“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…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Why I Hate Social Security
I’m not going to blame FDR and the Democrats who created Social Security in 1935…
Special Showing of Film ‘Suffragette’ on August 26
At the “Votes for Women” event August 26 at Liberty Theatre, you can celebrate women making history with a special screening…
Remote Control Airplane Event Will Benefit Wings Early Childhood Center, Tomorrow
The Wings end-of-summer fundraiser helps Wings Early Childhood Center provide high-quality child care and tuition subsidies…
Pagosa UU Fellowship Looks Ahead
As we move slowly towards equal days and nights, there seems to be a shift; cooler perhaps, and an invitation to spend some time noticing…
Humane Society to Hold Annual Auction
Guests will enjoy a fun and unforgettable evening featuring an adorable pet fashion show, a delicious variety of hearty small plates, one complimentary drink…
EDITORIAL: County Government on a Roller Coaster Ride, Part One
“From the information that I received from staff, the County Manager is going to be resigning. So we won’t need to go into executive session…”
BIG PIVOTS: Dim View of Colorado River Too Optimistic? Part Two
“Everybody’s pretty much accepted that we’ve got to come up with a new formula for dividing the river…”
Colorado General Assembly Opens Its Special Session
The session — the third special session called in as many years — will likely last until early next week as legislators find solutions to plug a budget hole…
CHAMBER NEWS: A Time for Learning and a Time for Fun
We will have master grillers and backyard grillers; we just need you to come out and enjoy all the amazing and delicious BBQ…
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Gratitude For First Responders
Evacuations and pre-evacuations were ordered. Were you ready? Seniors can show their gratitude by being prepared for wildfires and other emergencies…