To be eligible to fill the vacancy, a candidate must be a registered elector of the school district and a resident of director Precinct 1…
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Colorado Selected to Improve ‘Impaired Driving’ Data
In 2018, a CDC report found that 20.5 million Americans age 16 and older reported driving under the influence of alcohol…
San Juan Water Conservancy District ‘ZOOM’ Meeting Tonight
Due to the CDC and CDPHE recommendations regarding COVID – 19, the meeting will be held via Zoom, and the public is welcome to participate….
Two Western Slope Wildfires Continue to Grow
A pair of major wildfires on Colorado’s Western Slope have spread rapidly in recent days and are expected to continue to grow on Wednesday amid extremely hot, dry and windy conditions…
Colorado Grapples with Unemployment
“Based upon the economic conditions of the state of Colorado, and actually, this has happened nationwide, we have triggered what’s called state extended benefits, or SEB…”
OPINION: Secretary of State Griswold Statement on Postal Service Funding
“The President stated that he’s withholding US Postal Service funding to prevent vote by mail. This is voter suppression…”
Colorado Enacts Garnishment Moratorium in Response to COVID-19
Effective June 29, 2020, Colorado has enacted a new law implementing a temporary moratorium on “extraordinary” debt collection activities…
New Guidance for Colorado Schools
“There will be times when it isn’t safe to be in school,” Burakoff said…
HMPRESENTLY: Have a Wonderful Communications Day!
I did not know this. There is a National Kumquat Day in America, along with the many other national days we hear about, and sometimes celebrate. I don’t believe we have a National Communications Day, but there is an International Communications Day. So maybe, the time has come to establish our very own USA Communications READ MORE
Colorado Congressional Delegation Expresses Concern Over Census Decision
“We urge you to extend the statutory deadlines for the delivery of apportionment data and redistricting files following the 2020 Census in the next coronavirus (COVID-19) relief package…”
COSI Announces $7.5 Million in Postsecondary Scholarship Grants
“Every dollar invested in COSI is matched by a private philanthropy, thus doubling our return,” said Senator Rachel Zenzinger who sits on the Joint Budget Committee…”
Colorado Hunters, Anglers Help Preserve Wildlife Habitat
Many people may not realize that when hunters and anglers buy their licenses they also purchase a Habitat Stamp. This additional stamp allows Coloradans and visitors alike to enjoy wildlife in their natural habitats…
Rory O’Malley, Elliot Knight Star in PSHS Graduate’s Short Film ‘Our Place Together’
“Authentic representation is absolutely essential in storytelling and both men brought so much real life emotional depth to their roles, it was a true gift to work with them…”
VP Pick Kamala Harris Once Clashed with Biden on Education Issues
This article by Matt Barnum first appeared on Chalkbeat.org on August 11, 2020 Former Vice President Joe Biden announced California Sen. Kamala Harris as his vice presidential pick on Tuesday. Harris’ own primary campaign was defined in part by education issues, including an extended clash with Biden on school segregation and a proposal to substantially READ MORE
OPINION: Vaccine ‘Nationalism’ Could Backfire on America
Vaccine development has long been a globalized process. Between research, procurement of materials and manufacturing, vaccine production all but requires regional cooperation…
‘Curtains Up Pagosa’ Theater Company: Exits and Entrances
When I asked Ricardo why he would be willing to take on this challenging role, he said he had “been touched and inspired to see “kids” of all ages, from 9 – 90, give so much of themselves…
Apply Now to Serve on Colorado Independent Redistricting Commissions
In 2018, the Colorado General Assembly referred Amendment Y and Amendment Z to the voters. Both passed with over 70% approval in the 2018 General Election…
25% of Colorado Renters at Risk of Eviction?
The analysis, released on Friday by the nonprofit The Aspen Institute, estimates that 29 million renters across the country are at risk of losing their homes…
LETTER: Gardner Fails on Women’s Health Care
It is beyond belief that in the midst of a coronavirus pandemic, with millions losing their employment based health insurance, Gardner supports repealing the Affordable Care Act…