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Medical Center approves required nurse staffing plan

At its March 24 meeting, the Upper San Juan Health Service District Board of Directors, which oversees Pagosa Springs Medical Center (PSMC), heard about and approved the center’s Master Nurse Staffing Plan.

Prescribed burns planned for Pagosa Ranger District

The San Juan National Forest’s Pagosa Ranger District is planning to conduct prescribed burns starting in April. Burning operations may take place over …

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County to hire digital accessibility coordinator

At its April 2 meeting, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved hiring a staff member to assist the county in meeting new American Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance requirements for the county website imposed by Colorado House Bill 21-110.

LPEA announces delegates for National Rural Electric Youth Tour

La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) is proud to announce the selection of four exemplary high school juniors from LPEA’s service territory to represent the cooperative at the National Rural Electric Youth Tour in Washington, D.C., from June 17-23. 

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At its meeting on Tuesday evening, the Archuleta School District (ASD) Board of Education approved an old version of a policy it updated in January relating to instructional time.

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On April 4, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and Town of Pagosa Springs hosted an informational public meeting about CDOT’s upcoming U.S 160 reconstruction project through downtown Pagosa Springs. 

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On Tuesday, 6th Judicial District Attorney Sean Murray confirmed the case against Bret Smith, the driver of the SUV involved in the Jan. 29 crash that included a school bus, has been dismissed due to the defendant’s death.

Eligible Coloradans encouraged to apply for Low-income Energy Assistance Program by April 30

April 30 is the last day to apply for Colorado’s Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP).   LEAP helps eligible individuals and families pay a portion of winter home heating costs …

DMV2GO to return to Archuleta County for driver’s license services

The Division of Motor Vehicles’ DMV2GO services will return to Archuleta County April 30 and May 1.

Colorado secretary of state certifies state’s presidential primary election

Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold has announced the certification of the 2024 Presidential Primary Election, making the results of the election official and final. 

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Medical center sees positive bottom line in February

For the second straight year, the Upper San Juan Health Service District (USJHSD), which operates as Pagosa Springs Medical Center (PSMC), had a positive bottom line for February.

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Fire district discusses issues at airport

At a March 5 meeting, the Pagosa Fire Protection District (PFPD) Board of Directors discussed issues relating to water and foam supply at the Steven’s Field airport owned by Archuleta County.

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County awards $300,000 housing contingency grant

The Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved a $300,000 grant for the Pagosa Springs Community Development Corporation (PSCDC) at a March 29 special meeting to cover construction contingency funds requested by the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) Division of Housing for a PSCDC affordable housing grant application.

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At the April 2 Pagosa Springs Town Council meeting, town staff expressed concern about how the Colorado Department of Transportation’s (CDOT) U.S 160 reconstruction project through downtown will impact the annual Fourth of July Parade.

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County moves forward with road projects

At its April 2 meeting, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved two proposed road projects and awarded the contract for reconstruction of North Pagosa Boulevard from Bastille Drive to U.S. 160 and a portion of Navajo Trail Drive adjoining North Pagosa Boulevard.

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The Pagosa Fire Protection District (PFPD) Board of Directors discussed options for increasing district funding at its March 5 meeting.

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San Juan National Forest acquires V Rock private land inholding

The San Juan National Forest recently acquired 160 acres of elk and mule deer habitat within an important migration corridor on the Pagosa Ranger District. 

Hanging baskets now on sale, order online

The annual Pagosa Pride Hanging Basket Program is now in full swing. Beautiful 12- and 16-inch baskets may be purchased until sold out. 

Early Childhood Council of Archuleta County assesses local child care challenges

The Early Childhood Council of Archuleta County (ECCAC) has completed a comprehensive assessment, a family survey and a series of focus group meetings to understand and address the community’s critical child care needs.

Public invited to tourism conference

The Pagosa Springs Area Tourism Board would like to invite you to attend the 2024 Pagosa Springs Area Tourism Conference on April 23 and 24. 

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