“We are in search of a propane company that is willing to do whatever it takes to supply its customers with propane, even if it means working on the weekend or holidays…”
Author: Bill Hudson
Bill Hudson began sharing his opinions in the Pagosa Daily Post in 2004 and can't seem to break the habit. He claims that, in Pagosa Springs, opinions are like pickup trucks: everybody has one.
EDITORIAL: At a Loss for Words…
But then I learn about another program, or plan, that seems destined to serve those in our community who are struggling the most…
EDITORIAL: Interesting Situations in Archuleta County, Part Five
The other ‘data trends’ graphic I found was from Grand County. It showed a significant increase in ‘new daily cases’ since the end of October…
EDITORIAL: Interesting Situations in Archuleta County, Part Four
As Archuleta County Transportation Coordinator Laura Vanoni described the two options, she mentioned her desire to save as many of the tall pines as possible…
EDITORIAL: Interesting Situations in Archuleta County, Part Three
“Upon information and belief, the issuance of the Amber Alert was in violation of the customs, practices, and procedures of the Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office….”
EDITORIAL: Interesting Situations in Archuleta County, Part Two
The story, as related in the complaint, is rather interesting. We do not know if this story is accurate. Mr. Prescott has requested a jury trial, so a future jury may have the responsibility to determine its truthfulness.
EDITORIAL: Interesting Situations in Archuleta County, Part One
“I have a question. The amount of the salary, is the question that I have. You know, $124,000. With a three year contract. And the severance package, too…”
EDITORIAL: Health Investigation Committee Delivers a Report to the BOCC
“I think what we came up with is: there are more questions. I kind of envision a whole new committee to do the next step, because what we dug up, dug up more questions…”
EDITORIAL: Attorney Todd Starr at the December 7 BOCC Meeting, Part Two
For any Daily Post readers who might be unfamiliar with an Airbnb advertisement, here’s a sample…
EDITORIAL: Attorney Todd Starr at the December 7 BOCC Meeting, Part One
“There is absolutely no evidence in the record, whatsoever, that this unit has ever been rented. What there is, and what you saw, is a screenshot of an advertisement to rent…”
INTERVIEW: ‘Thingamajig’ Costume Designer Adrienne Young Conjures the 1940s
“So the 1940s is one of my favorite time periods, and it’s been a dream to do a ’40s show. And I actually have time, with this show, because of the smaller cast…”
EDITORIAL: Misleading COVID Information Regarding Colorado Hospitals?
“We have a very big disconnect between the accuracy of what’s reported and the decisions that are being made…”
EDITORIAL: Is Pagosa Going to Pot? Part Seven
Preliminary data from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment indicated that an average of 4.2 Coloradans fatally overdosed each day during the first eight months of 2020…
EDITORIAL: Is Pagosa Going to Pot? Part Six
Based on the tax revenue being generated by this industry, one might suggest the voters made a fine decision back in 2012…
EDITORIAL: Is Pagosa Going to Pot? Part Five
“It’s nothing personal; nothing against the County Coroner’s office, it’s just that we’re constantly full, and there’s just nowhere else to put them….”
EDITORIAL: Is Pagosa Going to Pot? Part Four
“Colorado’s drug overdose rate spiked 50% from May 2019 to May 2021, trending directly with a nationwide increase….”
EDITORIAL: Is Pagosa Going to Pot? Part Three
“And that’s my main concern now. If I were going to put all my eggs in a basket, that’s where they would have to go, because that is a very dangerous drug…”
EDITORIAL: Work Hard
At the bleakest moment in the pandemic, when you felt your most stressed, most scared, least centered, you probably heard some variation of the phrase: “This is really hard…”
EDITORIAL: Is Pagosa Going to Pot? Part Two
“I don’t know if you’ve had much of a chance to read through the [report] at this point; it’s a long read, so I’ll just summarize why we wanted to get it in front of you guys…”