Birds spend a lot of time and energy singing, but they don't do it the same way in every season of the year. And some can't sing at all. What's the purpose of birdsong?

Photo of the week for November 8, 2019, from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado - U.S. flag reflected in a window.

The turnout of unaffiliated voters may have had an impact in Colorado's election results.

• Kiowa County Commissioners Meeting  October Nov 14 - Open to the public  9:00am      - Commissioners will recess 12 - 1 for lunch - 4 day notice is preferred for posted agenda
• Eads Drivers License Schedule November 12-13-19-20-26-27
• Eads Drivers License DD-214 or Active Military ID must be presented at time of renewal for Military Insignia to be placed on you license
• MVR Reports available Kiowa County Clerk Office 1305 Goff St. 719-438-5421
• 2018 Farm Bill CRP General Signup Informational Meeting Nov.

Researchers are looking for ways to determine who's most at risk for dementia and also ways to detect it early. A scientist who has studied low blood pressure makes a case for a link between the two.

Breakfast

• November 11: Doughnuts, milk, apple juice, apple
• November 12: Hash browns, toast, sausage, grape juice, milk, orange
• November 13: French toast, apple juice, milk, orange
• November 14: Eggs, toast, orange juice, milk, fruit

Lunch

• November 11: Nachos, lettuce, tomato, peaches, milk, salad bar
• November 12: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, pears, roll, milk, salad bar
• November 13: Hot dogs, cooked carrots, apple, milk, salad bar
• November 14: Chicken sandwich, cooked corn, fruit, milk, salad bar

How much fiber is needed during recovery from small bowel obstruction surgery, and when should it be adjusted?

The Fed cut rates for the third time in as many months – something practically unheard of in a strong economy.

Research suggests that kids benefit when there are fewer of them in a classroom. But quickly reducing class size can cause new problems as schools scramble to hire new teachers.