The Colorado State Board of Education has approved 65 grants for school construction projects valued at over $665 million…
Author: Post Contributor
The Pagosa Daily Post welcomes submissions, photos, letters and videos from people who love, and care about, Pagosa Springs, Colorado. More information available at 970-903-2673 or pagosadailypost@gmail.com
The Big Takeaways for Colorado’s 2021 General Assembly Session
“It’s no secret that the governor is pretty hands-on. His background is being a legislator. He’s a policy guy,” Senate Majority Leader Steve Fenberg…
OPINION: Ending Transport of Horses Across State and National Lines
“I’ve been rescuing horses for 17 years in New Mexico and it’s business as usual to eyewitness the horrific conditions and treatment the horses are subjected to…”
Colorado Legislature Passes Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Wildlife Corridors
“Without ecological corridors to connect important habitat, our protected areas become isolated ‘islands’ that are unable to sustain wildlife populations…”
Crews Respond to 13-Acre Wildfire in Southfork
“Due to its remote nature and out of concern for firefighter safety we are using indirect tactics on portions of the fire…”
San Juan Basin Public Health Thanks Local School Partners
Youth ages 12 to 17 are currently eligible for the Pfizer vaccine, and 26% of this age group have received at least one dose of COVID vaccine across Archuleta and La Plata counties…
Celebrating the Little Free Libraries at Pagosa Spring High School
We have delivered the first library to the Wyndham Resort. Shane, the Assistant General Manager is having it placed in a community public area…
Montana Med School Clash Revives For-Profit Vs. Nonprofit Flap
“But now essentially we have investment vehicles that are owning for-profit medical schools. That is a recipe for predatory behavior…”
Colorado Dems Compromise on Climate Policy
“It’s very difficult for us to digest and respond to a 25-page amendment that we got at 6 o’clock in the morning…”
ESSAY: In High School, I was Homeless; So Why Did I Feel Guilty?
To help more students like me get to college, look beyond education policy…
First $1 Million Winner Announced in Colorado’s ‘Vaccine Lottery’
There are still four more chances for Coloradans to win $1 million as part of the Colorado Comeback Cash drawing…
National Parks Maintenance Backlog Could Get Help from Biden Plan
“The list shows the extent of the disrepairs, with numerous projects that address basic clean water issues,” said John Garder, director for budget and appropriations…
HMPRESENTLY: Ahead of the Game!
I’m chanting that, as other chores are in progress. When we’re vacuuming or clearing the table, or washing dishes, for example…
Garage Sale, This Weekend, Will Support Affordable Housing Efforts
Donations from Wyndham Pagosa and others have allowed PHP to stage occasional garage sales, raising funds to pay for background checks, advertising and print materials…
City Market Kicks Off $5 Million #CommunityImmunity Giveaway
Beginning yesterday June 3, and through July 10, customers and associates are eligible for the chance to win one of five $1 million checks or groceries for a year…
Overhaul of Colorado School Funding in the Works?
The bill sets aside $90 million the state education fund to help with the transition to a new formula…
OPINION: Time to Repeal ‘Public Benefits’ Restrictions
We are former lawmakers who helped pass public-benefit restrictions on undocumented Coloradans. It’s time to repeal those laws…
Plan Now for July 4th Holiday in Pagosa Springs
The Parade will be held on Saturday, July 3 at 10am. Staging will occur at the High School and line up along South 6th St…
Historic $5.3 Billion Transportation Bill Sent to Governor’s Desk
“The best solution for transportation funding that the state of Colorado has ever had in the last 10 years is before you today…”