In my book, there is no shame in trying and failing. (I do that regularly myself.) There’s no shame in trying a second or third time, with a different approach…
Colorado Hospitals Showing Record Profits
The cost of health care has gone up much more sharply in Colorado than nationally… In fact, on average, Colorado hospitals charge some of the highest prices in the country…
EDITORIAL: The Art of Seeing the Future, Part Eight
This is, of course, a computer’s opinion about my place of residence. No human being connected with WalkScore.com has ever strolled through my neighborhood…
OPINION: ‘Lake Erie Bill of Rights’ Heads Into Federal Court
“This court challenge is only the latest instance in a long series of attempts to ensure that the people do not have the means or legal tools to confront the wealthy and the powerful…”
EDITORIAL: The Art of Seeing the Future, Part Seven
These are not new ideas. Pagosa’s leadership has been talking about creating a walkable town for 20 years, at least…
Supreme Court Set to Rule on Funding for Religious Schools?
“I think that it’s totally discriminatory that we cannot access those funds… simply because our kids go to a religious school…”
Local Appreciation Day at Wolf Creek This Wednesday
Wednesday, January 29, is a Local Appreciation Day at Wolf Creek Ski Area. Lift tickets will be $54 for adults, $36 for seniors…
EDITORIAL: The Art of Seeing the Future, Part Six
So I don’t know what to think. Do we have a parking problem in Pagosa? I don’t believe we do… except maybe inside the pages of the LUDC…
Full-Day Kindergarten Takes Off in Colorado
But overall, the total increase in preschool through 12th grade enrollment for Colorado’s public schools grew by only 0.2% from the previous year…
The Impact of Gentrification on Colorado Schools? Fewer Students
The latest findings also show that gentrification is relatively rare. But where it does happen, the changes have real — and complex — consequences for students…
Marijuana Destinations: Exploring People’s Travel Experiences for Recreational Marijuana
In June of 2019, Colorado reached another milestone when it became the first state to surpass $1 billion in total cannabis-related revenue.
LETTER: Impeachment Trial Exposing Hypocrisy
Speaking of voter fraud and hypocrisy, the Republican Party has gone to great lengths to make it harder for “the people” to vote…
EDITORIAL: The Art of Seeing the Future, Part Five
One might assume that the arrival of the world’s largest retailer in the midst of a mostly-vacant mixed-use subdivision would be “Catalytic…”
ACLU of Colorado Wins Nationwide Injunction Against ICE FOIA Violations
The Freedom of Information Act requires federal agencies to promptly provide responsive documents to any person who requests them…
EDITORIAL: The Art of Seeing the Future, Part Four
“Pagosa’s prime downtown development site is available for purchase. The historic Adobe site fronts US Hwy 160 and Lewis Street, situated adjacent to the Town Bell Tower and across from the Courthouse…”
More Fresh Powder at Wolf Creek Ski Area
This Saturday, January 25, is the first race of Wolf Creek’s Giant Slalom Race Challenge Series. The 40+ gate Giant Slalom will take place on middle and lower Charisma…
’19th Hole Concerts’ Grant Application Now Open to Archuleta County Non-profits
The 19th Hole Concerts benefit the Archuleta County nonprofit community, and promote Southwest Colorado’s talented music scene, by featuring a different nonprofit and music talent every Thursday evening…
EDITORIAL: The Art of Seeing the Future, Part Three
Is there a close correlation between the 363 goals listed in the Comprehensive Plan and the 56 goals adopted by the Town Council last summer?
Senate Democrats Announce 2020 Legislation
Bill roundup includes prescription transparency efforts, education funding and enhancements for veterans…