The Regular Meeting of the Town of Eads Board of Trustees was called to order by Mayor Shields, Tuesday March 10, 2020 at 4:50 p.m. in the Town Hall. 

Town Clerk, Robin Fox, took roll call:

Mayor - Joe D. Shields- Present

Trustees - Present -Meghan Buck, Terry Riley, Dennis Pearson, Justin McLoud and Kathy McCracken

Absent-

Town Clerk- Robin Fox -Present

Assistant Clerk- Barbara Scranton-Present

Director of Public Works- Van Brown- Present

Due to the outbreak of COVID-19, social distancing has become a necessary measure to help stop the spread of the disease. As a result, much of the population has spent a considerable amount of time cooped up inside. However, just because you are social distancing, that doesn’t mean you can’t go outside. There are many activities you can do in the outdoors without increasing your risk of catching COVID-19. Here are some enjoyable solitary activities to do outside while social distancing.

Insomnia is a prevalent and tormenting condition that causes restless nights in millions of people every year. According to Science Daily, roughly 25 percent of Americans experience insomnia every year. Habitual sleeplessness can have several causes. For example, stress, depression, or disruptions in one’s circadian rhythm may increase one’s risk of developing insomnia. In these challenging times, when anxiety levels are raised, insomnia is likely even more rampant.

Universal has made the bold decision to release its animated would-be blockbuster “Trolls World Tour” straight to On Demand.

Colorado crop progress and conditions from the USDA for the week ending April 12, 2020

The Kiowa County Commissioner’s Regular meeting was called to order on March 26, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Richard Scott. Robertson opened the meeting with 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.

Zachary Shane Gifford

July 15, 1980 – April 9, 2020

Zachary Shane Gifford, 39, tragically lost this earthly life April 9, 2020. He was born July 15, 1980, in Lamar to Lawrence Dean Gifford and Carla Sue Krehbiel Gifford.

Dear Dietitian,

I recently read an article that said vitamin D will protect against heart attacks. However, I have read several other articles that said the opposite. Would you guys make up your minds already?

Sam

Dear Sam,

Over the course of the past month, about 233,000 people in Colorado have filed for unemployment.

More than 20 million Americans have lost their jobs over the past month.