Last week was highly entertaining, if you happen to be a humor columnist who knows how to laugh in the face of impending disaster…
BIG PIVOTS: Not Exactly Driving in Reverse, But…
Colorado has been advancing rapidly toward its goals of having 940,000 EVs on the road…
Celebrating Pride Day, and Pride Month, in Pagosa Springs
On June 3, the Pagosa Springs Town Council had on its agenda a serious document: proclaiming the month of June as Pride Month…
Photography Club Meets This Wednesday, June 11
Our topic this month is “The Decisive Moment” in photography. We will discuss the meaning of this concept and how to capture it…
$9 Billion in Costs to States, Local Governments in 2023 Due to Immigration Surge
Four states — New York, Massachusetts, Illinois, and Colorado — “spent a total of $3.3 billion to provide shelter and related services…”
EDITORIAL: Water Districts Hear Reservoir Proposal at Special Meeting, Part Four
How will Mr. Fricke and his company, Zipper Valley Ranch LLC, make a profit from the proposal?
BIG PIVOTS: The Big, Beautiful Bill vs. Colorado Renewable Energy, Part Two
Solar, he said, has become the lowest cost resource and the fastest dispatching. But it does have a vulnerability, as does wind: variability….
Douglas County Residents Sue County Commission Over Alleged Open Meetings Violations
There is “undisputed evidence,” Zansberg wrote, that the county commissioners had reached a ‘consensus’ before their March 25 meeting…
UU FELLOWSHIP: Going Deeper
Utilizing a variety of resources such as poems, readings, music and reflection, we move towards a mindful practice of deepening our relationship with ourselves and others…
OPINION: Anti-Arab Racism in the U.S.
A central feature of racism is attributing the same characteristics and behaviors to all members of a group, while disregarding individual differences…
Colorado Releases Economic Planning Tool; Seeks Public Comment
The public comment period is open and runs through July 5, 2025…
Savor the Season with Natural Grocers Art of Grilling Event, June 6-8
Enjoy sizzling savings, summer-ready recipes, giveaways and a feel-good way to give back…
EDITORIAL: Water Districts Hear Reservoir Proposal at Special Meeting, Part Three
Zipper Valley is proposing a reservoir sized at about 3,000 acre feet rather than 11,000 acre feet. This size might have multiple benefits for the project…
BIG PIVOTS: The Big, Beautiful Bill vs. Colorado Renewable Energy, Part One
Not much to like in the big, beautiful bill. But then, it’s only half-time. How hard will key Republicans in Senate push back?
LIBRARY NEWS: Special Summer Programs, Every Friday, Start Tomorrow
Every Friday through August 1 we will host special free all-ages events from 1 – 2:30 p.m. with experts leading sessions on different arts and READ MORE
COFFEEHOUSE NIGHT: Live Music, Coffee and Community Tonight at Pagosa Peak Open School
Your $10 donation includes complimentary coffee, tea and snacks, and supports Pagosa’s district-authorized tuition-free charter school…
LETTER: White House Asks Congress to Claw Back Public Media Funding
While Congress has 45 days to consider the proposal, the House is expected to act swiftly, possibly within days…
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: Research into Police-Involved Shootings
If you think this column is a blanket condemnation of law enforcement, you would be mistaken. In many cases, there’s a reason for the police response…