“And now abide in faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” I Corinthians 13: 15. This scripture is often used at weddings but I know it is imperative for every day of our lives. Let us love in actions to people around us, not just in words.

Postmaster Luke Vocke and his assistants hosted two days to celebrate that the Eads 

Post office is 130 years old. Besides treats and beverages, people who signed up, won gifts every 15 minutes. When I was there, Cleta (Colvalt) Englehardt came early in the morning from Haswell. 

Provided by the Kiowa County Sheriff's Office.

Steve slowly saddled Old Snort, and climbed aboard. Kinda stiff this morning. He pulled his hat down a little lower and pulled the wild rag up to cover his nose and mouth from the morning chill.

How many mornings had he done this over the years?

As Snort trotted out into the meadows and the hills surrounding our valley, he looked with perked ears for cattle. That’s what Snort does for a living.

Temperature records may fall across Colorado Sunday and Monday, though more seasonal temperatures are expected by mid-week.

Eastern Plains

Sunday will be mostly dry with temperatures reaching the low to mid-70s. Monday will be more of the same as temperatures pick up a few degrees. Springfield will have a change to reach the low 80s – as much as 30 degrees above normal for this time of year. Gusty winds and low humidity will increase the first danger; however, a fire weather watch is not yet in effect.

• Pages from the Past - From Our 130-Year Archives
• Cyber Monday - A Great Deal for ID Thieves and Scam Artists
• Pastor’s Pearls
• Birthdays & Anniversaries

15 Years Ago

November 22, 2002

Cyber Monday - November 27 this year - is becoming as big as Black Friday for getting your holiday shopping done and finding amazing discounts. There are some great deals, but buyers must beware of scams and the tricks identity thieves may use.  Last week’s article about protecting yourself at stores during Black Friday – and any other time of year – can be found here.

Here are some tips that will help you enjoy a safe online shopping experience:

WHAT ARE YOU THANKFUL FOR?

“O, give thanks to God for He is good and His mercy endures forever.” Psalms 136:1

One of our most popular features for nearly 17 years - a full-page color photo on the front of the Kiowa County Press showing various impressions of life in Kiowa County and across Colorado.

Copies of the print version of the Kiowa County Press can be purchased each week at Kiowa Healthmart, COOP C-Store in Eads, Haswell Propane, and Thunderbird Petroleum, our at our business office at 1208 Maine Street, Eads.