Pearls of faith from Pastor Richard Zabriskie.

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Unemployment claims in the United States rose above 1.1 million last week.

Of Colordo communities with populations between 1,000 and 25,000, Lamar in Prowers County ranks the poorest.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has modified an executive order to push back the last call to purchase alcohol to 11:00 p.m.

If you find that you have more time on your hands lately, now is a good opportunity to try something new. Take advantage of these warm days by indulging your passion for the outdoors. Here are a few of the best hobbies for nature lovers.

Wildlife watching

Sometimes the best activities are the ones that make you slow down. When’s the last time you took a time-out to truly appreciate nature, up close and personal? Or with just a set of binoculars between you?

You only get one pair of ears, and it can be easy to take them for granted early on in your life. The good news is that there are some easy ways to minimize hearing loss no matter what age you are. Keep reading to learn more about some tips and tricks to protect your ears.

Breakfast

• August 24: Pancakes, sausage link, apple juice, milk, fruit
• August 25: Omelet, toast, grape juice, milk, fruit
• August 26: Doughnuts, yogurt, orange juice, milk, fruit
• August 27: Biscuits and gravy, apple juice, milk fruit

Lunch

• August 24: Corn dogs, baked beans, grapes, milk
• August 25: Soft shell tacos, lettuce, tomato, brownies, pears, milk
• August 26: Fried chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, roll, milk
• August 27: Hoagie sandwich, chips, ice cream, fruit cup, milk

Every state's regulations and procedures differ for voting. Now is the time to understand how you can ensure your vote is counted in the November election in the United States.

Nutritional psychiatry is a relatively new field which focuses on the use of food and supplements to provide essential nutrients that may be lacking in one’s diet. Does it work?