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Pagosa Springs Remains in Drought Stage 1
In our area, it’s most effective to irrigate between evening and early morning because the cooler, calmer conditions allow water to soak into the soil…
HIGHWAY RECONSTRUCTION: Major Traffic Impact Begins Today
Traffic will be configured in a one-lane, alternating pattern (24 hours a day and seven days a week), and delays are expected….
Colorado Voters Likely Shielded from Effects of Supreme Court Voting Rights Decision
The Colorado Legislature last year passed the Colorado Voting Rights Act, and sponsors specifically sought to shield the state from federal actions…
‘Community Conversations’ Will Address Potential Tax Issues in Pagosa Springs
A series of free ‘Community Conversations’ has been planned to allow government leaders to explain the perceived need for higher taxes…
Colorado Law Will Prohibit Sales of Dogs, Cats in Pet Stores
“Pet stores can still thrive. Communities can still connect with animals. But the pipeline that brought suffering into our state ends here…”
Colorado Senate Passes Bill to Address Sports Betting Addiction
“Today’s Senate vote, paired with the experiences shared on the Campaign’s panel, makes one thing clear: Coloradans want commonsense guardrails…”
Judge Rules in Favor of Unaffiliated Voters, as Primary Election Arrives
The decision is the latest action in a years-long legal battle in which the Republican Party challenged state laws enacted as a result of Proposition 108…
Latest Drought Stage News from PAWSD
To conserve water in Lake Hatcher, water is pumped 7 miles and 700 vertical feet, from a pumping station along the San Juan River south of downtown Pagosa Springs…
OPINION: Agricultural Work is Dangerous; Communication Can Save Lives
Safe workplaces are built by leaders who prioritize safety, model safe behavior and create environments where workers feel empowered to raise concerns or stop work….
Q&A: The Making of America’s Immigrant Detention Business
“Typically right after the detention center opens, there is often a period where the INS or ICE is very eager to use it – typically they need space in that part of the country. But where ICE needs space is not consistent…”
Questions Raised About U.S. Congress Ethics Investigations as Three Members Resign
“There’s always been untoward activity among political figures. I mean going back to time immemorial. There’s always been marital infidelity…”
Colorado Libertarian Party Fields Primary Election Candidates
The Libertarian candidate for Secretary of State will be decided in the June primary between Sean Vadney of Highlands Ranch and Alex Astley of Holyoke. Both candidates earned more than 30% of the delegate vote…
PAWSD Announces Drought Stage 1, Limiting Outdoor Irrigation and Initiating Additional Fees
The goal of Stage 1 – Low Drought Restrictions is to reduce water consumption throughout the District by 10% – 20%…
Patients, Providers, Consumer Groups Praise Legislators for Protecting PDAB
“This bill would have prevented the PDAB from working to bring down the costs of the most unaffordable drugs in the state…”
Interior Secretary Accused of ‘Knee-capping’ Renewable Energy
“Shortly after taking office, the White House moved quickly to halt offshore wind development and took steps to rein in solar and wind projects…”
American Businesses Line Up for $166 Billion in Refunds from Illegal Tariffs
“At a time when others are looking to profit off confusion, we are making this process clear, accessible and free…”
Forest Service Planning to Close Research Stations as Wildfire Season Approaches
Many longtime foresters fear the closures will threaten vital research that has been the backbone of forest management for state agencies…
Archuleta County Commissioners Schedule Evening Meeting, Tomorrow
This notice is to announce that the Commissioner Regular Meeting on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 is taking place at 5pm this week…