The size of the reservoir grew from its original design of 4,000 acre-feet — about three times the size of Lake Hatcher — to 12,500 acre-feet… and then to 32,000 acre-feet…
OPINION: In Colorado GOP Leadership Battle, It’s ‘Civil War’
Last week, the party’s executive body ordered the creation of an investigative committee, with members to be appointed by Williams…
Colorado Property Tax Reductions Not Helping Renters
Experts told Colorado’s property tax commission on Thursday that rate cuts and tax decreases don’t often translate into savings for renters…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Saving America, One Joke at a Time
Ms. Petri joked about her newspaper deciding not to endorse a candidate…
A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW: Trump’s Brilliant Political Stunt
Are those analogies silly? Of course! That’s the point — which many of Harris’ supporters completely miss…
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: Did the Inflation Reduction Act WorK?
The economy in general, and inflation in particular, have been listed as key election issues for 2024…
‘Call Your Mother Tour’ Concert in Durango Rescheduled
Known for their chart-topping, multi-platinum singles, including the hit anthem “Best Day of My Life,” American Authors have achieved global recognition…
LETTER: Colorado, Vote Your Conscience on Prop 127
Thirty years ago, Colorado’s wildlife agency developed and applied standards “consistent with public expectations for humane treatment of animals…”
OPINION: How’s Your Mental Health?
The fact that women experience trauma at a rate double digits higher than men, should not go unnoticed…
Archuleta County Invites Residents to Participate in ‘Housing Needs’ Survey
The County’s tourism-driven economy further strains the housing market, as vacation rentals often compete with long-term rental units…
EDITORIAL: Significant Digits at Pagosa Springs Medical Center, Part Three
“He is a very talented surgeon. I’ve operated with him, and he’s the nicest guy in the world. I don’t know how you can beat that…”
READY, FIRE, AIM: The View from the Neighbors’ Window
Some might say, it’s really none of their business. But ‘business’ nowadays has a way of crossing the border…
A Letter from Bonnie Runyan to the People of Pagosa
EDITOR’S NOTE: This letter discusses a decision to commit suicide…
Investigation into Multiple Fraudulent Ballots Submitted in Mesa County
“It appears that as of now approximately a dozen voters in Mesa County had their ballots intercepted…”
Medicare Drug Plans Are Getting Better Next Year. Some Will Also Cost More.
Another provision of the law allows beneficiaries to pay for drugs on an installment plan…
Text to Colorado Voters Falsely Suggests Teachers Union Chief Supports Amendment 80
“They are blatantly misrepresenting the position of myself and thousands of teachers across the state…”
EDITORIAL: Significant Digits at Pagosa Springs Medical Center, Part Two
“These smaller hospitals may still be there, but there will continue to be a steady erosion of the kinds of services they offer…”
New Online Tool Will Help Coloradans Find Most Affordable Health Care
“Even at the very same hospital and the very same procedure, there might be a number of different rates that people pay depending on their insurer…”