“The Planning Commission shall evaluate the applicant’s sketch plan application to determine whether the proposed subdivision complies with all applicable … design standards…”
DEVIL MOUNTAIN CHRONICLES: Ode to My Friend, the Late, Great Kirk James
Backing up Kirk was fun — about as much fun you can have with your clothes on. And, man, could that boy play…
Saturday Concert at Yamaguchi Park Features ‘Blessing Chimanga Experience’
Leading the night is The Blessing Chimanga Experience, bringing energetic African rhythms and virtuosic marimba performances…
READY, FIRE, AIM: When Hearing Aids Shock Us
I’m getting to that age where I could probably benefit from hearing aids…
Vets, Rotary to Host Free Pancake Breakfasts, September 6 & 7
Vets 4 Vets has been hosting the event for the last 3 years and Rotary Club of Pagosa Springs is joining forces with them this year…
CPW Distributes Human-Bear Conflict Reduction Grants
These grants provide funding for local communities, municipalities, businesses and nonprofit organizations working to create innovative ways to reduce human-bear conflict…
Governor Polis Orders Spending Cuts Following Special Legislative Session
The spending reductions primarily hit health care, higher education and state grant programs…
Attorney General Issues Alert After Wage Theft Retaliation Reports
While the attorney general’s office does not represent individuals, the attorney general can investigate suspected worker rights violations…
LETTER: Too Many Rules and No One Enforcing Them
For some reason, only New Mexico and Texas residents who come to our “beautiful” area for whatever reason are allowed to do the following…
‘Startup Colorado’ Partners with ‘Belonging Colorado’ to Launch Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator
“This partnership will show how collaboration and thoughtful planning can make Colorado a leader in inclusive economic development…”
EDITORIAL: ‘Pagosa West’ Makes Some New, But Vague, Promises, Part Two
I’ve been reporting on subdivision approvals in Pagosa Springs since 2005, and I have never seen a subdivision proposal so lacking in useful information…
States Fast-track Renewable Energy Permits to Beat Federal Deadline
Renewable energy developers and state leaders nationwide are racing to start construction on wind and solar projects before the expiration of federal tax credits…
Thingamajig Theatre Teen Program Auditions Scheduled for Tuesday, September 2
The ThingamaWHO’s fall program includes dance, vocal and acting lessons in the format of putting on a production of ‘Beetlejuice JR…’
READY, FIRE, AIM: The Ring! Her Dress! His Shorts!
“Few celebrity engagements in modern history, save for those of the royals (and even then only some), can stop a news cycle in its tracks the way this one has…”
OPINION: A Simple Solution to a Health Care Calamity
While Republicans at the federal level have plunged our market into chaos, insurers must still be held accountable for their pricing…
LETTER: A Heartbreaking Interview
I am appalled that my country stands by and witnesses the slaughter. Is this what is meant by “American exceptionalism”?
LIBRARY NEWS: An Ideal Back-to-School Gift
Do you know the value of a home library for your youngsters?…
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: The Gift of Aging
ASI will have a guest speaker on Thursday, September 25, when Marcy Houle will present the topic of The Gift of Aging…
Health Services to be Offered at Health Fair & Expo, October 4
There will be a delicious farm-to-table lunch again this year, prepared with locally sourced meats and produce…