“We’re sitting here in the county with 14,000 people. The median income is $54,000 a year. The ‘Livable Wage’ index for Archuleta County is $92,000 for a family of four…”
Assessing Behavioral Health in Archuleta County
Last Friday, community members, healthcare professionals, and local leaders gathered at Pagosa Springs Medical Center for a pivotal presentation…
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Menu Enhancements at Community Cafe
We have begun offering daily specials following the cultural shift towards more organic, seasonal, and fresh foods…
OPINION: Colorado Small Business Owner Troubled by House Budget Resolution
The resolution’s proposed reckless $2 trillion in spending cuts would have devastating effects on many small business employees…
GOAL High School Visits the Colorado State Capitol
After spending a day at the Capitol, it’s clear that it’s not just the house of the people but the house for all, including students…
LIBRARY NEWS: Middle School Principal to Speak on Phone, Social Media Issues
In today’s world dominated by social media and smart phones, new issues relating to youth mental health have arisen dramatically…
EDITORIAL: The Paradox of Economic Development, Part Four
We want our community to remain the same as it was. But we also want our community to steadily improve and change…
Trumpeter Terence Blanchard Coming to Community Concert Hall in Durango
Grammy-winning trumpeter and composer Terence Blanchard and The E-Collective set to perform on Wednesday, March 5…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Move Fast and Break Things
Our editor defended his choice. “But look at the fangs! Did you know musk deer have actual fangs?…”
Colorado Lawmakers Raise the Minimum Age for Buying Ammunition
The bill now heads to the Senate, where it is sponsored by Sen. Judy Amabile, a Boulder Democrat, and Sen. Cathy Kipp, a Fort Collins Democrat…
LPEA Sponsors Delegates for National Youth Tour in Washington, D.C.
During this immersive week, students will visit key historical sites and engage with elected officials. They will also learn about civic involvement and the electric utility industry…
OPINION: A Despotic Reign
The Republican Party renounced the principles of true republicanism a long time ago…
Learn About CDOT’s Highway 160 Reconstruction Project This Thursday, Feb. 27
“Over the past year and a half, CDOT has worked with and listened to the community as this project has moved forward…”
EDITORIAL: The Paradox of Economic Development, Part Three
I had not heard of HB24-1172, prior to Ms. Lashbrooke’s January 7 presentation. It was signed into Colorado law by Governor Jared Polis last June…
Proposed Colorado Bill Would Cut Restaurant Worker Wages
Members of the House Business Affairs and Labor Committee voted 11-2 in favor of House Bill 25-1208 on Thursday night…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Seven Things to Cut from Your Budget When You Lose Your Job
Contact your creditors. The ones who loaned you money. (I’m not talking about your brother or your father)…
BIG PIVOTS: Putting Lauren Boebert in Perspective
A Democrat and a Republican share their views of the Trump presidency, Colorado’s political shift, and other topics at the Colorado Water Congress…
Training, Hiring Events in March, April
If you have thought of obtaining a new skill in some of the up-and-coming industries, there is no better time…
Senator Bennet Introduces Budget Resolution Amendments on Public Lands, Ukraine, Rural Health
“Senate Republicans have made it clear they are willing to turn their backs on hard-working Americans in order to cut taxes for the wealthiest…”