Democrats at the Colorado Legislature are increasingly hostile to open government, and they have learned that they will pay little price for drawing a curtain around their work…
READY, FIRE, AIM: The Truth About the Dodo, Revealed
The professor feels that the idea many of us have about the dodo — that it was “this dumpy, slightly stupid bird that kind of deserved to go extinct” — is inaccurate…
Court Rules in Favor of Pueblo Needle Exchange Program
Judge says ordinance passed by Pueblo City Council in May cannot be enforced….
Colorado Abortion Funds Struggle to Cope with Increased Demand
Karen Middleton, president of Cobalt, said the fund’s board originally committed to meeting “every request we’ve received without limits” in fall 2021…
Knights of Columbus Duck Race Set for Tomorrow, Aug. 24
The day will start at noon with music by the Retro Cats; a food court with burgers, hot dogs, chips and drinks; a beer garden…
OPINION: Hunters, Anglers Call for Biden to Designate Dolores River National Monument
Protecting intact habitat for mule deer, elk, and desert bighorn sheep is essential for retaining quality sporting opportunities…
Learn the ABCs of Medicare at Free Introductory Class on Sept. 4
Medicare counselors from SJBAAA are certified by the Colorado State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) and are NOT associated with any health insurance company…
EDITORIAL: Two Views of Pagosa’s Future, Part Two
“Colorado House Bill 24-1300 proposed to create a mandatory wildfire certification program. From my cheap seats, I see this as similar to the septic transfer process…”
STRONG TOWNS: The Housing Market is a Bubble Full of Fraud
Prices are artificially high due primarily to the downstream effects of financialization. Localized supply and demand dynamics are a mess…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Appealing to Women
It’s hard to say exactly what my ex-wife Darlene found appealing about me, so many years ago. It couldn’t have been my vast wealth…
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Gratitude to Local Farmers for Supplying Produce for Seniors
During the visit, we had the opportunity to see all the beautiful gardens and high tunnels growing with a bounty of fresh seasonal vegetables…
Four Corners Folk Festival Still Seeking Volunteers
We depend upon each and every one of our volunteers to keep the festival running smoothly. In all positions you will be dealing with the public, so friendliness is a top requirement…
US Credit Card Debt Continues to Rise
“People who rely on credit cards and other forms of borrowing to finance all sorts of things in their lives… they’re really hurting because interest rates are really high…”
Do’s & Don’t of Watering with Healthy Archuleta This Saturday
Come learn from fellow gardeners about how our gardens are fairing with heat…
LIBRARY NEWS: Back-to-School Resources Available for Students of All Ages
As school reconvenes after the summer break, we want to be sure you know that your library has a multitude of resources for students of all ages…
EDITORIAL: Two Views of Pagosa’s Future, Part One
Over the past couple of decades, forestry professionals have adopted the perspective that periodic wildfire is an essential feature of healthy forests…
TRAVELING TO DIE: The Latest Form of Medical Tourism
“I really wanted to take control over how I left this world,” said the 61-year-old who lives in Lancaster. “I decided that this was an option for me…”
Kroger Sues FTC in Attempt to Block In-House Review of Proposed Albertsons Merger
The $24.6 billion deal, one of the largest retail mergers ever proposed, has been opposed by labor unions and consumer advocates…
READY, FIRE, AIM: An Unexpected Vacation in Space
Would you climb aboard a Boeing airplane if they told you your odds of making it home alive were 1-in-270?