“It’s a tough deal. And, you know, we in government have probably caused some of these problems, too, and now we’re asking the taxpayers to help bail these same people out…”
Category: Community
Ruby Sission Library Adjusts to COVID Limitations
By the time you read this, Archuleta County will have moved to Level Red. You may be wondering what that means for the Ruby Sisson Library…
LETTER: An Appeal to Pagosa’s Church Leaders
Church leaders must rise up to encourage people to keep their faith. Pastors must reach out to those who are alone…
‘Space Mysteries’ Calendars Now on Sale
The ‘Deep Space Mysteries’ calendars are an exceptional gift for yourself or some other lucky person during this COVID Pandemic…
OBITUARY: Jesus Jose Villalobos
Jesus enjoyed spending time with his family and loved ones. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him…
EDITORIAL: Happy Thanksgiving… or Maybe Not
“Historically, Thanksgiving celebrates the generosity and assistance Native American tribes provided to English colonists from the Mayflower…”
Have a Healthy & Safe Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is one of the most delicious days of the year, and a wonderful time to celebrate the people closest to you…
LEAP Offering Winter Heating Assistance for Low-income Families
LEAP helps families, individuals and older adults pay a portion of home heating costs through a federally funded, onetime heating assistance benefit…
‘Early Thanksgiving’ at Loaves & Fishes This Thursday, Nov. 19
The annual feast, offered free to the public will include roasted turkey, savory dressing, mashed potatoes, green beans and pie…
‘Lighting Contest’ Applications Due Tomorrow, November 18
For the residents of Archuleta County, a competition will be held to test their creativity. Cash awards will be issued…
‘Shop with a Cop’ Accepting Donations for 2020 Christmas Event
This year the FOP Lodge 8 will again be hosting a one-day event in Durango and a one-day event in Pagosa Springs…
It’s Winter Driving Time
Just as you need to get used to your sea legs when sailing, you need to be ready for snow when driving and how your vehicle will respond to different surface textures…
Water Conservancy Invites Public Participation in Budget Decision
We have developed our proposed 2021 budget to be used to set the framework for activities that we will implement in the accomplishment of our mission….
Christmas Tree Permits Available Online from San Juan National Forest
“For many families, venturing into a National Forest to cut their Christmas tree for the holidays is a treasured tradition carried on for generations…”
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…