If I could describe 1982’s “Blade Runner” in one word, it would be “hypnotic.” Director Ridley Scott crafted a world of eerie calm, one where flying cars and public shootouts were so casual that they blended in perfectly with their environment. A “blade runner” detective named Deckard (Harrison Ford) was assigned a case where he was to kill four disgruntled androids called Replicants. Surely he was in danger, and the case would go on to greatly affect his existence, but his only distress initially was over his inability to enjoy a bowl of noodles.

KIOWA COUNTY

COMMISSIONER MEETING

OCTOBER 12, 2017 MEETING DATE

APPOINTMENTS:

Four positions within the State Noxious Weed Advisory Committee will become vacant in December 2017.  Nominations are now being sought to fill these important positions. 

DELINQUENT TAXES FOR THE YEAR 2016

Treasurer’s Office  )

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A campaign finance bill aimed at providing more transparency for school board races, which are held in odd years, has impacted those running in the 2018 election, including the numerous candidates for governor.

The Colorado General Assembly passed a bill in 2016 that requires contributions of $1,000 or more be disclosed within 24 hours starting 30 days prior to the election in an odd year. It also requires disclosure of certain spending on advertisements, billboards and direct mailing that mentions candidates. 

Hunting is challenging. Not only must you understand the habits of the animal you are hunting, you must also understand regulations, laws governing public and private lands and your own limitations. 

Following are some reminders and things to consider before you start your hunt. 

It is time for Reformation Celebrations.  One of these services will be at Kit Carson Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church on South Main Street  in Kit Carson Sunday, October 22, during the worship service at 11:00 a.m.  Rev. George Hesse of Greeley will portray Martin Luther’s Baker in the setting 500 years ago.