38th Annual High Plains No-Till Conference Set for February 2026 in Burlington
The Colorado Conservation Tillage Association will host the 38th Annual High Plains No-Till Conference in Burlington, Colorado.
Chiefs weigh stadium in Kansas, but economist doubts economic gains
Kansas continues to compete to pull the Chiefs stadium across the state line, even though the economic benefits of stadiums are considered few by most economists.
Nebraska veterans justice diversion program defunded, delayed until at least 2027
Nebraska was set to lead the way July 1 with a new statewide criminal justice diversion program for eligible veterans.
New Mexico environment department providing free filters ahead of PFAS meetings
The New Mexico state environment department Monday announced free filters and water testing for residents in La Cienega and La Cieneguilla.
New Mexico Supreme Court agrees to hear pollution lawsuit
The New Mexico Supreme Court Monday agreed to hear an appeal for a lawsuit brought by environmental, youth and activist groups.
Redistricting ruling: Utah judge picks plaintiffs’ congressional map, blocks Legislature’s
In her ruling, Gibson overwhelmingly sided with the plaintiffs in a lawsuit against the Utah Legislature.
States hope to use rural health money to keep doctors, combat chronic disease
States are seeking money to bolster emergency services, address chronic diseases, and recruit and train more doctors and nurses.
Colorado Democrats urge Department of Interior to protect Public Lands Rule
Conservation groups support keeping the Public Lands Rule in place.
Death Notice - Merle LeRoy Shalberg
Merle Shalberg
January 6, 1936 - November 10, 2025
Funeral services are pending for lifelong Sheridan Lake rancher and farmer Merle L. Shalberg.
Mr. Shalberg was born January 6, 1936, in Sheridan Lake, and passed away November 10, 2025, surrounded by his family at Weisbrod Hospital in Eads following a very brief illness at the age of 89.
Arrangements are under the direction of Brown Funeral Home.
Health experts sound alarm on blocked SNAP benefits for Colorado families
Health experts are warning about the potential impacts if some 600,000 Coloradans who rely on the SNAP program are unable to put food on the table.
