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County adopts changes to plan review regulations

At its Dec. 5, 2023, meeting, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved changes to the Archuleta County Land Use Regulations (LUR) concerning conceptual development plan reviews, general plan reviews and vested property rights by a 2-1 decision.

Shari Pierce named publisher of The SUN

The Pagosa Springs SUN has a new publisher.   Long-time employee Shari Pierce has been promoted, and the change becomes effective right away.  “I’m super excited to …

PAWSD offices to close to public March 1

In a Feb. 28 message circulated to customers, the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) announced that it will be closing its offices at 100 Lyn Ave.  to the public on March 1 until …

Pirate basketball teams advance to Great 8

The Pagosa Springs High School Pirate basketball teams punched their tickets to the Great 8 round of the 4A basketball playoffs with wins on Friday and Saturday. On Friday, the No. 5 Lady …

Colorado to reduce indoor air pollution in schools, public buildings from wildfire smoke events through EPA grant

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is expected to award $10.67 million in grant funding to nine selected recipients across the country to enhance community wildfire smoke preparedness. …
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Obituaries
Francisco ‘Frank’ Orlando Gomez Jr.
Francisco Orlando Gomez Jr., “Frank,” passed away on March 6, 2024, at the age of 65.
Linda Jean Hobbs
Linda Jean Hobbs lived an honorable life dedicated to empowering and equipping people to achieve big things.
Rita M. Werner
Rita M. Werner, 81, of Pagosa Springs, Colo., was called home by our Lord on Feb. 23, 2024, in Midland, Texas.
Corey John Henricksen
Corey John Henricksen, 28, was born June 1, 1995, and passed away Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024.
Raymond Walter Girardin
Raymond Walter Girardin was born to Louis and Helen Francis Girardin on Aug. 15, 1950.
Sports

Pirate teams to host Sweet 16 action Friday, Saturday

After first-round wins, the Pagosa Springs High School Pirate basketball teams are slated to host Sweet 16 action Friday and Saturday. After defeating No. 28 Manitou Springs 40-16 in the first …

Pirate basketball teams to host playoff action

The Pagosa Springs High School basketball teams will host first-round playoff action this week. Brackets for the 4A state playoffs were released Sunday, with the 19-4 Lady Pirates entering the …

Tickets available for Rotary’s Super Bowl party

Bring yourself and friends for fun and viewing of the 58th NFL Super Bowl.   Hosted by the Rotary Club of Pagosa Springs, the Super Bowl event will be Sunday, Feb. 11, at the Tennyson …

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Opinion
My daughter came home with sermon notes from Sunday church. She read them to me. I stopped her at the first point. “Wow. This is what I’ve been saying. Christians are the moral conscience …
In Luke 10:38-42, two sisters are briefly mentioned, Martha and Mary. Just who were they? Their names pretty much ring a bell with most of us. Our first thought of them is usually connected with …
When the San Juan River flows out of the San Juan Mountains in Southwestern Colorado, it contributes 15 percent of Lake Powell’s water. But there’s a problem: The river carries a …
At the end of this column will be a disclaimer, but I assure my readers that my words are true. Almost unbelievable, but true. My question to the reader is, why have things changed so …
Faith

Good Friday Pilgrimage to occur on March 29

As in years past, the Pagosa Catholic Community will lead a Good Friday Pilgrimage, and the entire community is invited to participate. The pilgrimage will begin at 2 p.m. at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.

On Good Friday, March 29, Christians around the world will participate in pilgrimages that prayerfully reflect on the cross that was willingly carried by Jesus Christ. As in years past, the Pagosa …

Pagosa Catholic Community to hold Blessing of the Easter Baskets

For centuries, the Eastern European ritual known as “Blessing of the Easter Baskets” has been cherished around the world by Catholics and Orthodox Christians.   Rich in …

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Education

Registration open for Incredible Years Parenting Class

Seeds of Learning and Pagosa Head Start are partnering to offer the Incredible Years Parenting Class to caregivers who want to build positive relationships with their children or would like new ideas …
Food

Veterans’ appreciation dinner set for Nov. 10

Photo courtesy Pagosa Catholic Community
The Fourth Degree members of the Knights of Columbus will hold a sit-down veterans’ appreciation dinner on Friday, Nov. 10, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Pope John Paul II Catholic Church at 353 S. Pagosa Blvd. Veterans will be admitted free with a suggested donation of $10 for others.
Photo courtesy Pagosa Catholic Community The Fourth Degree members of the Knights of Columbus will hold a sit-down veterans’ appreciation dinner on Friday, Nov. 10, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the …
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Way.com helps dog owners understand when it's legal to leave their furry friends in cars unattended.
You may be eligible for additional dose of the COVID-19 vaccine
(BPT) - As COVID-19 continues to circulate in our communities, it has become apparent that the virus is here to stay, and that getting infected is possible year-round.Staying up to date with your …
When 'k' is not 'okay': Behind the many generational differences in texting
Visible partnered with Stacker and dove into studies to explore what gets lost in texting translation and how generations can understand each other better.
April’s eclipse will mean interruptions in solar power generation, which could strain electrical grids
During the most recent total solar eclipse visible in the U.S., on Aug. 21, 2017, the skies darkened as the Moon crossed in front of the Sun. It blocked out all sunlight – except for that from a golden ring …