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2026 Business Happy Hour lottery now open

The annual Business Happy Hour lottery is now open to all Chamber members throughout the month of October.   These networking events occur every month on the fourth Thursday of the month …

Water conservancy talks office relocation, end of lease

At its Oct. 6 special meeting, the San Juan Water Conservancy District (SJWCD) Board of Directors discussed the relocation of the district’s office following its lease not being renewed. …

Gaming Commission approves $33 million for Colorado water conservation efforts

A record year of sports betting in Colorado is translating into a major investment in the state’s most vital resource: water.   The Colorado Division of Gaming announced that more …

Archuleta County’s unemployment rate fell slightly to 3.1 percent in August, according to a recent report from the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE). The county’s …

Variety of community events continuing in October

Fall is a time of harvest and reflection. As we have gathered all summer in community, we want to keep that momentum going throughout the month of October.   There are several informational …

On Monday, Sept. 29, the Rural Opportunity Office within the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) released Colorado’s first Statewide Comprehensive Economic …

O’Rourke Media Group acquires Gunnison Country Times

O’Rourke Media Group has announced the acquisition of the Gunnison Country Times and associated website, Gunnison Country Shopper, and several niche publications. O’Rourke Media …

Town council accepts new geothermal rate study

On Sept. 16, the Pagosa Springs Town Council voted to accept a new geothermal water rate study conducted by Roaring Fork Engineering.   The town had sought the new rate study “to …

By Clayton Chaney Staff Writer Sales tax collections in Archuleta County for the month of July were reported to be up 2.3 percent compared to figures from July 2024, according to data …

Region 9 Economic Development District launches Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy update

Region 9 Economic Development District of Southwest Colorado has begun the 2026 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) update.   The CEDS provides a five-year roadmap to guide …

Register now for Business Happy Hour lottery

I would be remiss if I did not mention what an amazing weekend we just celebrated with ColorFest.   We cannot thank our sponsors enough for helping us provide a top-notch weekend for our …

At its Sept. 16 meeting, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved transferring 11 county-owned parcels in the Trails subdivision to the Archuleta County Housing Authority …

PAWSD board denies waivers to two affordable housing projects

At a contentious Sept. 11 meeting, the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) Board of Directors approved capital investment fee (CIF) waivers for one affordable housing project and denied …

Commissioners choose firm for engineering, design on admin building

With a 2-1 vote on Tuesday afternoon, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) moved forward with choosing a firm for the engineering and design for a possible new county …

Sip, stroll and support local: Season’s final Wine Walk set for Sept. 24

Fall is in the air, and there’s no better time to gather downtown and support local. The final Wednesday Wine Walk of the season will take place Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. …

LPEA launches member satisfaction survey

La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) is launching its final member satisfaction study in a 10-year survey cycle, conducted in partnership with the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). 

County planning commission approves permit for agritourism development

The Archuleta County Planning Commission approved a board conditional use permit (CUP) for an agriculturally based lodging establishment for the 84 Ranch located at 6252A U.S. 84 during its Aug. 28 regular meeting. 

U.S. 160 reconstruction information

Week of Sept. 8-13 Work activity Concrete paving operations continuing • On Thursday, Sept. 4, asphalt preparation work will occur at North 2nd Street. • Sidewalk …

Region 9 launches new regional data sets to support local decision making

The Region 9 Economic Development District of Southwest Colorado is pleased to announce the release of new regional data sets, now available on the Region 9 website. 

Free and low-cost education opportunities available for businesses

As we prepare for the colder months, now may be a wonderful opportunity to investigate all the opportunities for education that are available to our business community. 

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