“Hell, if it wasn’t for music, I wouldn’t have no friends at all…”
PAGOSA UU: The Power to Alchemize Our Grief
Seeing the photos from the Artemis II mission this past week, it’s hard not to feel awe-struck of the amazing views of planet Earth…
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: Which States Have Happier Residents?
As we approach April 15, it’s worth noting whether money, or at least lower taxes, buys you happiness…
Archuleta School District Launches ‘Facilities’ Webpage
“This webpage was created to help make information about the process accessible, transparent and easy to explore…”
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Boat Ramps Opening Across Region
Navajo State Park became the first in the Southwest Region to open its boat ramp in 2026…
HIGHWAY 160 RECONSTRUCTION: Week of April 13-19
The intersection closure at Lewis Street and U.S. 160 remains in place for underground utility construction…
EDITORIAL: Controversial PAWSD Housing Waivers, and the 2026 Drought
At tonight’s Board meeting, the staff will discuss plans to enter Drought Stage Level 1…
Colorado Lawmakers Begin Debate on Estimated $1.5 Billion Budget Shortfall
“When you talk to the families who are impacted, especially the Medicaid side, they will feel these cuts…”
READY, FIRE, AIM: Fear and Loathing in Washington DC
If I’m not mistaken, it took a lot of work — and political scheming — to get the 25th Amendment ratified…
LIBRARY NEWS: What Our Expanded Library Says About Pagosa Springs
So what will a newcomer to Pagosa Springs learn about our community as they visit our new building for the first time?
OPINION: Data Center Water Use Not Sustainable in Drought-Stricken American West
The players might be different but the results are the same: the overextension of our resources to serve corporate polluters that are wasting our water…
HEALTHY ARCHULETA: Archuleta Youth Have a Chance to Help Shape Their Community This Summer
It’s not just about the work they do during those eight weeks; it’s about the confidence they carry forward, the relationships they build…
EPA ‘Back-to-Basics’ Blueprint Could Help Rural Drinking Water Systems
RealWaterTA will connect rural communities with experts like those at the National Rural Water Association to help them repair water utilities…
SENIOR CENTER: Safety Starts at Home
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury among seniors, but many can be prevented with simple safety measures at home…
EDITORIAL: Issues at Archuleta County Community Forum, Part Seven
The CWRC was officially adopted by the state government last summer, and local jurisdictions had to adopt the code by April 1…
Governor Jared Polis on Colorado’s Energy Achievements
The Colorado Governor talks about geothermal, and nuclear, and the continuing role of natural gas…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Reading the Tea Leaves
We’re still importing tea from Asia, but it’s not such a big deal, because most of us drink coffee instead…
Community Celebrates Nancy Ford’s 80th Birthday… and Lasting Impact
More than 70 friends and community leaders gathered at the atrium in the Springs Resort Hotel on Friday, March 20…
DURANGO WINE EXPERIENCE 2026: Weekend Passes Sold Out… Individual Event Tickets Still Available
The Walkabout is the Wine Experience’s signature event: a self-guided stroll through Historic Downtown Durango…