Colorado lawmakers passed stronger voter protections this year in anticipation of federal rollbacks of the Voting Rights Act of 1965…
ELKHORN FIRE UPDATE: August 3
The Elkhorn Fire north of Durango has estimat4ed on Sunday at 298 acres, with containment at about 50%…
Corporation for Public Broadcasting Plans to Close Its Doors
The announcement came just one day after a major Senate appropriations bill omitted funding for the nonprofit that funds public media…
Colorado’s ‘Bustang’ Bus System Celebrates 10 Years
“This past year, Bustang served almost four times its initial customer base… helping to reduce traffic congestion…with a cleaner alternative…”
PHOTO ESSAY: Opening of the 2025 County Fair
The kids blow-up barrel race is just hilarious…
EDITORIAL: A Few Words from Harrison Ford, Part One
Another group of people who dedicate their careers to telling ‘stories’ about our society are movie actors…
CRIA Announces ‘The Chaco Phenomenon’ Lecture Series in August
Each lecture will feature a distinguished expert in Southwestern archaeology and anthropology…
READY, FIRE, AIM: My Bedroom Decluttering Research, with No Regrets
I had honestly never imagined that I would end up regretting my attempts to declutter my bedroom…
Lickety-Split and Thingamajig Theatre Company Announce ‘Sketch Comedy 101’
This class is open and available to anyone, regardless of experience level…
DEVIL MOUNTAIN CHRONICLES: Words and Phrases Commonly Misused, Part Two
Today, a few more of those problematic words and phrases…
‘Wings’ Fundraiser to Feature Tethered Balloon Rides
The Wings end-of-summer fundraiser helps pay tuition for Pagosa Springs families who otherwise could not afford child care…
OPINION: BLM Cutting Public Our of Rulemaking Process
The BLM is rushing to implement the irresponsible changes to oil and gas drilling on public lands required by the reconciliation bill…
‘Tough Enough to Wear Pink’ Rodeo at Archuleta County Fair, Tomorrow
The fair rodeo and associated activities are being held to raise funds for PSMC’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders…
EDITORIAL: Public Surveys, as a Recreational Activity
Fast forward to 2025, and we find data being collected and analyzed by people who are not, by any stretch of the imagination, statisticians…
Colorado State Budget Facing $1 Billion Shortfall
“This is different than, we’re just slowing our growth,” Ferrandino said. “This is, we don’t have the money to pay our bills…”
READY, FIRE, AIM: Re-igniting the American Dream
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt was elected this month to succeed Colorado Governor Jared Polis as the new chair of the National Governors Association…
ELKHORN FIRE UPDATE: July 30
For the safety of firefighters and the public, fire managers on the San Juan National Forest have issued an area and road closure order…
LIBRARY NEWS: Library Closes for One Week, Starting Monday
We will welcome you back to our temporarily reduced library space via a new entryway on Monday, August 11…
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Senior Conversations, Stretching and Mobility
This is a unique opportunity to connect with others in the Archuleta community, fostering friendships and togetherness. Snacks will be provided….