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Coloradans Will See Increase in SNAP Benefits, October 1

Posted on September 23, 2021September 23, 2021 by Post Contributor

The resulting cost adjustment marks the first time the purchasing power of the plan has changed since it was first introduced in 1975, reflecting notable shifts in the food marketplace…

Posted in Education/Health

Fading, Off-Color Pine Needles Normal in Autumn

Posted on September 23, 2021September 23, 2021 by Post Contributor

In Colorado, ponderosa and lodgepole pines, as well as some spruce and fir species, are the trees that are most commonly reported to be shedding needles in September and October…

Posted in Environment/Recreation
Wildfire Preparation, in the Fall

Wildfire Preparation, in the Fall

Posted on September 22, 2021September 22, 2021 by Post Contributor

Most of our local forests have not seen a significant wildfire for over 100 years. That is a lot of time for unchecked growth of potential fuel…

Posted in Community

‘Smoke Screen’ Plaguing Colorado Air Quality Board, Part Two

Posted on September 22, 2021September 23, 2021 by Post Contributor

Polis himself twice refused to answer direct questions from Newsline about ETRP’s withdrawal at a September 1 event on transportation and climate policy…

Posted in News/Politics

Public Demand for Firefighters is High

Posted on September 22, 2021September 22, 2021 by Post Contributor

The increase in public demand and expectations placed on wildland firefighters to respond to ever larger and more intense wildfires is far from abating…

Posted in News/Politics
LPEA Offering 'Member Appreciation Lunches' in Pagosa and Durango This Week

LPEA Offering ‘Member Appreciation Lunches’ in Pagosa and Durango This Week

Posted on September 21, 2021September 21, 2021 by Post Contributor

Food provided by Smoken Moe’s Unreal BBQ and live music will be performed by Tim Sullivan…

Posted in Community

‘Smoke Screen’ Plaguing Colorado Air Quality Board, Part One

Posted on September 21, 2021September 22, 2021 by Post Contributor

During the Front Range’s smoggiest summer in over a decade, its embattled air-quality watchdog has gone quiet. Ex-employees say they’re not surprised…

Posted in News/Politics

OPINION: A Reminder of Our Hollowed-Out Democracy

Posted on September 21, 2021September 21, 2021 by Post Contributor

According to a number of recent polls, more than two-thirds of Americans (69 percent of likely voters) favor a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
Night Closures of Highway 160 Start Tonight

Night Closures of Highway 160 Start Tonight

Posted on September 20, 2021September 20, 2021 by Post Contributor

“Keeping the traveling public safe during these crane operations is a priority and dictates the need for the closure….”

Posted in News/Politics
Kids in the Mountain Education Program Creates 'Garden to Table' Connections

Kids in the Mountain Education Program Creates ‘Garden to Table’ Connections

Posted on September 20, 2021September 20, 2021 by Post Contributor

Each week, the education program served between 15-20 children along with a family member…

Posted in Community

Senators on the River

Posted on September 20, 2021September 20, 2021 by Post Contributor

On Colorado River Trip, Bennet, Romney collaborate on a bipartisan western approach to building climate resilience…

Posted in News/Politics

KSUT Hosting Fall Fund Drive This Week

Posted on September 20, 2021September 20, 2021 by Post Contributor

KSUT will fly the winner and one guest to Mexico for an eight-day, seven-night vacation to one of Vidanta’s six resort destinations along the Mexican coast…

Posted in Community

Clubs for Kids of All Ages

Posted on September 20, 2021September 20, 2021 by Post Contributor

‘Kids Kare’ began on Wednesday, and will continue each week through April 13, 2022…

Posted in Community

Fort Lewis College Owns Up to Its Past, as an Indian Boarding School

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021 by Post Contributor

“I think, as we move forward, we can do better,” Melvin J. Baker, Chairman of Southern Ute Indian Tribe said. “We can always be better tomorrow…”

Posted in News/Politics

Colorado ‘Leaf-Peeping’ Can Be Done Safely and Respectfully

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021 by Post Contributor

“We want everyone to have a great time experiencing the vibrant colors and the natural wonders our beautiful state has to offer…”

Posted in Environment/Recreation

Community Testing Sites Remain Open with Widespread COVID-19 Testing Available

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021 by Post Contributor

The testing sites will remain open with expanded hours and an ample supply of highly accurate, free, and reliable PCR tests…

Posted in Education/Health

Voluntary Fishing Closures Lifted on Dolores River

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021 by Post Contributor

CPW senior aquatic biologist John Alves thanked anglers for self-regulating and reducing pressure on fish in the Dolores River and Tomichi Creek…

Posted in Environment/Recreation

LETTER: A Three-Pronged Approach to the Climate Emergency

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021 by Post Contributor

The National Academy of Sciences advocates putting a rising national price on carbon dioxide emissions as the most effective way for the United States to meet its emissions reduction targets…

Posted in Opinion/Letters

Heidi Ganahl Launches Campaign for Colorado Governor

Posted on September 16, 2021September 16, 2021 by Post Contributor

“Colorado needs a comeback, and I’m here to give back to the greatest state in the nation…”

Posted in News/Politics
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