DC Circuit panel found ‘numerous’ and ‘significant’ NEPA violations in approval of Uinta Basin Railway…
EDITORIAL: How About Some Property Tax Relief?
If the state legislature doesn’t reduce our property tax rates, it could mean hard time ahead, for county governments all across the state…
EDITORIAL: Ride Free on Mountain Transit Express? Part Two
“You know, as Archuleta County goes through our growing pains, I think public transit is of vital importance for our community as a whole…”
READY, FIRE, AIM: Skeptical About Misinformation
When you’re dealing with a skeptical electorate, it helps to have believable misinformation…
Big Game Plan Could Strengthen Protections for Prime Habitat
Draft plan considers alternatives to minimize and mitigate impacts to wildlife habitat, but more needs to be done to achieve its stated purpose…
‘Local Makers Fair’ Scheduled for Tomorrow, Nov. 11, at Pagosa Springs High School
It’s an all-day affair, providing ample time for everyone to explore the wide array of handcrafted goods and immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere…
Colorado Voters Pass Proposition II, Boosting Universal Preschool Program Funding
“It’s great news that voters have decided to dedicate nearly $24 million more per year to universal preschool in Colorado,” House Speaker Julie McCluskie…
‘SUN’ Newspaper, Tourism Board, Hosting Three Holiday Lighting Contests
The contest sponsors aim to enhance the atmosphere around the community, during the numerous festive events taking place in and around Pagosa…
EDITORIAL: Ride Free on Mountain Transit Express? Part One
As of November 1, the MET is now offering “Zero Fares” to military veterans, following a decision last month by the Archuleta Board of County Commissioners…
OPINION: Switch to Cleaner Cars Should Move Faster, in Colorado
Other states have introduced regulations that mandate 100% of new vehicle sales within a timeline…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Space, the Final Frontier
For some people, the word ‘Space’ implies a poorly-lit expanse of nothingness with an occasional asteroid or comet passing by…
WILDFIRES: Update on Trail Springs, Mill Creek
They confirmed that the Trail Springs Fire has not crossed the West Fork of Devil Creek and remains within control features…
Tribal Leaders ask Congress for Help with Fentanyl Crisis
“Give us the criminal jurisdiction to be able to charge them in tribal court, so we’re able to hold them in our jails,” Kirk said…
LIBRARY NEWS: New Great Stories Club to be Re-Scheduled
Teens can sign up just for the sessions that interest them, based on the subject matter of the book being discussed, or for all four…
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Classes, Clubs, Conversations, and Cafe
Join us for lunch starting at 11:30 am at the Senior Center on November 14 as US Forest Service employee Kevin Conwell talks about his backcountry travels…
Elks Club Scholarship Applications Due By Nov. 13
The 500 national winners will be announced in April 2024…
PHOTO ESSAY: Remebrances at ‘Dia de los Muertos’ Dance Party
The intergenerational family friendly event featured a beautifully handmade community ofrenda loaded with pictures of departed loved ones, music and Spanish tunes…
EDITORIAL: Preliminary Election Results, and Outlook
When I checked the Colorado Secretary of State website, sure enough, Prop HH had been defeated by a sizable margin…