The forests in Southwest Colorado are part of a fire-adapted ecosystem, which has historically experienced frequent, low-intensity fires on a large scale…
EDITORIAL: Can Our Water Districts Help Solve the Housing Crisis? Part One
At last month’s public hearing, several members of the public urged PAWSD to consider the impacts of an $18,000 cost increase on new workforce housing projects…
Hickenlooper, Bennet Urge Department of Education to Address Problematic Student Aid Form
“We remain concerned about the Department’s plan to address the ongoing error that does not allow for contributors… to complete the FAFSA application…”
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Fresh Produce Available for Older Residents
If you are interested in participating in this FREE fresh produce program, you must meet one of the minimum requirements to be selected…
Danielson Bill to Bolster Colorado’s Workforce Clears Senate
SB24-104 aligns currently siloed education and workforce systems to increase apprenticeships…
Colorado Small Business Development Center Offering Business Consultations in Pagosa
Mary Shepherd offers her services at no charge to those who are interested in what the CSBCD can do to help you start or improve your business…
LIBRARY NEWS: Cardboard ‘Construct-a-thon’ Contest Underway Now
Creative people of all ages are invited to show off your building skills by competing in our free contest that offers prizes…
Colorado Property Tax Deferral Program Enrollment Is Open In All 64 Counties
“Anytime we can keep folks in their homes and help them find tax relief at the same time is a win for Coloradans…”
EDITORIAL: End Tax Cuts for the Wealthy? Part Three
Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has about 500 million social media followers, and earns an estimated $3 million each time he posts his appreciation for a product…
Senator Hickenlooper Proposes Federal Support for Youth Apprenticeship Programs
During the hearing, Hickenlooper and the other senators asked questions about strengthening the partnerships between unions and youth apprenticeship programs…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Modern Romance
About ten years ago, comedian Aziz Ansari and NYU sociologist Eric Klinenberg designed a massive research project, including hundreds of interviews…
Colorado Gun Bills Face First Test in Committee Hearings
Gun rights groups have already promised legal action against any new regulations, bolstered by a 2022 U.S. Supreme Court decision…
Severe Weather Expected to Hit Colorado Starting Today
A major winter storm is expected to arrive in Colorado this afternoon, ending a pattern of warmer weather and bringing a chance of heavy snow…
February ‘Safe2Tell’ Reports Hit Record High, Spotlighting Student Challenges
“Safe2Tell empowers students by offering an anonymous avenue to seek help and support for their classmates, as well as themselves…”
Colorado Lawmakers Approve Bill to Adjust Open Meetings Law for Themselves
On Monday, House Republicans attempted to return the bill to committee for further deliberation…
EDITORIAL: End Tax Cuts for the Wealthy? Part Two
One of the Trump administration’s signature achievements took place in 2017, when the tax on corporate profits was reduced from 35% to 21%…
Colorado Leads on Medical Debt Protections, Amid ‘Out of Control’ Health Care Costs, Part Two
“Medical debt forgiveness is just like an incredibly powerful economic stimulus tool, and it goes right to the people who need it the most…”
Biden’s Budget Calls for Expanded Child Care Credit, Taxes on Wealthy
“We have been asking for support for Ukraine since September. If you can remember, after October 7, we asked for support for Israel…”