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EDITORIAL: Killing Us Softly with Homeowners Insurance, Part Four

EDITORIAL: Killing Us Softly with Homeowners Insurance, Part Four

Posted on February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 by Bill Hudson

Reportedly, the second-largest wildfire in California history, the Dixie Fire, was sparked when power lines owned by Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) came into contact with a tree…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
OPINION: Agreeing with Attorney General Weiser Regarding Proposed Kroger-Albertson Merger

OPINION: Agreeing with Attorney General Weiser Regarding Proposed Kroger-Albertson Merger

Posted on February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 by Rachel Suh

I am extremely grateful that you have decided to fight against the merger of Kroger and Albertson’s for the People of Colorado…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
Housing Needed for Young Habitat Volunteers This Summer

Housing Needed for Young Habitat Volunteers This Summer

Posted on February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 by Monica Nigon

We’re hoping the invaluable AmeriCorps NCCC Members will be returning this summer, but first, they need to find a host for six weeks…

Posted in Community
READY, FIRE AIM:  How to Survive 500 Million Years

READY, FIRE AIM: How to Survive 500 Million Years

Posted on February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 by Louis Cannon

Recently, some fossil hunters in Canada discovered evidence of an ancient jellyfish in the so-called Burgess Shale…

Posted in Humor/Fiction
'Main Street' Group Seeking Survey Responses About Highway 160 Reconstruction

‘Main Street’ Group Seeking Survey Responses About Highway 160 Reconstruction

Posted on February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 by Bill Hudson

“How concerned are you about the upcoming Highway 160 Construction Project and its potential impact on your business?”

Posted in Community

A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW: Recent Conversations About Political Parties

Posted on February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 by Gary Beatty

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…

Posted in Opinion/Letters

LIBRARY NEWS: New Online AARP Aging Program

Posted on February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 by Library Staff

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…

Posted in Community

SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Archuleta Seniors Discount Card for Those 60 & Better

Posted on February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 by Rosa D. Chávez

The discount card encourages seniors to support local recreational, restaurant, medical and retail services by obtaining a senior discount card for a small fee…

Posted in Community
EDITORIAL: Killing Us Softly with Homeowners Insurance, Part Three

EDITORIAL: Killing Us Softly with Homeowners Insurance, Part Three

Posted on February 21, 2024February 22, 2024 by Bill Hudson

“I reminded them, we are a rural community.  And one size does not fit all… from Louisiana to Montana to Colorado, we’re different…”

Posted in Opinion/Letters
When Will Housing Affordability Improve? Spoiler Alert: It Will Take Time

When Will Housing Affordability Improve? Spoiler Alert: It Will Take Time

Posted on February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 by Post Contributor

Colorado saw an influx of residents early in the pandemic, making it less affordable…

Posted in News/Politics
EDITORIAL: CDOT Shares Some News About Downtown's Highway Project, Part Three

EDITORIAL: CDOT Shares Some News About Downtown’s Highway Project, Part Three

Posted on February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 by Bill Hudson

At the conclusion of the meeting, Ms. Lashbrooke invited everyone to participate in an online survey, and share their concerns about the project…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
READY, FIRE, AIM:  Does Venice Have This Tourist Thing Figured Out?

READY, FIRE, AIM: Does Venice Have This Tourist Thing Figured Out?

Posted on February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 by Louis Cannon

Reportedly, the pandemic-era reprieve has ended in a city where residents either love or loathe the tourists who drop $3 billion annually…

Posted in Humor/Fiction
Failed Knee and Hip Replacements Generate Pain, Lawsuits

Failed Knee and Hip Replacements Generate Pain, Lawsuits

Posted on February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 by Post Contributor

The three whistleblowers are accusing Exactech of fraud for allegedly selling defective products to Medicare and other federal health care programs…

Posted in Education/Health

OPINION: U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher’s Departure is a Bad Sign for Democracy

Posted on February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 by Post Contributor

U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-Wis) was a rising star when he suddenly announced his plans to retire…

Posted in Opinion/Letters

OPINION: Concerning Measures to Increase the Affordability of Housing

Posted on February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 by Post Contributor

68% of Coloradans support a state law requiring cities and counties to increase housing near public transit…

Posted in Opinion/Letters

LETTER: Donald Trump Doesn’t Belong on the Colorado Ballot

Posted on February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 by Post Contributor

It seems like Trump likes to put our American people’s lives at risk…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: Killing Us Softly with Homeowners Insurance, Part Two

EDITORIAL: Killing Us Softly with Homeowners Insurance, Part Two

Posted on February 20, 2024February 21, 2024 by Bill Hudson

“This will not bring your cost down.  It’s not for that.  It’s ‘insurance of last resort’ if you cannot get any insurance…”

Posted in Opinion/Letters
Colorado Primary Election Ballot Features 'None of the Above' Option

Colorado Primary Election Ballot Features ‘None of the Above’ Option

Posted on February 20, 2024February 20, 2024 by Post Contributor

“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…”

Posted in News/Politics
EDITORIAL: CDOT Shares Some News About Downtown's Highway Project, Part Two

EDITORIAL: CDOT Shares Some News About Downtown’s Highway Project, Part Two

Posted on February 20, 2024February 21, 2024 by Bill Hudson

“When you’re doing a concrete roadway, it becomes more critical to make sure we have what’s underneath the roadway taken care of…”

Posted in Opinion/Letters
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