The “Good Vibe Tribe” invites the Pagosa community to join us for a Christmas Open House for ‘SpiritFire’…
Early Bird Tickets for Pagosa Folk ‘N Bluegrass Festival Go On Sale This Thursday, Dec. 15
KSUT Presents is also excited to announce its preliminary lineup on Thursday, December 15 at 10am…
EDITORIAL: Considering the Town’s Short-Term Rental Fee Study, Part Seven
Archuleta County Community Development Director Pamela Flowers conducted four well-attended public meetings, outlining possible STR regulations that the BOCC might consider…
Leadership Shuffle Underway for Colorado Political Parties?
As Democrats and Republicans in Colorado prepare to choose new party leadership, candidates have begun to emerge…
READY, FIRE, AIM: I Don’t Want to Be Famous
I’m thinking this morning about Britney Spears, the “Princess of Pop”… and a much-sought-after source of celebrity endorsements…
GOAL High School Recognized for Commitment to Educational Transformation
“GOAL teachers and staff are committed to creating the best learning environments possible…”
One Colorado College Steps Up to Deal with COVID ‘Learning Loss’
University of Northern Colorado administrators say they have had to double down on efforts to help freshmen succeed…
Nominations Sought for National Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board
The BLM and USFS have issued a second call for nominations, to fill two vacancies on National Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board…
EDITORIAL: Considering the Town’s Short-Term Rental Fee Study, Part Six
People often harbor mistaken beliefs about the communities they live in, and one of the well-loved myths about Pagosa Springs is that we are a great ski town…
DEVIL MOUNTAIN CHRONICLES: Expiration Dates
Recently I pulled a package of cream cheese out of the inner recesses of the refrigerator…
Migrants Organized on Social Media Before Traveling in Groups to Denver
“Some have arrived through Denver International Airport, some have arrived through buses, some have arrived through personal vehicles…”
HMPRESENTLY: Intoxicating
I’ve been writing about politics and politicians, quite a bit, for a number of reasons…
Colorado Option’s Big Test: Open Enrollment
Plans that don’t meet the target reductions for 2024 premiums — a full 10% below 2021 premiums — will face a rate review hearing…
LETTER: Simple Solutions Won’t Solve the STR Problem
Imposing a 9% Lodgers Tax in Archuleta County — as Steamboat Springs is now doing — does not address the “crowding-out effect” that STRs have on homes traditionally owned by single-family residents…
OPINION: Colorado Leading the Way in Forest Restoration
Executive order from Gov. Polis is a trailblazing first step, but stronger measures are necessary…
Archuleta County Commissioners Accepting Applications for Public Health Task Force
Please be advised that this is a completely voluntary position; members shall receive no compensation for services, but shall be entitled to the necessary expenses…
EDITORIAL: Considering the Town’s Short-Term Rental Fee Study, Part Five
“I think it’s also watered down a little bit, when you look at some of the affordable housing and the swanky-looking condos on Hot Springs Boulevard…”
2nd Annual Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration Set for Dec. 17
The lights will be twinkling, the temperatures dropping, and the spirit of the holidays will fill the air…