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Housing needs assessment survey extended

Archuleta County, the Town of Pagosa Springs and the Pagosa Springs Community Development Corporation (PSCDC), have retained ECOnorthwest and Western Spaces to conduct a comprehensive housing needs …

Rain, snow could return for Thanksgiving

After a few more days of warm and clear conditions, more mountain snow could be on the way as Pagosa Country prepares for the Thanksgiving holiday — according to forecasts released by the National Weather Service (NWS).

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At a Nov. 7 special meeting, the San Juan Water Conservancy District (SJWCD) Board of Directors voted to reject an offer to purchase the Running Iron Ranch, the proposed site for a future reservoir.

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September sales tax revenue up slightly from 2023

September sales tax collections increased by 0.78 percent compared to last year’s figures, according to reports released Nov. 7 by Archuleta County Finance Director Chad Eaton.

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During a regular meeting held by the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) on Tuesday, Nov. 12, the board unanimously approved an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the Town of Pagosa Springs to split sales tax collections 50/50 between the town and county.

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On Nov. 5, the Pagosa Springs Town Council offered direction to town staff on how the council would like to move forward with the planned 1st Street pedestrian bridge. 

Whether caused by insomnia, a disrupted shift work schedule or even the end of daylight saving time, not getting enough sleep before driving is a dangerous idea. 

LPEA, Tri-State execute term sheet

La Plata Electric Association Inc. (LPEA) and Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association Inc. have successfully executed a term sheet as part of the two cooperatives’ contract termination negotiations. 

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Fire district receives impact fee study result

The Pagosa Fire Protection District (PFPD) is looking to move forward with implementing impact fees across the district.

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County considers abandoning some bridges

During a work session held by the Archuleta County Board County Commissioners (BoCC) on Tuesday, Nov. 12, the board heard from Public Works Director Mike Torres and Road and Bridge Manager Eric McRae in regard to abandoning four bridges throughout the county. 

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Town moves toward purchasing riverfront property

On Nov. 5, the Pagosa Springs Town Council approved the first reading of an ordinance approving a contract to purchase riverfront property located at 1040 E. U.S. 160. 

La Plata County unveiled its new weather radar system during a special work session held by the La Plata County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, Oct. 29. 

Sherpa Real Estate, a burgeoning real estate firm in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, is pleased to announce its merger with Jim Smith Realty, the area’s oldest and largest real estate company, with over 37 years of service. 

Precision Autobody & Collision: Your premier collision repair facility located in Pagosa Springs

For over 20 years, Precision Autobody & Collision has established itself as a cornerstone of automotive repair in Pagosa Springs and the surrounding areas. 

Blood drive to be hosted at high school

The Pagosa Springs chapter of Future Business Leaders of America will host a blood drive in the high school library on Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Progress continues on possible Running Iron Ranch sale

The Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) Board of Directors continued to move forward with a potential sale of the Running Iron Ranch at its Oct. 30 meeting.

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With details about the plan to reconstruct a stretch of U.S. 160 in downtown Pagosa Springs still forthcoming, the Main Street Advisory Board is continuing to search for ways to amass support — and mitigate disruption — among businesses likely to be impacted by the project. 

Colorado’s Low-income Energy Assistance Program accepting applications

With energy costs expected to rise more than 10 percent nationally this winter, Colorado’s Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) can help eligible Coloradans pay a portion of their winter home heating bills by making a onetime payment directly to the utility company on behalf of each LEAP-eligible household. 

The Archuleta County Board of Health (BoH) held a regular meeting on Thursday, Oct. 17, with the bulk of the meeting spent discussing the draft Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP).

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Unofficial election results released

Unofficial results from Tuesday’s general election showed the majority of Archuleta County voters aligning with Republican candidates in local, state and federal races, and largely in step with voters from around the state on proposed constitutional amendments and propositions.

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