Severe storms returning to southeast Colorado Wednesday
For at least the fourth consecutive day, severe afternoon storms are expected in eastern Colorado, bringing heavy rain, large hail, strong wind, and possibly tornadoes.
Federal spending covers only 8% of public school budgets
US cities and states are responsible for the vast majority of K-12 funding.
Your coping and resilience strategies might need to shift as the COVID-19 crisis continues
As the pandemic drags on, uncertainty and fears about health and safety mix with confusion and challenges tied to re-opening society. You need flexibility when picking your coping strategies.
Kiowa County Commissioners meeting minutes - June 25, 2020
The Kiowa County Commissioners regular meeting was called to order by Chairman Richard Scott on June 25, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. Oswald opened the meeting with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Those in attendance:
- Richard Scott, Chairman
- Donald Oswald, Commissioner
- Howard "Butch" Robertson, Commissioner
- Delisa Weeks, County Clerk
- Tina Adamson, County Administrator
Oswald moved and Robertson seconded the motion to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried.
Colorado’s first month of legalized sports betting nets $25.6M in wagers
Online sports betting generated $95,000 in taxes on $25.6 million in wagers during Colorado's first month of legalized online sports gambling.
Cooking at Home - Pan Roasted Tilapia with Tomatillo Salsa
Tilapia fillets are pan-fried until golden brown and served with a fresh salsa made from roasted tomatillos, serrano peppers, lime, and cilantro.
Federal budget deficit in June was larger than the entire deficit in 2018
The federal budget deficit in June 2019 was $8 billion. One year later, the deficit was more than 100 time higher at $864 billion.
Mask resistance during a pandemic isn't new – in 1918 many Americans were 'slackers'
There’s a clear consensus that Americans should wear masks in public and continue to practice proper social distancing. While a majority of Americans support wearing masks, widespread and consistent compliance has proven difficult to maintain
Ag stats: Colorado crop progress and condition summary – week ending July 12, 2020
Colorado crop progress and condition report from the USDA for the week ending July 12, 2020.
Death Notice – Robert Gene Hopkins
Robert Gene Hopkins
July 19, 1947 – July 10, 2020
A memorial service for Robert Gene Hopkins, formerly of Lamar and currently of Towner, Colorado, and Dodge City, Kansas, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 18, 2020, at the Peacock Family Chapel in Lamar.
Robert was born July 19, 1947, at Lamar to Everett M. and Olive M. (Roberts) Hopkins, and passed away July 10, 2020, in Dodge City.
