It begins in early morning, when the early risers among us go out to do the chores. Later on, the day may seem almost summer hot, but early in the morning, we can feel it. We can sense autumn. Our eyes that are so tired from the sun’s burning can look silently around at the slight turning of the leaves, and we’ll know. It’s coming. We can feel it.

Hunting accidents have declined rapidly since the passage of two laws in 1970. One law requires hunter education training for all hunters born on or after January 1, 1949. The other requires hunters to wear at least 500 square inches of fluorescent orange clothing above the waist--including a head covering visible from all directions. 

15 Years Ago

September 20, 2002

• Eads Board unanimously voted to move forward on water, sanitation projects.
• Douglas Tallman of Brandon appointed to 15^th Judicial District Court

25 Years Ago

September 17, 1992

GOSSIP 

“A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy man keeps a secret.” Proverbs 11:13

National Preparedness Month (NPM) concludes this week. The Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management hopes you will be inspired to get involved and become a part of something larger.  Year round, millions of community members participate in America’s PrepareAthon, building the national momentum of preparedness. But twice a year, a national day of action, called National PrepareAthon! Day, focuses attention on the importance of creating a more resilient Nation by bringing together stakeholders, communities, and individuals to take preparedness action.

The Kiowa County Commissioner’s Special Meeting was called to order on August 31, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman of the Board, Richard Scott. Those in attendance were:

Richard Scott, Chairman

Cindy McLoud, Commissioner

Donald Oswald, Commissioner

Delisa Weeks, County Clerk

Tina Adamson, County Administrator

From rolling green fields and helpful pollinators to patriotic cowboys and cattle in the morning light, the beauty of Colorado agriculture is evident. It’s once again time to capture the “spirit” of Colorado agriculture through pictures. The 20^th annual “Colorado…it’s AgriCultural” photography contest is seeking entries as a way to celebrate the state’s agricultural heritage. 

Colorado produce growers can benefit from a grant the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) received from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The Department has partnered with Colorado State University (CSU) Extension to offer a variety of resources to help farmers comply with the newly implemented Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule. 

Southeast Region to Host second public meeting on funding issues facing CPW Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites the public to discuss the uncertain outlook for hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation in the face of severe funding challenges at a meeting scheduled for 6 p.m.