The Colorado House of Representatives on Thursday passed the 2021 budget bill, among its last hurdles before heading to the governor’s desk. 

olorado ranked 9th out of 19 states that accepted federal loans to cover unemployment insurance claims.

It’s easy to get carried away at outdoor sports stores—after all, who couldn’t use a $75 wahoo-sized lure for going after trophy fish? You know, just in case? But you can save money learning to make your own fishing gear and feel even greater satisfaction when you land the big ones. See if any of these following projects inspire you:

Photo of the week from the April 16, 2021, edition of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado - Pear tree in bloom in Kiowa County - Chris Sorensen.

Breakfast

• April 19: Breakfast Burrito, Fruit, Milk
• April 20: Yogurt, Muffin, Fruit, Milk
• April 21: Egg Patty, Bagel, Fruit, Milk
• April 22: Pancake on a Stick, Fruit, Milk

Lunch

• April 19: Soft Shell Chicken Tacos, Peas, Fruit, Milk
• April 20: Lasagna, Green beans, Milk, Roll, Fruit
• April 21: Turkey & Swiss Wrap, Carrots, Cookie, Fruit, Milk
• Apri

Breakfast

• April 19: Bagel w/Cream Cheese
• April 20: Breakfast Pizza
• April 21: Ham Bar
• April 22: Long John

Lunch

• April 19: Chicken Nuggets
• April 20: Pulled Pork Sandwich
• April 21: Baked Chicken
• April 22: Spaghetti

A recent vote by the state’s community college system will maintain the current tuition prices for the 2021-22 academic year.

Saturday’s program will delve into the events of the mid 1800s and describe some of the social, economic, and political factors that contributed to the Sand Creek Massacre.

Following a brief illness, Crowley County Sheriff John “Smokey” Kurtz died Wednesday at Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo surrounded by family members.

Outside the Crowley County Courthouse in Ordway, a parked CCSO pickup displayed a portrait of Kurtz, while his desk held additional memorials.

A brief note, posted on Facebook by Undersheriff Terry Reeves, stated, “It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Sheriff John “Smokey” Kurtz. Sheriff Kurtz passed away this morning in the presence of family at Parkview Medical Center”

America’s public library workers have adjusted and expanded their services throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.