The second episode occurred in a rural convenience store. At the checkout counter the clerk told me the price of the item I’d purchased — and I questioned the surprisingly high cost…
LIBRARY NEWS: New Online AARP Aging Program
In addition to the aging discussions at the library, Judy will show you how to use Zoom from your home to participate in topics like finance, wellness, fitness, computers and technology…
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Archuleta Seniors Discount Card for Those 60 & Better
The discount card encourages seniors to support local recreational, restaurant, medical and retail services by obtaining a senior discount card for a small fee…
EDITORIAL: Killing Us Softly with Homeowners Insurance, Part Three
“I reminded them, we are a rural community. And one size does not fit all… from Louisiana to Montana to Colorado, we’re different…”
When Will Housing Affordability Improve? Spoiler Alert: It Will Take Time
Colorado saw an influx of residents early in the pandemic, making it less affordable…
EDITORIAL: CDOT Shares Some News About Downtown’s Highway Project, Part Three
At the conclusion of the meeting, Ms. Lashbrooke invited everyone to participate in an online survey, and share their concerns about the project…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Does Venice Have This Tourist Thing Figured Out?
Reportedly, the pandemic-era reprieve has ended in a city where residents either love or loathe the tourists who drop $3 billion annually…
Failed Knee and Hip Replacements Generate Pain, Lawsuits
The three whistleblowers are accusing Exactech of fraud for allegedly selling defective products to Medicare and other federal health care programs…
OPINION: U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher’s Departure is a Bad Sign for Democracy
U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-Wis) was a rising star when he suddenly announced his plans to retire…
OPINION: Concerning Measures to Increase the Affordability of Housing
68% of Coloradans support a state law requiring cities and counties to increase housing near public transit…
LETTER: Donald Trump Doesn’t Belong on the Colorado Ballot
It seems like Trump likes to put our American people’s lives at risk…
EDITORIAL: Killing Us Softly with Homeowners Insurance, Part Two
“This will not bring your cost down. It’s not for that. It’s ‘insurance of last resort’ if you cannot get any insurance…”
Colorado Primary Election Ballot Features ‘None of the Above’ Option
“I still want to make a statement,” said Drew Romano. “If (Democrats) cared about our future, Biden would put his ego aside and step down…”
EDITORIAL: CDOT Shares Some News About Downtown’s Highway Project, Part Two
“When you’re doing a concrete roadway, it becomes more critical to make sure we have what’s underneath the roadway taken care of…”
GROWING PAINS: 447 Styles of ‘Sears’ Kit Homes
Proposition 123 program got me thinking about the Sears “Modern Homes” program that sold 75,000 homes, in 447 different styles…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Was the Universe Designed by a Committee?
I guess we’ve all come across the joke that the Camel is “a Horse, designed by a Committee…”
Glenwood Springs Becomes First Colorado City Council to Call for Gaza Ceasefire
“It is very inspiring to come together with other caring people and achieve this,” Tucker Knight, an organizer behind the Glenwood Springs resolution…
TOWN NEWS: Help with Home Address Numbers; Vacancy on Parks & Rec Advisory Board
The Town offers a FREE address plaque through the Public Works Department for in-town residences…
OPINION: How Mandatory Minimums Perpetuate Mass Incarceration
Eliminating mandatory minimum sentencing laws is essential to creating a more just and equitable criminal justice system…