Great Decisions meets every other week thereafter, for a total of nine sessions, usually on Tuesdays, from 11:45am to 1:45pm…
EDITORIAL: At a Loss for Words…
But then I learn about another program, or plan, that seems destined to serve those in our community who are struggling the most…
Federal Marijuana Law Still Creating Headaches for States
But 36 states plus the District of Columbia allow either full legalization for adult use or wide scale medical use, putting them at odds with federal law…
READY, FIRE, AIM: Ten Things I Didn’t Get for Christmas
The following year, I didn’t get a G.I. Joe Spaceman with various essential space exploration accessories. Probably a good thing, even though I was disappointed for a while…
First Case of Omicron Variant Confirmed in La Plata County
Although the extent to which Omicron is circulating in the community has not yet been identified, SJBPH believes it is significant based on a recent spike in local COVID-19 cases…
The Next ‘Peak’ in Avalanche Danger Will Lineup with the New Year’s Holiday
“We recorded over 200 avalanches in a three-day period, eight people were buried in avalanches, and one backcountry skier was killed…”
EDITORIAL: Interesting Situations in Archuleta County, Part Five
The other ‘data trends’ graphic I found was from Grand County. It showed a significant increase in ‘new daily cases’ since the end of October…
LPEA Round Up Foundation Approves $118,754 in Grants to Local Non-profits
Round Up Foundation grants are made possible, in part, by the generosity of La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) members who choose to round up their electric bill…
LIBRARY NEWS: T-Shirt Design Contest Open for Submissions
We’re looking for creative help in designing a t-shirt for this year’s Summer Reading Program. The theme will be “Oceans of Possibilities…”
New Behavioral Health Program for Kids Can Make a Difference
In October, the Colorado Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health launched I Matter, a program that provides free counseling sessions for any Colorado youth…
HMPRESENTLY: Suddenly… Precipitation
Looking up at — and relishing — dark winter clouds, could this be a sign that a whole lot of other things will be looking up?
Colorado Sanctuary Leaders Receive 1-year ‘Deportation Stays’ from Biden Administration
“I want to be clear that my fight has not ended here and it has not ended today,” Vizguerra-Ramirez said. “It will continue….”
Vote for Chamber ‘Community Awards’
The Chamber will host community conversations beginning at 3pm. The conversations will be centered around what is being done in the housing and workforce development arenas…
Closures on Wolf Creek Pass Wednesday and Thursday, for Avalanche Mitigation
Crews will begin work at 6am. Westbound traffic will be stopped just west of the ski area near the pass summit (MP 167) and eastbound traffic will be stopped near Treasure Falls…
EDITORIAL: Interesting Situations in Archuleta County, Part Four
As Archuleta County Transportation Coordinator Laura Vanoni described the two options, she mentioned her desire to save as many of the tall pines as possible…
OPINION: In Law Enforcement, Community is Key
I began my career in a small town in a county much like Archuleta, and learned the importance of community. I experienced the joy of knowing and being a part of my community, as well as its sorrows…
Colorado Parents Invited to Sign Up for Child Support Services
Parents who seek child support services in Colorado will no longer have to pay the $20 application fee, starting on January 1…
EDITORIAL: Interesting Situations in Archuleta County, Part Three
“Upon information and belief, the issuance of the Amber Alert was in violation of the customs, practices, and procedures of the Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office….”
READY, FIRE, AIM: Another Great Reason to Buy a Tesla, Spoiled
Vince Patton, who lives near Portland, Oregon, filed a complaint with NHTSA last month, after coming across a YouTube video posted by a fellow Tesla owner…