Maybe a temporary fix is all we can expect…
OPINION: A New Era for Conservation in Colorado?
The Public Lands Rule is a step in the right direction. But it could be an empty gesture if the Bureau of Land Management fails to fulfill its spirit…
Archuleta County Announces Strategic Planning Process; Seeks Community Input
“Strategic Planning for Archuleta County is going to be a game changer,” said BOCC Chair Veronica Medina. “I am excited to get this process started…”
Animal Welfare, Conservation Groups Announce Intent to Sue in Wake of Wolf’s Killing
The coalition is now awaiting the expiration of the 60-day notice period before filing their lawsuit in federal court…
BOOKISH: I Know This One
The thing I know is poetry. I believe I have arrived at this knowledge honestly…
LIBRARY NEWS: Two Free Events for Children’s Book Day/El Dia de los Ninos
Tomorrow, Friday, April 26 from 2-3:30 p.m., all ages are invited to the library to start creating your entry in a fun book art contest…
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Series of Events Will Celebrate Older Americans
In the spirit of collaboration, we invite local organizations to partner with us in hosting events that foster connections…
US House Speaker Mike Johnson Confronts Anti-War Protesters at Columbia University
“The House has been investigating a number of these campuses,” Johnson said. “There is a nexus to federal funding…”
EDITORIAL: A Tribute to the Beatles, for Education
Since opening its doors in September 2017, Pagosa Peak Open School has grown into an intimate K-8 school, operating in a large former office building…
World, National Champion Cyclists to Offer Gear at Durango Devo Bike Swap
“The smiles on kids’ and adults’ faces when they walk out with their new ride is priceless,” added Haggart…
READY, FIRE, AIM: The Wonderful NPR Joy Generator
Unfortunately, I didn’t find out about the NPR “Joy Generator” until last week. Meaning that I could have been a lot happier these past couple of years…
Garden Tea Party Celebrates Ruby Sisson Library Volunteers
Library volunteers help with many important tasks including shelving, program preparation, garden maintenance and more…
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Update from Habitat Archuleta
Maddie said that on their days off and after work, the crew also volunteered at the food pantry…
LETTER: A Bargain is Not Necessarily a Bargain
Buying something you aren’t sure you need, or how you might use… simply because it’s “a bargain”… doesn’t sound to me like smart stewardship of public resources…
OPINION: Sen. Bennet Comments on Passage of National Security Aid Package
“We have had a long, tough battle to stand-up for democracy around the world and support the courageous people of Ukraine…”
OPINION: Bold Solutions Needed, to Roll Back Taxes
Colorado taxpayers will quickly understand that this last-minute measure will not come close to providing the relief from soaring property taxes…
PPOS Middle-Schoolers Join Community Conversations on Native American Boarding Schools
“The first Indian boarding school was close to Durango,” said one fifth-grader, referring to an Indian Boarding School constructed in Hesperus…
EDITORIAL: Town Council Considers $850,000 Property Purchase, Part Four
About half an hour into the meeting, the Council began discussing the ‘second reading’ of Ordinance 1004…