From the 133-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.

Pearls of faith from Pastor Richard Zabriskie.

“Ain’t the same, is it?” asked Windy. He sipped some more coffee. 

“Know what you mean,” said Doc. “Doesn’t seem right, somehow.”

“Guess we got to, howsomever.”

“Afraid so.”  Doc sipped some coffee too. “But you know, there isn’t a Fourth of July parade that’s worth your life.”

To be honest, the elder folks in our community prolonged the Fourth of July plans until the last minute. I think it’s a sign of our great trust in science, scientists, and our doctors that made us wait so long before shelving the parade this year.

A quick and flavorful dinner of beef and potatoes. Try sweet potatoes or other types for increased variety.

The USDA is providing additional flexibilities for producers to file on acres with failed crops or crops that were prevented from planting because of extreme weather events.

July 15 is a major deadline for producers to report acreage for most crops, but deadline can vary by county and crops.

May 2020 acreage highlights from Colorado and the United States from the USDA.

More than two-thirds of Americans do not have a will and estate plan, potentially creating confusion for heirs.

Bankruptcy is meant to offer breathing space to struggling companies, but it may not be enough given the unpredictable nature of the pandemic.