As of 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, multiple areas throughout Pagosa Springs and the surrounding region continue to be impacted by ongoing flooding. The Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office, …
Per Gov. Jared Polis verbal declaration of disaster emergency, nearly 100 Colorado National Guard (CONG) members are supporting Archuleta County authorities, providing aviation and ground search and …
As our community begins recovering from recent flooding, debris disposal locations and assistance programs are available to help affected residents. Flood debris disposal • South …
  At about 12:15 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, the Town of Pagosa Springs announced the mandatory evacuation order for Hermosa and San Juan streets has been lifted. …
US 160 west of Pagosa Springs (MP 134 to 137.5) was opened at approximately 9:40 a.m. on Saturday (10/24/26). CDOT urges motorists to drive with extreme caution as travel is limited to one-lane …
The Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to refrain from flying drones throughout Archuleta County, including the Pagosa Ranger District of the San Juan National Forest, due to …

Governor provides update on flooding in Southwest Colorado

Last night, Gov. Jared Polis verbally declared a disaster emergency in response to flooding in La Plata, Archuleta, Montezuma, Dolores, Hinsdale, San Miguel, Ouray, San Juan, Mineral, Alamosa, and …

Safety alert: Closures and dangerous conditions on roads, bridges and trails damaged and destroyed by flooding across San Juan National Forest

Heavy rain throughout Southwest Colorado in the past two days caused extremely dangerous conditions on the San Juan National Forest. These ongoing conditions include widespread flooding, road, …

Flooding update: River levels declining as town continues emergency response

Following significant flooding throughout Pagosa Springs, water levels along the San Juan River are beginning to decline. The river peaked at just over 15 feet at the Pagosa Springs gauge around 5:30 …

Community Foundation activates CERF fund to assist with flood recovery

The Community Foundation serving Southwest Colorado has activated the Archuleta Community Emergency Relief Fund (CERF) to assist the Town of Pagosa Springs and surrounding areas affected by this …

Sheriff's office lifts evacuation warning for residents in Capote Lake drainage area

The Archuleta County Sheriff's Office has released an evacuation warning for all residents in the Capote Lake drainage area. "Public safety and the protection of life main remain our primary …

Archuleta Health Fair and Expo canceled

Due to the severe flooding affecting Pagosa Springs and surrounding communities, the Archuleta Health Fair and Expo scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24,  at Pagosa Springs High School has been …

Sheriff outlines some ongoing situations with floods

"Everywhere is a disaster," Archuleta County Sheriff Mike Le Roux said, adding, "It is catastrophic." Shortly before 10 a.m. on Friday morning, Le Roux explained some of the ongoing situations …

Rotary postpones barn dance

Due to the local flooding emergency, the Rotary Club of Pagosa Springs Barn Dance scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24, has been postponed. A new date will be announced as soon as plans are …

Flooding and road closures impact southwest and south-central Colorado

The Colorado Department of Transportation is urging motorists to avoid travel during the current flood warnings and flood watches issued for southwest and south-central Colorado.

Oktoberfest Pig Roast postponed

As a result of our recent weather, the Oktoberfest fundraiser planned for Saturday, Oct. 24, is being postponed. We are tentatively planning for the Oktoberfest fundraiser to take place on …

Sheriff's office asks everyone to shelter in place

The Archuleta County Sheriff's Office has requested that everyone shelter in place. The agency notes water levels are beginning to recede, but many roads are impassable and unsafe for travel. …

Town of Pagosa Springs declares local disaster emergency due to severe flooding

Mayor Shari Pierce and Town Manager David Harris declared a local disaster emergency on Oct. 22 in response to severe flooding affecting Pagosa Springs and the surrounding community. Heavy …

U.S. 160 closed in areas due to flooding

The Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office and the Town of Pagosa Springs have issued an urgent travel advisory regarding severe flooding and major road closures along U.S. 160. Travel along U.S. 160 …

Governor verbally declares disaster emergency in response to heavy rain and flooding in southwestern Colorado

Today at 8:36 p.m., Gov. Jared Polis verbally declared a disaster emergency in response to flooding in La Plata, Archuleta, Montezuma, Dolores, Hinsdale, San Miguel, Ouray, San Juan, Mineral, Alamosa …

Evacuation shelters open

The American Red Cross of Western Colorado has opened evacuation shelters at the La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave. , Durango , Colo., and the Pagosa Lakes Property HOA Clubhouse, 230 Port …

Projected river peak increased to 14.96 feet

According to the National Water Prediction Service, the San Juan River at Pagosa Springs is now projected to peak at 14.96 feet at 5 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 22. The river is anticipated to remain …

Mandatory evacuation order issued for low-lying, flood-prone areas in river corridors

Update: Archuleta School District schools will be closed on Friday, Oct. 23. Update: County Road 500 is closed due to being impassable from mile marker 12 to Colo. 151. Update: An emergency …

ASD schools to be closed Oct. 23

Due to ongoing flooding in the Pagosa Springs area, all schools in Archuleta School District will be closed tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 23.  "We never make the decision to close school lightly. …
Obituaries
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. …
Lynn Anthony
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Joel T. ‘Tom’ Hall
Brig. Gen. (USAF Ret.) Joel T. “Tom” Hall lived a life of service devoted to his country and his family. He passed away quietly in Chandler, Ariz., on June 23, 2026, at the age of 90. Born …
Mary Jo Gwaltney
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