At a time of heightened public discourse around the courts and the legal profession, we find it essential to return to the values that unite us…
Democratic Club to Hear About Scenic and Historic Byway at April 7 Luncheon
John Porco is Executive Director of the Tracks Across Borders Scenic and Historic Byway… officially designated by CDOT and NMDOT in 2015…
Applications for Pagosa Chamber Executive Director Position Due Today
The Executive Director salary is a range from $70,000 – $80,000 based on experience and compensation package negotiated…
LETTER: Social Security is Not a Handout
Social Security isn’t a handout — it’s a promise that millions of us Older Americans have paid into, with every paycheck…
EDITORIAL: A Big Fuss About Fire Hydrants, Part Two
“Justin, can I ask you… Is it your understanding that this is PAWSD’s responsibility?”
A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW: Speaking of Pigs, and Democracy, Part Three
“Never underestimate the power of a small group of committed individuals…”
La Plata Electric Association Locks in Affordable, Reliable Energy
Yesterday, La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) board members unanimously approved an agreement with Mercuria Energy America…
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Shout Out of Gratitude to Al Northrup for 6 Years of Service
Al has been a key champion of improving staff wellbeing, supporting increases to livable wages and a modest health benefit stipend…
Pagosa Peak Open School Hiring Teachers for 2025-2026 School Year
Join us in beautiful Pagosa Springs, Colorado, where as a lead elementary teacher you engage students in learning outside the classroom walls…
LIBRARY NEWS: Free Personalized Tax Help on Monday, April 7
Katherine from Vita Tax Help will return to your library to help more patrons with face-to-face sessions…
LETTER: To The Congress of the United States
My heart aches as I witness the deep division that tears at the very fabric of our society…
Outbreaks of Forest Pests Expected During Warm Years
“Trees in Colorado can’t catch a break as our climate becomes warmer and dryer in Colorado,” said Matt McCombs, director of the CSFS…
Colorado Grants Aim to Boost Rural Business in ‘Coal Transition’ Communities
Grants of $15,000, or $25,000 in identified coal transition communities, will support operating expenses for businesses…
‘JJ & The Hooligans’ to Headline Dance Party at Wolf Creek Ski Area
The fun for the final week of the 2024-25 ski season gets underway Saturday, March 29…
EDITORIAL: A Big Fuss About Fire Hydrants, Part One
Sheriff Le Roux reminded his fellow elected officials that the suppression of wildland fires, outside the Fire District, does not typically rely on fire hydrants…
A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW: Speaking of Pigs, and Democracy, Part Two
Following the war of independence of the American colonies from England, each colony became an independent state, a sovereignty unto itself…
Pagosa Charter School Students Shine at ‘Battle of the Books’
“We worked together and encouraged each other,” third-grader Cora Jean said. “Instead of having one person know all the answers, we helped each other…”
READY, FIRE, AIM: Eggs from Turkey… that is, from the Country Named Turkey
Reportedly, Canada has plenty of eggs. For Canadians…
‘Coffeehouse Nite’ at Pagosa Peak Open School, April 3
Suggested donation of $10 includes coffee, tea, and snacks in a casual, alcohol-free atmosphere…