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

Hello from the Extension Office. I’m sorry that you have not heard much from me, but I am sure that everyone knows that the COVID-19 coronavirus situation has changed all our lives.

After a no face-to-face order was put in place, it was lightened - a little. Programs that cannot be completed virtually have been allowed. These activities must be approved not only by Kiowa County, but also by all levels of Extension.

Kiowa County missed most chances for severe thunderstorms Saturday, but won’t dodge the wind and high fire danger through the weekend into the early part of the week.

Differences in the viruses' biology and societal contexts mean there's no guarantee today's pandemic will mirror the 'waves' of infection a century ago.

In March 2020, Google searches for phrases like “can’t taste food” or “why can’t I smell” spiked around the world, particularly in areas where COVID-19 hit hardest.

Strong wind, large hail, tornadoes and flooding are possible across most of Colorado.

Extreme and severe drought resumed expansion in Colorado according to the latest report.

NOTE: I am reviewing this film because it had the highest domestic box office ($50 million) of any film in my cable provider’s “New and Popular” On Demand section that I have not yet reviewed.

Betty Jane Weber

July 17, 1930 - May 29, 2020

Betty Jane Weber, 89, of Burlington passed away with her family by her side May 29, 2020.

Betty was born on a farm near Eads July 17, 1930. The youngest of 11 children, she grew up during the “dust bowl” years of the Great Depression.