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Planning commission recommends approval of shooting range

After tabling the matter twice, the Archuleta County Planning Commission unanimously approved a motion for recommendation of approval of a board conditional use permit for an outdoor shooting range to be operated on the Keyah Grande property.

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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.

LPEA to raise rates in April 2025

The La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) Board of Directors has approved the cooperative’s 2025 budget, which includes an average rate increase of 7.72 percent. 

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Legacies: November 28, 2024

100 years ago Taken from SUN files of November 28, 1924 An offer has been made by a local family to donate to the school district a huge flag for one of the masts on the new school building …

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Town adopts 2025 budget, capital plan, fee schedule

The Pagosa Springs Town Council approved the town’s budget for fiscal year 2025 at its meeting on Nov. 21. 

Reminder: Employee Benefit Forum set for Dec. 5

Next to housing, offering health care coverage to employees is one of the top issues facing employers. 

The Colorado Department of the Treasury is encouraging businesses to enroll in the Colorado SecureSavings program, which provides state-facilitated retirement plans for employees, by the end of the year. 

Statewide postelection audit complete

On Nov. 22, the Colorado Department of State announced that the 2024 statewide postelection audit has been completed. 

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Pirates finish 19th at state

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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Charter school board approves reduced classroom sizes

Board members at Pagosa Peak Open School (PPOS) voted to cap classroom sizes for kindergarten through third grade at 18 students for the current school year, approving a request by School Director Emily Murphy during the board’s meeting on Nov. 20.

Social consequences of DUI

A driving under the influence (DUI) arrest is a serious matter in the eyes of the law and throughout your community. While not often considered before making a choice to drive impaired, the social stigma attached to a DUI charge can have a long-lasting negative impact on a person’s life.

Colorado Avalanche Information Center warns of dangerous avalanche conditions

The Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) is warning backcountry travelers of a significant increase in avalanche danger across the Colorado mountains during Thanksgiving week. 

Nominations sought for Noxious Weed Advisory Committee

The Colorado Noxious Weed Advisory Committee, a critical link between the citizens of Colorado and the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA), is seeking nominations to fill four vacant positions representing an agricultural producer; a resource, industry or environmental specialist; and two at-large positions.

Bird identification classes planned ahead of Christmas Bird Count

The second of three bird identification classes in preparation for Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 6 p.m. 

Communities at risk from wildfires can now apply for funding

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service is accepting applications for the Community Wildfire Defense Grant program to assist at-risk communities, including tribes and Alaska Native corporations, with planning for and mitigating wildfire risks. 

Colorado to receive $7 million for water measurement devices in Colorado River Basin

The Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) and the Colorado Division of Water Resources are excited to announce $7 million in funding for Colorado water users within the Upper Colorado River Basin in need of a device to measure their water diversions. 

SpiritFire Inspirational Living Center announces upcoming events

Spiritual topics are discussed every Tuesday at the SpiritFire Inspirational Living Center. Upcoming events Nov. 22, 1:30 to 4 p.m.: Zoom playshop on “Discover your ‘Why’ …

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 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 …

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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