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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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Water conservancy district rejects offer to buy Running Iron Ranch

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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County renews IGA to continue splitting sales tax revenues 50/50 with town

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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Obituaries
 Joshua Abrell
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Joshua Abrell, a father, cherished son, brother and treasured friend. Joshua left this world on May 31, 2024, unexpectedly leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, humor and selflessness.
Edith Zoe (Allen) Graham
Edith Zoe (Allen) Graham went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024, at her home in Pagosa Springs. She was born on March 1, 1929, in Kazan, Colo., to Melvin and Dawn Allen. She, …
Lorraine Romero Martinez
Lorraine Romero Martinez passed away on Nov. 21, 2024. Funeral services will be held at Pope John Paul II Catholic Church with rosary and eulogy on Friday, Nov. 29, at 6 p.m., and funeral Mass on Saturday, Nov. 30, at 11 a.m.
Charlotte Fay Miller
Aug. 23, 1928–Nov. 11, 2024 There aren’t enough words to truly capture the remarkable life of Charlotte Fay Miller, who passed away peacefully at her home on Nov. 11, 2024, with her …
Elwyn Leonard Meek
Farewell to a special man. Elwyn Leonard Meek was born on Flag Day, June 14, 1930, obtained his first driver’s license on D-Day, and died a proud veteran on Veterans Day, November 11 , 2024, at his residence in Pagosa Springs. He was preceded in death by his wife, Fanchon Brice Meek; his son, Brice Leonard Meek; parents Leonard H. Meek and Evelyn Mattie Adams Meek; his sister, Mary Frances Webster, her husband, Merle, and their son Mark.

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Pirates finish 19th at state

The Pirate Unified bowling team poses for a picture while at the state tournament for the third straight year. The team, representing Pagosa Springs High School, placed 19th at the tournament.

The Pagosa Springs High School (PSHS) Pirate Unified bowling team placed 19th out of 28 teams at last week’s state tournament. The team logged a total pinfall of 442 at the tournament in …

Registration now open for winter sports and activities

The Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for all winter sports and activities, including basketball, arts and crafts, open gym sessions, and youth fitness. 

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Combined Parks and Recreation Board holds final meeting until next spring

The Pagosa Springs Combined Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held its last regular meeting of the year on Nov. 7, in which Pagosa Springs Parks and Recreation Director Darren Lewis provided some 2025 budget highlights along with upcoming projects planned for next year.

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Education

History comes alive for charter school students through ‘Hamilton’

The Sons of the Revolution visit Pagosa Peak Open School students to share historical knowledge about the American Revolution.

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Archuleta School District examining student cellphone usage

With 95 percent of U.S. teens reporting having access to personal smartphone devices, administrators and teachers in Archuleta School District (ASD) are continuing to discuss what role, if any, those devices should play during the school day. 

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Main Street board discusses website, greenhouse work

The Main Street Advisory Board took tentative steps toward overhauling its website and expanding its digital reach during a regular meeting on Nov. 14 in a move that anticipates significant changes coming to downtown Pagosa Springs in 2025 and beyond.

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Tourism board looks at visitor data

The Pagosa Springs Area Tourism Board held a meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at which Tourism Director Jennifer Green shared a presentation with data on Pagosa’s top visitor markets.

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Opinion

Let’s scrap the stigma of mental illness

Even though one in five Americans is estimated to suffer from mental health illness, talk about mental health in the rural West remains muted.   I’d like to talk about it this …

Public land protectors are ready for a fight

President Donald Trump’s first term was a disaster for America’s public lands. While the prospects for his second term are even more bleak, Westerners across the political spectrum …

How to live in unity God’s way

Unity is on my mind. Jesus is in my heart.

Thanksgiving: cultivating gratitude and gaining happiness

Thanksgiving is more than a national holiday. As the names implies, thanksgiving is the expression of gratitude. Unfortunately, according to history.org, in many American households, “the …

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Things to do

Grab a friend and get crafty at Late Night at the Library

Enjoy a night of holiday-themed crafts, food and fun in support of the Ruby Sisson Library at Late Night at the Library from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 14. Proceeds from the even benefit the Mountains of Opportunity campaign to expand and renovate the library.
Enjoy a night of holiday-themed crafts, food and fun in support of your Ruby Sisson Library at Late Night at the Library from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 14. At this benefit event for the …

Red Cross offers steps to help you avoid a cooking fire on Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving and the day before are the top two days in this country for the chance of a cooking fire to happen in someone’s home. Cooking causes an average of 158,400 home fires per year, …

Faith

SpiritFire Inspirational Living Center announces upcoming events

By Shayla McClure/ SpiritFire Inspirational Living Center Spiritual topics are discussed every Tuesday at the SpiritFire Inspirational Living Center.   Upcoming events Nov. 28, 3 …

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