“Colorado deserves a Governor who answers to the people, not to party leadership, national talking points, or political machines…”
EDITORIAL: The Lost Boys in Neverland, Part Four
If we are intent on raising a generation of boys who will never know the joy and struggle of fatherhood, I hardly think our civilization can survive…
How Colorado Plans to Celebrate 150 Years of Statehood in 2026
It’s a year of two big intertwined anniversaries for Colorado and the United States of America…
BIG PIVOTS: Weaponizing the Federal Government Against Colorado?
Trump official’s justification for NCAR dismembering flies against the evidence I have seen. But who needs facts?
READY, FIRE, AIM: Remember, It’s Just a Simulation
Like many other people, I’ve come to the conclusion that we’re living in a computer simulation…
EVIL MISTRESS: A Lifelong Affair with Music, Part Three
We were a cover band, a commercial dance band. And we put on a pretty good show…
SENIOR CENTER NEWS: Wishing Our Community a Happy New Year in 2026
ASI will be closed on Thursday and Friday, January 1 and 2, and Monday, January 19, for Martin Luther King, Jr Day…
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: A Resolution to Write in 2026
“And what are you doing different during the coronavirus?” they asked. “Nothing,” I admitted, having just lost a few column-writing gigs…
Habitat for Humanity ‘Penguin Plunge Team’ Seeking Sponsors
Habitat for Humanity of Archuleta County currently has six brave souls ready to plunge into the mighty San Juan River…
Colorado Education Issues to Watch in 2026
How will Colorado lawmakers prioritize education during another tough budget year? What’s the fate of the state’s first “public Christian school?…”
Northern Colorado Wildlife Center Names New Executive Director
NCWC has named Michela Dunbar as its new Executive Director, as the organization enters its 10th year of service…
EDITORIAL: The Lost Boys in Neverland, Part Three
“When 4 in 10 children are born outside marriage — and most children to less educated parents are born outside marriage — then we have to reinvent what it means to be a father…”
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: The Long Walk for Peace
This Walk for Peace heading throughout the Southeast United States has led to an unprecedented outpouring of support…
READY, FIRE, AIM: 25 Good Things That Happened in 2025
Some bad things happened in 2025. Everybody knows about them, thanks to our hardworking news industry…
CHAMBER NEWS: Winterfest 2026 Returns in January
January 16-18, 2026, will bring three days of fun to Pagosa Springs including a bonfire, balloons, music, and snowy fun…
LIBRARY NEWS: New Year, New Library
Between the new teen room and the new children’s room we’re creating a room called a Makerspace where people of all ages can come together…
HEALTHY ARCHULETA: A Year of Community, Health, and Connection
The long-term vision is to strengthen our local food system, expand access to fresh, healthy food and build a community-driven, sustainable model…
Archuleta County BOCC Approves Contribution to EMS
In any community, EMS is essential. But in a rural community like Archuleta County, it can truly be a matter of life and death…
OPINION: A Dangerous Precedent
Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan has been convicted by a federal jury of felony obstruction…