We could hope and pray that it’s not too early to ask that question — about the proper size for a reservoir…
Category: Opinion/Letters
OPINION: When Evidence Becomes the Enemy
We owe a debt of thanks to those who document, protest, and refuse to look away…
EDITORIAL: San Juan Water Conservancy District Considers a Reservoir, Part Two
We certainly cannot question the need for water. A human being can last only about three days without water….
EDITORIAL: San Juan Water Conservancy District Considers a Reservoir, Part One
People in Pagosa have begun making comments about a possible water shortage this summer…
STRONG TOWNS: An Executive Order Aimed at the Housing Crisis?
Last week, the White House issued an executive order declaring that large institutional investors should not be competing with families for starter homes…
EDITORIAL: Time to Head for the Hills?
Given that kind of life in the city, who wouldn’t want to escape, and settle in Vermont?
OPINION: The ICE Freeze, and the Inevitable Thaw
What Minneapolis reveals about dehumanization, protest, and the limits of force…
EDITORIAL: The Best Education, at the Best Price, Part Four
From what I can tell, this Performance Rating — 73.3% — is one of the highest ratings given to any rural middle school in Colorado…
EDITORIAL: The Best Education, at the Best Price, Part Three
Based on extensive evidence from numerous studies, we know about two key factors that produce better academic and social outcomes in schools…
OPINION: Board of Peace, Board of Trump
At a press conference at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump unveiled his newly formed Board of Peace…
EDITORIAL: The Best Education, at the Best Price, Part Two
Do “families across our community” truly recognize an urgent need for “more modern schools”…?
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: Has ICE Outstayed Its Welcome?
Republicans in Congress, including Senators Bill Cassidy of Louisiana and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska are joining Democrats in sounding the alarm…
OPINION: When Truth is Lost
“Mr. Smith…Republicans are trying to rewrite history. … Perhaps the Chairman could muster the courage to call the four witnesses who I see…standing behind you…”
EDITORIAL: The Best Education, at the Best Price, Part One
“Archuleta School District will apply for a Building Excellent Schools Today (BEST) grant in March 2026…”
EDITORIAL: Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf?
The press release from Friday reflects a connection with rural Colorado, in a story about the voter-approved wolf reintroduction program…
OPINION: Are There 10 Courageous Republicans Who Can Save America?
However, there are clear signs of fissures among Republican lawmakers who are terrified of what may come next…
EDITORIAL: Will Our Workforce End Up Living in RVs? Part Six
“This is one of the biggest problems we have in our community. The County’s regulations…”
EDITORIAL: Will Our Workforce End Up Living in RVs? Part Five
Obviously, the housing situation has sunk to a point where the County imagines families living in RVs for at least five years…
OPINION: Colorado Municipal League Opposes State Control of Local Land Uses
General Assembly continues to preempt municipal land use authority with new legislation aimed at circumventing local planning…