Millions of unemployed Americans are set to lose pandemic-related jobless benefits after Labor Day – just as surging cases of coronavirus slow the pace of hiring.

Ida had weakened well below hurricane strength by the time it reached the Northeast, so how did it still cause so much rain? Two major factors likely contributed to its extended extreme rainfall.

When the body deteriorates with age, it can be difficult for seniors to enjoy the things they used to. This can lead them to isolate themselves from society because of the difficulty involved with participating. But there are ways seniors can improve quality of life and mitigate the stressors in their lives. These can be anything from finding new activities to having devices that make day-to-day chores easier to complete.

Society can be a bit much sometimes, so it’s completely understandable when someone decides that enough is enough and moves off-grid. If you’re reading this article, you’re probably one of those people. Whether this move will be temporary or permanent, there are certain essential items you’ll need for living off the grid, and that’s exactly what we’ll list out for you here.

From the 134-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.

Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending September 4, 2021.

A local community is only as strong as its citizens the effort they put into it. Maybe you’ve just moved to a new community that you’d like to be a part of, or maybe you want to give back to a community that has long supported you and yours. While large gestures are always worthwhile, it’s often the little things that can really make a big difference. Here are a few small ways to start giving back to your community that don’t take too much extra effort or money.

The latest boards and commissions appointments in Colorado.

Norma J. Polley

March 6, 1929 - August 28, 2021

Norma Jean Polley the oldest child of John and Sarah Cullen was born in Boyero March 6, 1929. The Lord took her to meet him on August 28, 2021, at Trinidad Nursing Home in Trinidad.

She attended elementary and high school in Kit Carson and graduated May 14, 1947. From there she attended Loretto Heights College in Denver. She graduated from Colorado State College in Greeley with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education August 17, 1961.