Commissioner Brown agreed to take on oversight of Development Services, and agreed that the meeting with the builders and developers was “incredibly encouraging…”
Colorado Special Session Sends First Set of Bills to Governor
Four of five revenue-raising bills clear Legislature as lawmakers continue work…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Brains Like Sponges?
Trump says making English the national language promotes ‘unity’ and ‘a more cohesive and efficient society…’
Colorado Legislature Passes Bill to Fund Reimbursements for Planned Parenthood
“Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains is an essential, irreplaceable piece of Colorado’s primary and reproductive health care system…”
HIGHWAY 160 RECONSTRUCTION UPDATE: Week of August 25-30
Curb and gutter and sidewalk paving may occur day or night. Pedestrian detours should be expected…
LPEA Providing Safer, More Reliable Power in Los Ranchitos
Over the past five years, Los Ranchitos has experienced more vegetation-related power outages than any other neighborhood in our service territory…
Geothermal Greenhouse Partnership to Resume ‘Breakfast with Balloons’ Event
This year we resume our cherished tradition as once again balloons will rise from mid-downtown as part of ColorFest…
Forest Service Announces Permanent Fire Positions for 2026
Hiring window open on USAJOBS between August 22, 2025 – September 24, 2025…
EDITORIAL: County Government on a Roller Coaster Ride, Part Three
Commissioner Medina asked her fellow commissioners which departments they wish to help supervise…
Sip, Stroll, and Support Local Businesses This Wednesday
Come for the wine and the social scene… stay for the businesses… and be part of the community effort…
READY, FIRE, AIM: On the Shortness of Life
“The majority of mortals, Paulinus, complain bitterly of the spitefulness of Nature, because we are born for a brief span of life…”
OPINION: Western Slope Facing Health Care Affordability Crisis
Health insurance affordability is not just policy — it’s a deeply human issue…
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: The Shape of the River, for Higher Education
In his sermon, Rev. Brown spoke of the river pilots having to navigate their way through total darkness…
‘Tuesday Night Market’ Continues at Higher Grounds Coffee
Tomorrow night, we will feature music by Sweet River from 5-7pm. Bob the Wine Guy will be serving wine outside as well…
Colorado Lawmakers Change Funding for Health Insurance Bill in Special Session
This story by Sara Wilson appeared on Colorado Newsline on August 24, 2025. Lawmakers now want to sell additional tax credits instead of borrowing from READ MORE
Advocates Join Campaign to Keep Parks Public
Grand Junction event highlights threats to local public lands, and calls on Coloradans to speak up…
EDITORIAL: County Government on a Roller Coaster Ride, Part Two
The builders who spoke at the special meeting didn’t express any particular affection for the way the County has been running its Development Services Department…
Colorado Legislature Gives Initial Approval to Several Bills As Special Session Begins
Colorado is legally required to have a balanced state budget, so lawmakers must figure out a way to get back to a balanced bottom line…
PHOTO ESSAY: Great Performances at ‘Dancing with the Pagosa Stars’
Last Saturday a substantial VIP crowd enjoyed a delicious meal, libations, good company and great performances…