“For many families, venturing into a National Forest to cut their Christmas tree for the holidays is a treasured tradition carried on for generations…”
Category: Community
Archuleta School District Announces 2 COVID Cases, Free Testing Clinic Today
“We are working directly with San Juan Basin Public Health officials to address the cases in our schools. Archuleta School District will continue to follow all COVID-19 related safety procedures as outlined by CDPHE…”
Colorado Offering ‘Recovery’ Technical Assistance to Rural Communities
The State of Colorado is excited to share an opportunity for rural Colorado communities to form regional teams and receive technical assistance for accelerated recovery from COVID-19…
Colorado Energy Assistance Program Helps Households Heat in Winter
“By easing the strain of heating bills on households, families and individuals don’t have to make a choice between buying groceries or critical medications…”
Delta County Food Partnership Receives USDA Grant
“”Agriculture is the largest industry in Region 10. In order to sustain this industry, we have to find ways to make it more profitable…”
EDITORIAL: The Glue that Holds Everything Together
This past year, it seemed like everything, and everyone, was coming unglued. The economy was coming unglued. Politicians of all stripes were coming unglued. Our healthcare system was coming unglued…
ESSAY: Gather Round the Table
So, how do we get people in 21st-century society “back to the table,” in both the literal and figurative sense, especially in the middle of a pandemic…?
USDA Now Hiring Forest Service Temporary Positions
We look for dedicated individuals from all walks of life, of all abilities, to join our workforce. Apply for our temporary jobs and make a long-lasting impact on the world…
Free ‘Community Closet’ Event on November 7
Needed are all sizes of gloves, hats, but especially boys’ and girls’ warm winter clothes and coats from Newborn – 6, all sizes of snow boots and snow/ski pants…
The Many Impacts of Domestic Violence
If you need help because you are in an abusive relationship, Rise Above Violence is here. You can get help 24/7 through our hotline at 970-264-9075…
Habitat for Humanity Chooses ‘Legislators of the Year’
“As our country and state look at advancing racial equity, we need more policy makers like Representative Bird and Senator Coram to prioritize affordable homeownership to help decrease the wealth gap…”
‘Art Above Violence’ Goes Virtual for 2020
Once you purchase your ticket you will be sent information on how to see the art, how to bid on the art, and the day before the show you will be sent information about how to watch…
OPINION: When Eagerness to Help Creates a Dysfunctional Town
I was at a city council meeting where a resident showed up to complain about a neighbor who wasn’t bringing their garbage can in quickly enough after pickup day….
New ‘Community in Conversation’ Book Discussion Group Launching
“We hope to include anyone in Pagosa Springs who wants to have a deeper conversation about the challenges we all face in these turbulent times…”
‘Worship in the Mountains’ Offers Spiritual Relief This Weekend
June Marquez and The Three of Us will kick off the event Friday at 6pm with old time gospel favorites….
GGP’s ‘Breakfast IN a Balloon’ Event Runs Today Through Sunday
The ‘Breakfast IN a Balloon’ event starts today, Thursday, September 17 and runs through Sunday, September 20. Tickets are still available….
San Juan Stargazers to Hold Members-only Meeting on Sept. 17
We are meeting outdoors, at a member’s home. When you arrive, your temperature will be taken by a nurse as you sign in for contact tracing. Bring your mask for times when needed and hand sanitizer will be available…
Save the Date for ‘Art Above Violence’
With so many fundraising events cancelled for the year Rise is always looking for way to engage the community and raise much needed funds…
St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church Annual Clothing Giveaway
We will begin collecting clothes on Saturday, September 19 at 9am in our church parking lot. We will continue to collect on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, September 21, 22 and 23 from 9am to 12pm…