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June 8 ‘Plant Walk’ with Pagosa Herbalist Lake McCullough

Posted on May 26, 2026May 26, 2026 by Post Contributor

The first walk on June 8 will explore early summer herbs, wildflowers and edible plants in the ponderosa pine ecozone in Martinez Canyon…

Posted in News/Politics
Free 'Life at Chimney Rock Festival' Scheduled for June 6 & 7

Free ‘Life at Chimney Rock Festival’ Scheduled for June 6 & 7

Posted on May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 by Post Contributor

This year, the festival will feature two dance groups: the Fragua Family from Jemez Pueblo and the Roach Family Dancers from Gallup, New Mexico…

Posted in Environment/Recreation
Geothermal Energy for Massive Utah Data Center?

Geothermal Energy for Massive Utah Data Center?

Posted on May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 by Post Contributor

“There’s nobody out there, including me, who would support 9 gigawatts of natural gas power,” he said. “It’s just not going to happen. You can’t get the air permits for that. It’s not a thing…”

Posted in News/Politics

PAWSD Customers Remain in Drought Management ‘Stage 1’

Posted on May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 by Post Contributor

The District greatly appreciates everyone’s continued diligence in conserving water…

Posted in News/Politics

OPINION: Post-9/11 Wars Have Cost Lives But Accomplished Nothing

Posted on May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 by Post Contributor

“Trillions of tax dollars spent, thousands of U.S. military service members dead, and tens of thousands wounded. The toll on the rest of the world is even more staggering…”

Posted in Opinion/Letters

OPINION: Candidate Scott Bottoms Challenging Colorado’s Entrenched Power Structure

Posted on May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 by Post Contributor

A sitting lawmaker in a deep-blue state openly accusing the Supreme Court and Attorney General of self-protection and corruption…

Posted in Opinion/Letters

Take Good Care While Enjoying the Colorado Outdoors

Posted on May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 by Post Contributor

“Outdoor recreation improves your heart health, but it’s important to know that being in water below 68 degrees for long periods of time can be dangerous…”

Posted in Environment/Recreation

HIGHWAY 160 RECONSTRUCTION: Week of May 25-30

Posted on May 22, 2026May 22, 2026 by Post Contributor

The project team will wrap up work at the end of the day Thursday, May 21 in preparation for the Memorial Holiday weekend returning to work on Tuesday, May 26…

Posted in News/Politics
LPEA Election Results Announced

LPEA Election Results Announced

Posted on May 21, 2026May 21, 2026 by Post Contributor

Officers will be seated at the next meeting of the LPEA Board of Directors scheduled for Wednesday, June 17…

Posted in Business
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Starting This Friday, May 22, in San Juan National Forest

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Starting This Friday, May 22, in San Juan National Forest

Posted on May 21, 2026May 21, 2026 by Post Contributor

Lower elevation areas will go into restrictions while upper elevations and wilderness will not…

Posted in Environment/Recreation

Research Shows Colorado Families Struggling with Energy Costs

Posted on May 21, 2026May 21, 2026 by Post Contributor

“Energy is a basic need, and one too many Coloradans struggle to afford.” said Jennifer Gremmert, CEO of Energy Outreach Colorado…

Posted in Business
Colorado Celebrates Strong First-Year of Care Worker Tax Credit

Colorado Celebrates Strong First-Year of Care Worker Tax Credit

Posted on May 20, 2026May 20, 2026 by Post Contributor

The State will continue accepting Care Worker Tax Credit attestations through the October 15, 2026 tax extension deadline…

Posted in Business
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Delays Opening Due to Drought Conditions

Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Delays Opening Due to Drought Conditions

Posted on May 20, 2026May 20, 2026 by Post Contributor

“This was a difficult decision because the railroad is vital to the Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico economies…”

Posted in Business
Riding the Rails, Literally, in South Fork, Colorado

Riding the Rails, Literally, in South Fork, Colorado

Posted on May 20, 2026May 20, 2026 by Post Contributor

We repurpose existing rail lines to create guided biking experiences that allow guests to explore without paving new roads or disturbing fragile ecosystems…

Posted in Environment/Recreation
First Ever Pagosa Card Show Scheduled for June 20 & 21

First Ever Pagosa Card Show Scheduled for June 20 & 21

Posted on May 20, 2026May 20, 2026 by Post Contributor

Are you a vendor with a fantastic collection of cards or memorabilia? We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our growing community…

Posted in Business

LETTER: ‘Women Helping In Pagosa Springs’ to Meet Next Tuesday

Posted on May 20, 2026May 20, 2026 by Post Contributor

WHIPS, Women Helping in Pagosa Springs, will have their next luncheon on Tuesday, May 26, 11:30am -1:00pm in the tent at the Sculpture Park on Lewis Street…

Posted in Community
Wildfire Resiliency Code Takes Effect July 1 in Pagosa Springs

Wildfire Resiliency Code Takes Effect July 1 in Pagosa Springs

Posted on May 19, 2026May 19, 2026 by Post Contributor

Residents and contractors are encouraged to review the new requirements and check their property’s wildfire risk…

Posted in News/Politics
ESSAY: We're Not Ready for the Parched Summer Ahead

ESSAY: We’re Not Ready for the Parched Summer Ahead

Posted on May 19, 2026May 19, 2026 by Post Contributor

The Colorado River Basin faces a reckoning that has been building for decades…

Posted in Essays/Poetry

Applicants Sought for Vacancy on Pagosa Springs Town Council

Posted on May 19, 2026May 19, 2026 by Post Contributor

This is an opportunity to play a direct role in shaping the future of Pagosa Springs and representing community priorities…

Posted in News/Politics
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