“We’re disappointed Gov. Polis and legislators are working behind closed doors to cut a deal…”
A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW: All Rise!
It’s first words “We, the people of the State of Colorado” declare in whom authority over all aspects of the state government ultimately resides…
San Juan National Forest Firewood Permits Now On Sale
One household may purchase a permit for up to 10 cords of firewood per year for personal use…
Take a Friend Fishing, and Reel in Great Prizes
“When you teach someone how to fish, you can literally change their life forever,” said CPW Angler Outreach Coordinator Andre Egli…
EDITORIAL: Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf?… I mean, COVID… Part Six
The simple political fact is, many citizens in both counties have, during the COVID crisis, rejected the “basic things that public health puts forth” such as vaccines…
Message from the SJBPH Board of Health, Concerning a Possible Transition
The Board of Health will create a report outlining the recommendations and provide it to the County Commissioners of both counties…
‘Wings’ Child Care Center Plans Expansion
“Almost all of our parents are working parents… and we subsidize the tuition for about 90% of our children, meaning that they come from low-income or very-low-income families…”
Audubon’s Updated Advice on Bird Feeders During Avian Flu Outbreak
It’s important for folks in the area to take proper steps to monitor and help contain the spread of avian influenza in their backyards…
OPINION: Living Under the Tyranny of Lawyers and Courts
Complicit media outlets use fake science and dire predictions to persuade people that only government intervention will protect and save them…
HMPRESENTLY: The Magic Words, ‘Full Access’
Folks residing along the roads would have to find parking on other streets. And the work would be getting underway in just a couple of days…
EDITORIAL: Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf?… I mean, COVID… Part Five
Who’s foolish, in our current COVID story? Who’s greedy and hungry? And who’s wise?
LOCAL FOOD HEROES: Kraig and Lindsay Candelaria of Cole’s Meat Processing
“We are a small family owned custom meat processing and taxidermy business serving Pagosa Springs and the surrounding areas for 10 years…”
ORBITERS: Republicans
The final plan for getting Earthlings to Mars was simple: Bribery. They would give everyone one hundred thousand dollars to get on space zeppelins…
CPW Begins Angler Survey at Miramonte Reservoir Beginning May 1
Miramonte Reservoir, located south of Norwood at the Dan Noble State Wildlife Area, is home to a strong fishery for southwest Colorado…
Tri-State Files Agreement for ‘Flexible Power Supply Options’ on Behalf of LPEA, Other Associations
We are optimistic about the partial contract option, allowing us to source half our power from Tri-State and half from other sources…”
Chamber, High School Partnering on Youth Job Fair
Due to COVID circumstances, the Job Fair has not been held for several years, so the Chamber is excited to get back into helping our businesses recruit workforce…
OPINION: Severability Imminent from SJBPH
For example, a public health agency has no compelling reason for prior restraint and preventing people from speaking out about a health concern…
Enrollment Losses in Cities Prompt Talk of School Closures
Next school year, though, Jefferson will have to trim half a million dollars from her budget…
Students Showcase Handiwork at Build Pagosa’s 4th Annual Auction, May 6
“I’ve seen what this auction can do for these young people,” says Hessman… “Their sense of self worth soars…”