa County Commissioners was called to order on December 14, 2021; at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Donald Oswald. Oswald 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: Lening moved and Robertson seconded the motion to approve the November 23, 2021; minutes as presented. Motion carried.

Did you know that you can make your own fresh, delicious, whole-grain rich bagels at home? This recipe makes enough to share with family and friends.

Birthdays

January 3

• Kristina Uhland
• Caleb Lane
• Rhett Uhland
• Judy Weeks
• Lacy Webster

January 4

• Morgan Buss
• Toryn Neugebauer
• Brantley Baxter
• Rowdy Koch
• Demetrius Gilmore
• Ethel Ferris

January 5

• Chris Maggart
• Kara Crawford
• Timothy Howard
• Jaina Belle Owens
• Renee Woods* In Memory
• L.D.

Wind-fueled fires swept through parts of Boulder County on Thursday, leading to extensive property damage and thousands of residents evacuating.

• August 13, 2021 - Lamar Community College announces the spring 2021 honors list  - Academic achievement is always appreciated at our area schools and colleges.
• January 13, 2021 - Former Kiowa County Sheriff’s Deputy faces attempted murder charge - Former Deputy Quinton Stump, who was fired after an

Death and funeral notices, and obituaries in the Kiowa County Press for 2021. Notices are available to read in full at KiowaCountyPress.net/Obituaries.

• August 13, 2021 - Lamar Community College announces the spring 2021 honors list – Also the top article for the year in Kiowa County, Colorado – academic achievement is always appreciated.
• April 15, 2021 - Crowley County Sheriff Kurtz dies Wednesday - Sheriff John “Smokey” Kurtz passed away after a long career in law enforcement.

Photo of the week from the December 31, 2021, edition of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado - Welcoming 2022