This position is a departure from a 1938 Justice Department opinion, which found that presidential monument designations are irrevocable and unchangeable…
EDITORIAL: Town Council Decides Not to Adopt a Metro District Policy, Part One
“I applaud the Council for taking the time to learn about the risks associated with metro districts…”
Anti-ICE Protests March Through Denver
For the second day in a row, Coloradans protested against the mass deportation campaign being carried out by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents across the country…
19th Hole Concerts Continue Tomorrow, Thursday, June 12
The Community Foundation serving Southwest Colorado, in partnership with the Pagosa Springs Golf Club, is sponsoring the second of four 19th Hole Concerts…
READY, FIRE, AIM: TACO Tuesday in a Dead Country
Certain restaurants have been advertising tacos on Tuesday since at least 1933. (In Norway and Sweden, tacos are served on Fridays, I understand….)
Special Father’s Day Event on the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
It’s more than a scenic train ride — it’s a chance for dads to slow down, soak up the beauty of the mountains, and make memories with their families that last…
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: Pell Grants Matter, and Not Just to College Students
“By 2031, 72 percent of jobs in the U.S. will require postsecondary education and/or training…”
Fewer than 1 in 4 Colorado Voters Support Medicaid Cuts
“Politicians are saying that they want to cut Medicaid to make it better, but the poll shows clearly that voters aren’t buying what they’re selling…”
EDITORIAL: Water Districts Hear Reservoir Proposal at Special Meeting, Part Six
President Jones presented what I felt was a reasonably accurate history of the Dry Gulch Reservoir project…
Assessing Colorado Wildfire Risks as Federal Funding Wanes, Part Two
“Many of the organizations are trying to figure out how to pivot and be less reliant on federal funding…”
Thingamajig Theatre’s Production of ‘The Wild Party’ Opens on Friday the 13th
This is not a show that plays it safe. But it is a show that plays it big. And for audiences who crave theater with teeth, drama that dances on the edge…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Count Your Blessings… But Don’t Count on Them
My dad used to say to me, “Don’t count your chickens before they hatch…”
OPINION: Progressive Progress During Colorado’s 2025 Legislative Session
I completed the 2025 bill state-wide signing tour, signing bills passed by Democrats and Republicans during the landmark 2025 legislative session…
Les Schwab Tires Partners with Local Non-Profits to Celebrate Ribbon Cutting
Habitat for Humanity’s 2-axle trailer and Aspen House Pagosa’s Nissan Rogue Sport AWD will both receive top-notch new tires during the grand opening celebration…
LETTER: Thank You to Pagosa Springs Town Council
In the end, you concluded that it was not the right time, not the right fit, and not enough gain to proceed with allowing Metro Districts…
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Tomorrow’s Planned ‘Open House’ Postponed
Archuleta Senior Inc (ASI) is postponing an open house that was scheduled for tomorrow, June 11. Please check this column for future updates…
BOOKISH: Phones, and Books
My cell phone died last week, I told them. Derek and Emily looked up from their own phones. That got their attention…
EDITORIAL: Water Districts Hear Reservoir Proposal at Special Meeting, Part Five
Is SJWCD really interested in “a cooperative planning effort”? We don’t have much evidence yet that such is the case…
Assessing Colorado Wildfire Risks as Federal Funding Wanes, Part One
State and federal collaboration is essential to ensure robust wildfire resilience, but uncertainty over Trump administration priorities undercuts preparedness…