A cholesterol-free classic Italian vegetable soup brimming with fiber-rich beans, peas, and carrots.

Ingredients

¼ cup olive oil

1 clove garlic, minced, or 1/8 tsp garlic powder

1⅓ cups onion, coarsely chopped

1½ cups celery and leaves, coarsely chopped

1 can (6 oz) tomato paste

1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

1 cup sliced carrots, fresh or frozen

4¾ cups cabbage, shredded

1 can (1 lb) tomatoes, cut up

1 cup canned red kidney beans, drained and rinsed

1½ cups frozen peas

For many, the new year marks a time for self-improvement, reflection and growth. For those who decide to drive under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, it could mean jail time, steep fines and other penalties. From December 29 to January 2, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and local law enforcement agencies will increase DUI enforcement to keep our roadways safe from impaired drivers during New Year’s weekend celebrations. 

The Internal Revenue Service today warned taxpayers and tax professionals of a new email scam targeting Hotmail users that is being used to steal personal and financial information.

The phishing email subject line reads: “Internal Revenue Service Email No. XXXX | We’re processing your request soon | TXXXXXX-XXXXXXXX”. The email leads taxpayers to sign in to a fake Microsoft page and then asks for personal and financial information.

KIOWA COUNTY

COMMISSIONER MEETING

DECEMBER 28, 2017 MEETING DATE

APPOINTMENTS:

Dear EarthTalk: I’ve been having trouble sleeping and my doctor suggested that indoor air pollution could be a contributing factor. Do you have any tips for how to improve my home’s air quality without breaking the bank?                                         -- Jennifer Abromovitch, Putney, VT

The United States Geological Survey recorded an earthquake in Las Animas county at 6:00 a.m. Wednesday morning. It was centered 27 miles southwest of Trinidad.

The quake, measuring 3.0 on the Richter Scale, occurred at a depth of 3.1 miles. A week ago, a 3.4 earthquake occurred about 20 miles north of the area, which regularly experiences such minor quakes.

No damage or injuries have been reported.

“Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” bears very little resemblance to its 1995 predecessor. That film was about a jungle-themed board game that invaded our world. This movie is about a jungle-themed video game that sucks players into its world. It’s probably better that this film goes in a different direction. All the inevitable jokes about the displaced animals invading suburbia and becoming Internet sensations would get old real quick.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is pleased to welcome in the new year by once again participating in First Day Hikes. Over 30 events are scheduled in state parks across Colorado on New Year’s Day as part of America's State Parks First Day Hikes initiative.