“If you want to strangle this part of the state, that’s what you do, just keep increasing the cost of electricity,” she said…
Applications Open August 1 for ‘Canyon of the Ancients’ Artist-in-Residence Program
Whether you paint, sketch, compose, sculpt, take photographs, create pottery, or explore other forms of art, let the beauty of our public lands inspire your work…
EDITORIAL: The Lonely Sheepherder, Part Two
I stopped by to visit the Lonely Sheepherder on Sunday, July 28. He stands on a concrete pedestal beside the walking path…
More Colorado Children Will Get State-Funded Full-Day Preschool Classes
The increase means progress towards one of the state’s original goals for the preschool-for-all program: extra hours for 4-year-olds with the greatest needs…
READY, AIM, FIRE: Waiting at the Door
My cat, Roscoe, will wait quietly at the door for the longest time. He knows I will eventually notice him and let him out (if he’s inside) or in (if he’s outside.)…
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: Ready To Pay More For Your Weather Reports?
Is a tornado or hurricane headed our way, and where should we go… or how much time do we have to get to safety?
New Website Helps You Add a Backyard Cottage in One Click
Cipkar is optimistic about modular construction and says several models of backyard homes can be delivered pre-assembled to your lot…
BOOKISH: The Life of a Writer
Life has changed. Fundamentally. Irrevocably…
As Chair of Governors Association, Jared Polis Has a Plan for Education
“Our initiative will explore how to better evaluate outcomes from state investments in education, and help drive improved outcomes for learners at all stages of their education journey…”
EDITORIAL: The Lonely Sheepherder, Part One
“First of all, I’d like to thank the Town, the Tourism Board and the Arts Council for coming together to make this project happen…”
READY, FIRE, AIM: Losing My Religion
So, reportedly, a lot of Americans — like, 100 million of us? — have lost, or are in the process of losing, our religion…
Cataract Surgery, Explained
Recovery is a crucial part of the process. Generally, it takes about 4 to 6 weeks to fully recover. It’s important to remember not to rub your eyes and take it easy on physical activities…
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Has Expanded
“Our Veterans Crisis Line connects veterans to caring, qualified responders 24/7 — and two years ago, we made it even easier for veterans in crisis…”
Archuleta County Democratic Club Meets Today
The speaker will be Cindi Galabota, executive director of Ruby M. Sisson Library Foundation and Friends…
Colorado Republicans Gather to Discuss Removal of Party Chair
A faction of Colorado Republicans intent on ousting party chair Dave Williams gathered Saturday in a church in Brighton…
Colorado Judge Temporarily Halts Kroger-Albertsons Merger
“I am pleased that Kroger and Albertsons agreed to halt their plans to merge, until the court rules on the state’s lawsuit to permanently block the grocery merger…”
EDITORIAL: No Chip Seal in the Vista Subdivision This Year
Most of the paved sections seemed to be in decent shape; I found only a couple of really bad spots. Most of the numerous gravel streets looked like they’d been recently graded…
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Mid-Season Update
History lovers and railfans will have an opportunity to ride Galloping Goose through the fall colors, September 24 – October 4…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Those Pagosa Pirates
Back in November, a group of Somali pirates in a skiff temporarily hijacked the oil tanker MV Central Park, but were later captured…