Eligible candidates will be added to the official ballot to be mailed to LPEA members in early May…
Colorado College Withdraws from US News & World Report Rankings
In withdrawing, college leaders said they believe the rankings equate wealth and privilege with academic quality…
HMPRESENTLY: ‘Scrubbing’ a Religion’s Public Image
Scrubbing isn’t cheap. From what I’ve been reading, some big Christian donors are putting up a hundred million dollars…
Town Invites Reports of Potholes, Trash, Other Nuisances
Our residents and visitors can help keep Pagosa Springs safe, accessible, and looking its best – right from their phone or computer…
Durango Northwest Recreation Project Open House Postponed
We will update the forest website, and send out a news release once the new date is set….
BLM Group Will Study Domestic Sheep Grazing in Big Horn Sheep Habitat
“Our sub-committee members live and work in southwest Colorado and their diverse experiences will be essential as they take a deep dive…”
Tickets Go On Sale Today for Four Corners Folk Festival
Discount tickets go on sale today, Tuesday, February 28 at 12noon, while supplies last. Get them at the best price point, before they’re gone…
EDITORIAL: Town Council Rejects Density Bonus for 232 Pagosa Street, Part Seven
The drawing shown, by Reynolds Ash & Associates, shows a person standing in front of the architects’ office, next to a bicycle rack…
Families Taking a Financial Hit as Pandemic Aid Ends
Census survey shows people struggle to pay for food even before pandemic-era SNAP benefits end next month…
Highway Ramps Promised To Deliver Chester From Hardship. Residents Are Still Waiting.
PHOTO: Buildings in Chester, PA. Source: Wikimedia Commons/Smallbones. This story by Asia Mieleszko appeared on StrongTowns.org on February 27, 2023. In November 2022, Chester, Pennsylvania, READ MORE
READY, AIM, FIRE: Love Thy Brother, Depending on the Situation
“Louis, I need to remind you that we always raise our hand when we want to say something in class….”
OPINION: Local Control of Rents Passes in Colorado House of Representatives
“This bill will give our community an additional tool in our affordable housing toolbox….”
Coloradans Urged to Save for the Unexpected During ‘America Saves Week’
Only 22% of Coloradans have three months of expenses saved…
Historic Set of Firearm Regulation Bills Unveiled by Colorado Democrats
“In a civilized society, people expect the freedom to live with basic security and safety….”
EDITORIAL: Town Council Rejects Density Bonus for 232 Pagosa Street, Part Six
“Enormous amounts of land must be dedicated to parking cars rather than to serving people…”
READY, FIRE, AIM: When Computers Write Poetry
It didn’t take long for the whole thing to get political. Just like everything has become political nowadays. Especially, poetry…
32 Senators Urge Biden Administration to Limit ‘Junk’ Health Plans
Many Americans could find themselves enrolled in junk plans that do not provide comprehensive coverage or protection for individuals with pre-existing conditions….
A Tale of Colorado’s Biggest and Smallest Coal Mines
Two mines named Elk both increased production in 2022. But long term? By the simple numbers, the outlook does not favor their prospects…
HMPRESENTLY: Straight Talk About ‘Fudging’
Back when I was in school, students sometimes fudged essays and term papers, by inserting fancy, impressive-sounding words, full of gravitas, in their written work…