Over the course of the 20th century, we’ve gradually stripped away the concept of property rights…
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LPEA Celebrates 85 Years of Rural Electric Service with a New Logo
Join the celebration of 85 years of powering progress, throughout October, with a series of events…
LPEA Announces Board Election Results, Partnership with Mercuria
Mercuria is renowned for its efficiency and innovation, integrating advanced technology, and low-carbon solutions into the energy value chain…
Colorado Finding Ways to Promote Employee-Owned Businesses
More Colorado businesses are converting to employee-owned models with the direct support of an office within the state’s Office of Economic Development and International Trade…
Colorado Sees Continued Growth in Electric Vehicle Sales
Colorado lags only California in sales in second quarter of 2024. It bucks national trends. But can this momentum be sustained?
REAL ESTATE: The Riley Report
Every market is different. Currently, the Pagosa market is more of a buyer’s market…
LPEA Seeking Focus Group Participants
Are you a member of La Plata Electric Association (LPEA)? We want to hear from YOU…
CHAMBER NEWS: Small Business Development Center Free Consult Day
The SBDC has a cadre of professionals to help you with a variety of business issues. Looking to write a business plan? Mary can help you get started…
BIG PIVOTS: Agrivoltaics in Our Future, Part Two
As a practical matter, nearly every solar project will be built relatively close to a transmission line. Transmission can cost $1 million a mile to build…
BIG PIVOTS: Agrivoltaics in Our Future, Part One
Many solar developers submit proposals to northern Colorado jurisdiction with explicit plans for agricultural production…
Tri-State Generation selected in USDA Empowering Rural America Program
“This critical USDA investment will help us achieve the affordable, reliable clean energy future that we Coloradans deserve…”
Riff Raff Brewing Company Announces Closing of Original Downtown Location
RRBC will consolidate operations to its riverside location at Riff Raff on the Rio at 356 East Pagosa Street…
Application Period for LPEA Solar Farm Extended for Qualified Customers
“You never know what you’re going to get when you launch a new program and we’re so excited about Sunnyside’s success…”
Natural Grocers Celebrates Partnership with Rodale Institute, Organic Agriculture Movement
Every year, Rodale Institute welcomes a select group of students to its headquarters to train for careers in regenerative organic agriculture…
LETTER: Mountain Dew, the Beverage Seeking to Own Mountain Time
For those looking to unlock endless adventures in the Mountain Time Zone, Mountain Dew is here to answer the call…
Free Digital Training for Main Street Businesses
As part of our membership, Main Street America offers free virtual and on-demand small business training through its Small Biz Digital Trainers program…
PAGOSA FARMERS MARKET: Featuring GrassRoots Meats
GrassRoots offers 100% grass fed beef, 100% grass fed lamb, all natural pork and organic chicken…
US Credit Card Debt Continues to Rise
“People who rely on credit cards and other forms of borrowing to finance all sorts of things in their lives… they’re really hurting because interest rates are really high…”
Kroger Sues FTC in Attempt to Block In-House Review of Proposed Albertsons Merger
The $24.6 billion deal, one of the largest retail mergers ever proposed, has been opposed by labor unions and consumer advocates…