President Biden gave former Representative Liz Cheney (R-WY) the Presidential Citizens Medal for leading the January 6 Committee…
Recycle Your Christmas Trees
There’s already a pile of trees, and signage indicating where to drop off your trees…
EDITORIAL: The PLPOA Leadership Answers Your Questions, Part One
“We need involvement. So I love seeing all the people here tonight…”
OPINION: An Alternative Approach to the PLPOA Gymnasium Plan
The best part about the diversification of the lodging tax is that it does not place a burden on residents of Archuleta County…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Breakfast of Champions
“For all those that want to save TikTok in America, vote Trump,” he declared in an all-caps message on Truth Social….
Amanda Gonzalez, Jefferson County Clerk, Launches Colorado Secretary of State Campaign
Secretary of State in Colorado, elected every four years, also oversees corporation filings, campaign finance and other state administrative functions…
CHAMBER NEWS: Chamber Annual Gala & Community Awards Set for February 7
The Gala is open to the public, especially since we will be honoring community members and organizations that you, the public, have nominated…
The Text of Governor Polis’ 2025 ‘State for the State’ Speech
“We have weathered challenges and risen above, always coming out on the side of freedom…”
LPEA Launches ‘Resolve to Electrify’ Campaign
“As a cooperative, we’re all in this together. By working collectively, we can reduce energy costs and accelerate the adoption of innovative energy technologies…”
As the American Economy Evolves, ‘AI’ Evolves into ‘Marketing’
Without understanding AI’s function and foundation, it’s easy to get lost in the hype cycle, technologists say…
EDITORIAL: Water Speculation, Part Three
It’s difficult to move forward productively, in a legal dispute, when you don’t understand the law…
Proposed Bill to Ease Union Formation Faces Debate in Colorado Legislature
Senate Minority Leader Paul Lundeen said the bill could be an “enormous cost driver” to doing business in the state, because it would create uncertainty…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Yes to Cage-Free Eggs… But No to Anonymous Sperm Donors
Our elected legislators in Denver seem to enjoy nothing more than creating new laws…
A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW: Women in War
Considering Hegseth has served multiple combat tours in the Middle East, I would think his opinions are at least worth hearing…
LIBRARY NEWS: Looking Ahead to 2025
As 2025 begins, we thought it a good time to chat with Barb about her experiences here so far and her priorities for the future…
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Pagosa Springs Scrapbooking & Crafters Club
This creative tradition has been happening since 2005 and we invite all creative individuals to come and share ideas, connect with new and old friends…
‘Durango Wine Experience’ Grant Open to Area Nonprofits
This is the third year Durango Wine Experience has incorporated the grant into the event, which helps support the foundation’s mission…
EDITORIAL: Water Speculation, Part Two
Is the Dry Gulch Reservoir still a ‘boondoggle’? Or has Climate Change changed everything?…
Biden Administration Bans Medical Debt From Credit Scores
The regulations fulfill a pledge by the Biden administration to address the scourge of health care debt…