Although this is a town issue, the resolution of it may impact the entire county financially, so it is important that we have all the correct facts…
OPINION: The Deafening Silence of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee
A growing number of Jews around the world have become increasingly appalled by the Netanyahu government’s war crimes in Gaza…
‘Wednesday Wine Walk’ Tonight in Downtown Pagosa
This month’s Wine Walk is made possible thanks to the Pagosa Mountain Rotary Club…
EDITORIAL: The Truth About County Road & Bridge, Part Two
Attorney Ingalls seems to be saying that old promises and resolutions may not be the final word on road maintenance…
Archuleta County Fair Starts Tomorrow, July 31
Entertainment and educational events await you… 4-H livestock shows, musical performances, craft displays and exhibits of every kind, and outdoor events…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Ain’t We Got Fun?
I’ve been thinking lately about all the fun I had as a kid, and wondering why things have changed…
Colorado Joins Lawsuit Challenging Federal Defunding of Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood received more than $800,000 in federal and state Medicaid funding in fiscal year 2023…
OPINION: Educating All Americans for Success
“The legacy Gov. Jared Polis wants to leave behind is a roadmap for educating the next generation…”
ELKHORN FIRE: Public Meeting Tonight at Animas Valley Elementary
Presenters will include representatives from La Plata County, Durango Fire and Rescue, the San Juan National Forest, and San Juan Type 3 Incident Management Team…
Colorado to Receive Remaining Education Funds Withheld by Trump Admistration
“While I am thrilled this funding has been returned to our students, this uncertainty created significant chaos for families and schools…”
EDITORIAL: The Truth About County Road & Bridge, Part One
All of these [paving projects] were done in three months… our season starts essentially in May, so… it’s a lot to get done in three months…”
Final Month to Enjoy Thingamajig Theatre’s Exciting Summer Season
The professional repertory company has dazzled audiences all summer long with a rotating lineup of three hit productions…
HIGHWAY 160 RECONSTRUCTION UPDATE: Week of July 28-August 2
The project is about to hit a major milestone with concrete paving work beginning on Monday, July 28…
READY, FIRE, AIM: How to Help Your Child Retire with $1 Million
“And it’s the task of our government to make it easier for young moms and dads to afford to have kids, to bring them into the world…”
CHAMBER NEWS: Tickets for Colorfest Now on Sale
The summer is flying by, and fall is right around the corner. The Chamber just announced tickets available for the NEW Grillin’ and Distillin’ event READ MORE
Polis and McMahon Discuss Public School Funding at Governors’ Conference
The panel discussion started shortly after the Trump administration said it plans to release about $5 billion in federal K-12 school funds that have been frozen…
ELKHORN FIRE UPDATE: July 28
The Elkhorn Fire, burning north of Durango in dense scrub oak, grew to about 314 acres overnight and is 0% contained. The fire is moving READ MORE
GIFFORDS PAC Endorses Senator Hickenlooper for Reelection
“Senator Hickenlooper has been a champion for gun safety since day one, leading strong efforts to keep his state safe from senseless violence…”
LPEA Monitoring Wildfire Activity
“LPEA is taking all necessary precautions to protect lives and property while keeping the lights on as long as it is safe to do so…”