We’re discussing the reasons why a local government might seek voter approval for a general obligation bond…
Trump Administration Shutters U.S. Agency for International Development
“We are not going to let this injustice happen. Congress created this agency with the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961…”
READY, FIRE, AIM: I’m Actually More Humble than People Think
“Humble people are seen as more trustworthy, better team players, and even more effective leaders. Yet most of us can’t stop bragging…”
Wolf Creek Ski Area Hosting 85th Anniversary Photo Contest
As part of its 85th Anniversary celebration, Wolf Creek Ski Area is sponsoring a photography competition, to be displayed at the Prospector Grill…
Feds Say ‘No Plans’ for Immigrant Concentration Camps at Colorado’s Fort Buckley
“There’s no doubt in my mind that being asked to add a mission like this would absolutely have an impact on our core national security missions…”
‘Easy Enrollment’ Available Through Colorado Connect for Health
Residents who are uninsured, eligible for financial assistance, are urged to call ACPHD health navigator, Madeline Sutton…
White House Cuts Off ‘New ERA’ Funding to Colorado Electric Cooperatives
Will the money eventually arrive? Donald Trump in his first days as president ordered a freeze on distribution of funds…
EDITORIAL: Taxpayer Participation vs. Certificates of Participation, Part Three
It would appear that nearly all of the “New Schools” were funded at least partly by Lease-Purchase arrangements…
Colorado Would Be Hard Hit By Tariffs on Canadian Oil
Colorado’s only oil refinery, located in Commerce City, processes crude oil from several regions, including Canada…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Taking the ‘Society’ Out of Society
No doubt the developers of the Society apartments, outside of Las Vegas, Nevada, thought they had the right idea…
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: Attacks On FEMA Following Hurricane Helene
Now we’re hearing that folks in Washington want to replace FEMA with state-level agencies. That would be a bigger disaster…
Archuleta County Nonprofits Invited to Apply for 19th Hole Concert Series Grants
The Community Foundation serving Southwest Colorado has announced its Annual 19th Hole Concerts Series grant opportunity for Archuleta County nonprofits…
A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW: A Senatorial Circus
It’s easy to laugh at them. Unfortunately it’s also a sad reflection of our hyper-partisan politics…
BOOKISH: Artificial Intelligence
My writing group ran out of stuff to talk about. You wouldn’t think that could happen…
EDITORIAL: Taxpayer Participation vs. Certificates of Participation, Part Two
Judging by election results going back to 2010, our community is supportive of tax increases… if the money will be used to upgrade existing buildings…
PLPOA Plans Additional Informational Meetings to Address Gymnasium Questions
“Instructions and voter codes were sent out Monday, January 27, 2025. The window to vote will stay open through 11:30am on March 1, 2025…”
‘Solas’ Brings Irish Music Traditions to Durango Feb. 13
The Boston Globe has praised them as “the finest Celtic ensemble this country has ever produced…”
READY, FIRE, AIM: A Cartoon in a Cartoon Graveyard
Our readers may wonder why I decided to write about a cryptic hit song from 1986…
Aurora Student Families Wary of School as Immigration Enforcement Threatens Community
“They’re very aware their classrooms are halfway empty,” Murillo said…