A festive evening was held on Friday, February 5, where residents and businesses of Pagosa Springs were honored at the annual Chamber Gala…
EDITORIAL: Considering the Definition of ‘Excellent Schools’, Part Three
We’re going to talk about math scores in modern American schools. But I’m illustrating the article with a painting by Cima da Conegliano, c. 1515.
BIG PIVOTS: NREL vs. ‘Drill-Baby-Drill’
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden has 3,675 employees. It’s known around the world…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Not Exactly Pinnochio and the Whale
Adrián had started to think how he might survive inside the humpback whale “like Pinocchio” — then the creature spat him back out… — from READ MORE
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: When Presidents Grab Territories, or Give Them Their Independence
Perhaps it’s part of showing that we’re not like all of the colonizers and other empires, but a different kind of nation worthy of respect…
NEWS BEHIND THE NEWS: No Leaks Necessary
A Denver TV station made national news this week for its coverage of local ICE raids under the new Trump administration…
LETTER: Protest at the Pagosa Bell Tower Today at Noon
This is a national protest, happening in state capitols and rural towns, across the U.S….
Audit Raises Questions about Colorado Metro Districts’ Financial Health
Metro districts help fund new development, such as the planned Colorado Aerotropolis, but sometimes they can mean extra liability for homeowners and businesses…
EDITORIAL: Considering the Definition of ‘Excellent Schools’, Part Two
“One of the main levers the board has for ensuring improvement in student achievement is to make sure we do everything we can to attract and retain great teachers…”
Colorado Senator Bennet Urges Democrats to ‘Select Our Battles’
“I have some doubt in my mind whether a blanket approach, that’s also here guaranteed to be a losing approach, is the smart thing to do strategically…”
Join LPEA for ‘Coffee with Chris’ Events
These informal gatherings are an opportunity to engage with CEO Chris Hansen, ask questions, and learn more about the cooperative’s 2025 operational plan
Quakers, Other Religious Groups Challenge ICE Raids in Places of Worship
“You’re asking for something that extends across the country,” Chuang said…
SENIOR CENTER UPDATE: Friday Snow Day
Fine Food & Wine Pairing scheduled for today has been postponed due to weather. Guests will be contacted and please share this update…
UU Fellowship to Consider ‘The End is Never the End’
“No matter what, there is a mess to clean up, all around you… just because hope seems to be gone does not mean hope is at an end…”
EDITORIAL: Considering the Definition of ‘Excellent Schools’, Part One
“The latest Nation’s Report Card will surely cause hand-wringing and probably finger-pointing, but none of that will help our kids…”
READY, FIRE, AIM: Raised on Robbery… or Bribery, as the Case May Be…
Stopping the enforcement of the law “is going to mean a lot more business for America…”
A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW: Claiming My Share of USAID Grants
Because USAID was created by and Executive Order, it can be abolished with one…
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Community Vaccine Clinic Slated for Mid-March at Senior Center
This clinic will be open to community members of all ages and will take place in the CDPHE vaccine van parked outside the Pagosa Senior Center…
LIBRARY NEWS: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
One of the greatest gifts you can give your babies and toddlers is to sign them up for a free early literacy reading program…