As every educator knows and understands—once Independence Day is over on July 4th that means summer is over for educators and ...

The fair was not only about competition but also about celebrating community traditions. Kathren Woodward was crowned the 2026 Tumbleweed Fair & Rodeo Queen, and Cambrie Gabel earned the title of 2026 ...

At least, that’s the view here from behind the grindstone.

Noah Nunez-Rebel portrayed the role of Dmitry who is confident, stubborn, and also somewhat manipulative at times—but also very caring and kind to those he holds close and respects. Nunez-Rebel said, ...

During public input, Raina Lucero, editor of the Kiowa County Independent and secretary of the KCFPD, spoke on behalf of the fire district. Lucero explained the KCFPD’s interest in the land previously ...

Last night, Monday, July 21, 2025, via Zoom, the Colorado Republican Party’s State Central Committee elected former Rep. Richard Holtorf (R–Akron) as its new vice chairman, filling the vacancy left by ...

For many players on the Rivals 18U softball team this past weekend tournament known far and wide as the Paint the Valley Pink Tournament in Hutchinson, Kansas was the end of long summer seasons of ...

A 54‑year‑old Cheyenne County man remains in custody at the Prowers County Jail after his July 10 arrest on an active felony ...

From the series “Kiowa County: A Retrospective at the Dawn of a New Millennium” produced by Eads High School, originally ...

The next tournament at the Eads Golf Tournament will be the 5th Annual Jimmy Patterson Memorial Tournament, a 2-Man Scramble ...

In a significant boost to youth mental health initiatives in Kiowa County, Kiowa County Public Health has secured a $360,000 ...

In the vast expanses of Southeastern Colorado, families raising children with special needs often encounter significant challenges in accessing essential services. Founded by Brittney Wollert, ...