Wolf Creek Ski Area will be closed from Sunday, Nov. 1, until the mandatory evacuation order in Archuleta County is lifted. This is a precautionary measure based on recommendations from local …
Weather Forecast: A Flood Warning is in effect from Sunday morning to Monday morning for the San Juan River at Pagosa Springs. A Winter Weather Warning is in effect for the same time period for the …
According to Archuleta County Clerk and Recorder Kristy Archuleta,  the election office at 305 Village Drive will be open tomorrow, Sunday, Nov. 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to collect ballots …
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center's (CAIC's) daily avalanche forecasts return today, Oct. 31, for Sunday, Nov. 1, and the season is starting with a special avalanche advisory for parts of the …
Due to anticipated severe flooding and hazardous conditions, the following Town of Pagosa Springs facilities will be closed to the public on Monday, Nov. 2: • Town Hall • Community …
Archuleta School District is canceling school on Monday, Nov. 2, due to an incoming storm that is expected to bring additional flooding and dangerous conditions starting Sunday.  The school …

Town issues mandatory evacuation order

The Town of Pagosa Springs is issuing a MANDATORY EVACUATION ORDER EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY for residences and properties within the Town of Pagosa Springs located in areas threatened by potential …

Sheriff's office provides information related to upcoming storm

The Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office and Incident Management Team are closely tracking the changes to the forecast for this weekend. Weather A Flood Warning is in effect from Sunday …

San Juan River at Pagosa Springs forecasted to crest near 17 feet on Monday, Nov. 2

According to the latest forecast from the National Water Prediction Service, the San Juan River at Pagosa Springs is anticipated to crest at 16.97 feet at midnight on Monday, Nov. 2. A flood …

CDOT begins Colo. 151 flood recovery

  Following last week's historical flooding, CDOT and emergency contracting partners, Native Sons, mobilized to CO 151, south of Chimney Rock and immediately began work to repair …

Governor requests Major Presidential Disaster Declaration to unlock federal support for Southwestern Colorado flood recovery

Today, Governor Jared Polis formally requested an expedited Major Disaster Declaration (MDD) from President Trump through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to support recovery from …

Business Disruption Loan Program available

In response to the flooding in Archuleta County, the Region 9 Economic Development District is activating its Business Disruption Loan Program to help businesses recover and remain operational during …

SpiritFire Inspirational Living Center announces upcoming events

Save the dates for the following activities at the SpiritFire Inspirational Living Center: • Nov. 7 and 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.: “Refresh Body, Mind and Spirit Sessions.” Call or text (970) …

Step back in time with Main Street Bethlehem this Christmas season

Main Street Bethlehem will return to Centerpoint Church this December 3, 4 and 5 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. nightly. It will take about 30 minutes to walk through the streets, visit with the shop …

Community United Methodist Church to observe All Saints Day

On Nov. 1, the Community United Methodist Church (CUMC) will be observing All Saints Day, a day our founder John Wesley called “a festival I truly love.” He found the service to be …
Artist's Lane

The knoll didn’t hold

What a year 2026 has been, and it’s not over yet. With a heavy knock on the door Thursday afternoon, the Archuleta County sheriff came to warn the residents that the rains were coming and we would …

Pagosa Unitarian Universalist Fellowship to focus on covenant in November

As we enter the month where we traditionally turn our attention to gratitude, the Pagosa Unitarian Universalist (UU) Fellowship will focus on the theme of covenant. Our forebearers sought …

Federal Highway Administration approves quick release funds to begin southwest Colorado flood repairs

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has approved $6.5 million in quick-release funds to help the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) begin repairing highways damaged by severe flooding …

Sheriff’s office: Evacuate now if you live in a low-lying area

The next storm could bring additional flooding, heavy snow, and dangerous conditions. Please don't wait until it's too late to get out safely. Our priority remains making sure we have reached …

CAIC daily avalanche forecasts to return Nov. 1 with redesigned website

The Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) will resume daily backcountry avalanche forecasts Sunday, Nov. 1, with a redesigned website that makes it easier for people to find and use avalanche …

Reminder: General election ballots must be returned by 7 p.m. on Nov. 3

As of 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, Archuleta County voters had returned 3,740 ballots for the Nov. 3 election. Ballots for the Nov. 3 general election were mailed to active registered voters …

Colorado’s Low-Income Energy Assistance Program will begin accepting applications Nov. 1

Colorado’s Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) will begin accepting applications on Nov. 1.   Coloradans who need help paying winter heating bills, saving energy or fixing broken …

Rain, river forecasts rise again, sandbags available

According to the National Weather Service, Pagosa Springs could now see 3.12 inches of rain between 5 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1, and 5 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3. According to the National Water …

LPEA board seeking applicants for Round Up Foundation Board

The La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) Board of Directors is seeking volunteers to apply to serve on the Round Up Foundation Board, which allocates grant funding to local nonprofits and educational …
Obituaries
Robert E. J. ‘Buck’ Goodyear
June 3, 1938 - Aug. 24, 2026 “A True Highway Man”   Robert “Buck” Goodyear passed away Aug. 24, 2026. Buck graduated from Durango High School in 1956 and spent two years at …
Demetrio Martinez
Demetrio Martinez passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, at his home in Carracas Mesa, N.M. Born and raised in Carracas, Demetrio spent the majority of his life in Durango, …
Jean Macht Taylor
The family of Jean Macht Taylor would like to let the community know of her passing on Oct. 19, 2026. Obituary and celebration of life details to follow.
William ‘Bill’ R. McElhinney
William (Bill) R. McElhinney passed away on Oct. 14, 2026, in Dewey, Ariz., after a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Tara McElhinney; sons Tim …
Ronald Baker ‘Bud’ Forman
Ronald Baker “Bud” Forman, lovingly known as “Buddaddy,” age 86, of Aledo, Texas, passed away on Oct. 9, 2026. He was born on Sept. 10, 1940, in Denison, Texas, to Walter Inskip “Skip” …
Dave Richardson
On Sept. 11, Dave Richardson, devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend, went to be with his Heavenly Father. After struggling with dementia for three years, his mind and body are at peace. …