“Tens of thousands of abandoned hardrock mines cause environmental damage across the West, impairing 40 percent of headwater streams…”
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OPINION: Harris Is Best-Positioned To Lead The Way
When it became clear that President Biden would likely drop out of the race, I hoped that some shining, younger, experienced, and inspiring Democratic candidate would emerge…
LETTER: Offering Justification for the Mob
There is great risk in supporting a candidate who seems incapable of seeing the humanity in the people with whom he disagrees…
When Colorado Expanded Its ‘Red Flag’ Law… Part One
Educators, doctors, mental health professionals and DAs can now file extreme risk protection order petitions. So far, not many do…
New Tri-State Wholesale Rate Design Accepted by Federal Regulators
The member-developed wholesale rate design was accepted, subject to refund, by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)…
Applications Open August 1 for ‘Canyon of the Ancients’ Artist-in-Residence Program
Whether you paint, sketch, compose, sculpt, take photographs, create pottery, or explore other forms of art, let the beauty of our public lands inspire your work…
More Colorado Children Will Get State-Funded Full-Day Preschool Classes
The increase means progress towards one of the state’s original goals for the preschool-for-all program: extra hours for 4-year-olds with the greatest needs…
New Website Helps You Add a Backyard Cottage in One Click
Cipkar is optimistic about modular construction and says several models of backyard homes can be delivered pre-assembled to your lot…
As Chair of Governors Association, Jared Polis Has a Plan for Education
“Our initiative will explore how to better evaluate outcomes from state investments in education, and help drive improved outcomes for learners at all stages of their education journey…”
Cataract Surgery, Explained
Recovery is a crucial part of the process. Generally, it takes about 4 to 6 weeks to fully recover. It’s important to remember not to rub your eyes and take it easy on physical activities…
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Has Expanded
“Our Veterans Crisis Line connects veterans to caring, qualified responders 24/7 — and two years ago, we made it even easier for veterans in crisis…”
Archuleta County Democratic Club Meets Today
The speaker will be Cindi Galabota, executive director of Ruby M. Sisson Library Foundation and Friends…
Colorado Republicans Gather to Discuss Removal of Party Chair
A faction of Colorado Republicans intent on ousting party chair Dave Williams gathered Saturday in a church in Brighton…
Colorado Judge Temporarily Halts Kroger-Albertsons Merger
“I am pleased that Kroger and Albertsons agreed to halt their plans to merge, until the court rules on the state’s lawsuit to permanently block the grocery merger…”
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Mid-Season Update
History lovers and railfans will have an opportunity to ride Galloping Goose through the fall colors, September 24 – October 4…
PAGOSA FARMERS MARKET: One-of-a-Kind Items from Ludwig & Tillie
After retiring from business development, Rita decided to take her sewing seriously and started her business in earnest…
‘Healthy Archuleta’ Receives Two Grants from the Colorado Trust
The funding aims to bolster grantees working to respond effectively to community disruptions resulting from economic downturns, social turbulence, public health crises…
OPINION: Project 2025 Has Something (Bad) for Everyone
Like most elk (and other) hunters in western states, I depend on public lands for hunting and outdoor recreation…