Centers are confronting financial strain, restrictive regulations and resistance from hospitals…
Category: Education/Health
Colorado Education Issues to Watch in 2026
How will Colorado lawmakers prioritize education during another tough budget year? What’s the fate of the state’s first “public Christian school?…”
Celebrate Dr. King by Donating a Gift of Blood on January 21
There is always a need and sometimes a critical one for blood donors in Southwest Colorado…
Colorado Celebrates $200 Million for Rural Health Care
Federal funding will address significant health care needs and gaps in Colorado’s rural and frontier counties, representing more than $1 billion over 5 years…
Education Issues to Watch in 2026
How will Colorado lawmakers prioritize education during another tough budget year? What’s the fate of the state’s first “public Christian school?” And what will new cellphone policies look like in districts statewide?
‘Connect for Health Colorado’ Insurance Enrollment Consistent with 2024 Numbers
Connect for Health Colorado is the only place where Coloradans can get financial help to purchase health insurance, and an estimated 65% of customers will qualify for financial help…
HEALTHY ARCHULETA: Maintaining Whole Health During the Holidays
Social gatherings are an important part of life in Archuleta County and can be enjoyed mindfully…
‘Pagosa Strings Orchestra’ Debut Concert Strikes a Chord for Arts Education
“I was so nervous before we started,” PPOS student Anderson said. “But it went really well!…”
Governor Polis Appoints New Head of Higher Education Department
Colorado entrepreneur and consultant JB Holston will take over as the state higher education department’s new executive director starting in January…
Broadening Prosperity in Uncertain Times, Through Education
In Colorado, our small communities are inspiring the work of much larger places and of state-level collective action…
Pueblo Community College Southwest Names New Vice President
“I am honored to step into this role and continue serving the southwest region…”
HEALTHY ARCHULETA: Building Health Equity, One Shared Meal at a Time
This past weekend, Healthy Archuleta brought together local partners united by a common purpose…
Dec. 15 Deadline to Enroll in Health Insurance for Jan. 1 Coverage
“Staying covered is one of the most important things people can do for their physical and financial well-being…”
‘Interventional Pain Management’ Presentation Today at PS Medical Center
Our specialists will share practical insights for patients, families, and caregivers…
Governor Polis ‘All In’ on Trump’s School Tax-Credit Program
The list of organizations calling on Polis to reject the plan include the Colorado Education Association, Colorado Fiscal Institute, Colorado PTA…
Apply Now for LPEA and Cooperative Youth Tour, and Scholarships
La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) is offering two exciting opportunities for local students this winter…
Customers Encouraged to Compare Plans on ‘Get Covered Day’ in Colorado
9.7% of residents in Archuleta, La Plata, Dolores, Montezuma and San Juan counties lacked health insurance coverage in 2025 compared to 5.9% of residents statewide…
Feds Promise ‘Radical Transparency’ But Withhold Rural Health Fund Applications
Lawrence Gostin, a professor of public health law at Georgetown University, said HHS is “acting in a way that utterly lacks transparency…”
Schools Adopting 4-Day Week, Without Clear Supporting Data
In Colorado, two-thirds of districts are on the altered schedule…