“As far as for individuals, I’d like to look into the idea of giving every town resident $200. What would be the implications of something like that?”
EDITORIAL: Decomposing Fractions
Children need to learn that some numbers are meaningless. Or downright dangerous…
CPW Extends Expiration Dates for Park Passes, OHV Registration Renewals
These extended expiration dates are intended to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 by reducing the need for public travel and in-person interactions…
LETTER: Failed Leadership
The length of time the nation remains in ‘quarantine’ seems to be the critical economic unknown…
OPINION: Trump’s April Fools Joke?
The timing of the rollback couldn’t be worse as Americans are fighting a respiratory-related pandemic…
EDITORIAL: Blunt Tools, Part Two
We probably could use some locally-sourced, locally-distributed help. Can the Town government find any tools in its toolbox… that aren’t too blunt?
Colorado Works to Increase ICU Beds Statewide
The SEOC is partnering with local public health organizations, health care facilities, the Colorado Hospital Association, and federal and state agencies to prepare for a potential medical surge…
EDITORIAL: Are Statistics as Deadly as They Say?
But Dr. Bendavid and Dr. Bhattacharya would like us to evaluate current US health policies against a backdrop where “millions” are being killed…
One-Third of Colorado Households Have Responded to 2020 Census
According to the Census map of Colorado, less than 16% of Archuleta County households had responded by March 29…
HMPRESENTLY: They Could Even Play Duck, Duck, Goose
With the pandemic and other daily challenges, spinning in circles, all the time, doesn’t seem like the best way to go…
EDITORIAL: Blunt Tools, Part One
Can the Town government expect sales taxes to drop during 2020, compared to 2019? Well, yes. But by how much?
‘Help Colorado Now’ Seeking COVID Grant Applications Up to $25,000
Help Colorado Now has raised $7.7 million dollars from nearly 4,000 individuals, foundations and companies since the fund launched…
VIDEO: Report from the Front Lines… JAMA Interview with Dr. Michelle Gong
When the interview was recorded on March 23, New York City was experiencing nearly 11,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases — with numbers rising daily…
LETTER: My Very First Welfare Check
Just ten minutes earlier, the governor of Colorado had announced the shutdown of every restaurant and bar in the state for at least thirty days…
ESSAY: Don’t Let Anxiety Get the Best of You
Be physically active, preferably outside, where the sounds and sights of the natural world, and the sunshine, can help put the drama of our human world in a healthier perspective…
EDITORIAL: Closed for Business, Part Nine
People are often attracted to this little mountain community because they value solitude, and that’s one thing this town has been happy to offer…
OPINION: Senator Michael Bennet Praises Federal Relief Package
“In the weeks ahead, we must continue working to support families, keep small businesses afloat, and ensure that our health care workers have everything they need…”
ACLU of Colorado Statement on Polis’ Guidance to Local Law Enforcement
Governor Polis is to be commended for putting science and the heath of all Coloradans above politics…
EDITORIAL: Senate Approves ‘Stimulus Checks’ and Much More in $2 Trillion Package
The bill now goes to the US House of Representatives, where Majority Leader Steny Hoyer announced a planned vote tomorrow morning…