A new planet has been found outside our solar system, and it may be able to support life.

The trade war with China has had a negative effect on small businesses in the United States, though lobbyists are seeing benefits.

The Regular Meeting of the Kiowa County Commissioners was called to order on December 12, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Richard Scott. Scott opened the meeting with a 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

Robertson moved and Oswald seconded the motion to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried.

Smarter food choices can help create balance in your life.

Consumers are now facing product labels touted as “eco-friendly,” “safe for the environment” or “organic.” Which ones can be trusted?

Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.

I hope everyone had a great Christmas holiday and are now looking forward to a fantastic New Year in 2020. We don't do much for celebrating on New Year’s Eve, but we did stay up and welcomed in the new year.

Colorado is one of 18 states, and the District of Columbia, appealing a recent ruling that the Affordable Care Act's individual mandate is unconstitutional.