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‘A lot of upcoming talent’: Middle school runners finding success on and off the course

Pagosa Springs Middle School is making waves in cross-country this year, with the bigger-than-normal team finding success on and off the course.
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Main Street board approves funds for promotional materials

With the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) delaying the reconstruction project of U.S. 160 through downtown Pagosa Springs until the spring of 2025, the Pagosa Springs Main Street Advisory Board has been left with excess funds in its budget for 2024.

No crime committed when elections counting room entered

A Pagosa Springs Police Department investigation determined no crime was committed and there was no nefarious intent when a maintenance person at 449 San Juan St. accessed the counting room of the Archuleta County Election’s Office on Sept. 20.

State Board of Education member Stephen Varela resigns

State Board of Education member Stephen Varela, a Republican from Pueblo, announced his resignation effective Oct. 1.
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Pair of Pirates advance to state

Junior Johnathon Smith and freshman Tyler Dimond will represent the Pagosa Springs High School Pirates at next week’s 3A state golf tournament in Pueblo.
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Obituaries
Jeffrey (L.J.) Lee Moore II
Jeffrey (L.J.) Lee Moore II was born in Fulda, Germany, on July 30, 1990, to Renee Ann Moore and Jeffrey Lee Moore.  He lived his early childhood in Las Vegas and, in 1997, Jeff moved to Pagosa …
Heath Rivas
Heath Rivas was born April 8, 1990, to Jeff and Tanya Rivas, along with big brother Seth. He arrived loud and in charge, exactly how he lived his life every day. He had a tremendous love for the …
Patricia Gail Miller
Patricia Gail Miller, known as Patty Lynn to a majority of people she came across, was born Jan. 31, 1960, in Pagosa Springs and adopted to parents Billy and Helen Lynn. She passed away in her sleep after her battle with Alzheimer’s disease and liver cirrhosis on Sept. 1, 2024, just before 1 p.m.
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Dominick Michael Heid
Dominick Michael Heid passed away on the morning of Sept. 6, 2024, at his home in Pagosa Springs. He was born to Gregg and Vicky Heid on May 21, 1990, in Aurora, Colo.
Gary Don Anglin
Gary Don Anglin, known to many as Cowboy, died Aug. 30, 2024, in Pagosa Springs, Colo. He was born Feb. 13, 1947, to Don and Minnie Jo “Jody” Anglin in Wheeler, Texas. His sister, Pam, was thrilled to have him join their family.
Sports
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Pirates pick up second consecutive win

Pirate quarterback Creede Dozier breaks away from multiple Elizabeth tacklers while rushing the ball en route to scoring a touchdown. Dozier ran for 80 yards and one touchdown on the night.

The Pagosa Springs High School Pirate football team picked up its second consecutive win this last week, defeating the Elizabeth Cardinals 33-10 on Friday, Sept. 27, at Golden Peaks Stadium.

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Lady Pirates pick up win in Cortez

The Pagosa Springs High School Lady Pirate volleyball team logged a come-from-behind league win in Cortez Tuesday night.

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Opinion
Not everyone is wired to be a caregiver. Not everyone is called, but when the need arises, people will step up and care for those they love. In my younger days, I used to tease about falling …
The Colorado Trail, an iconic 567-mile high-elevation trail that crosses the Rockies, owes its existence largely to Gudy Gaskill, a charismatic, 6-foot-tall woman who could make tough things seem …
How do we hear from God? It’s pretty simple: Listen. Are people seeking God today? Are they hearing His voice? It’s hard in all the deafening noise of the world to tune into the …
Football season is here. I’ve got my eye on three teams this year. My grandson Creede Wylie’s team is from New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, N.M. Second, Deion Sanders, Coach …
Faith

Unitarian Universalists to continue ‘What Our World Needs Now – Universalism in a Polarized Age’ series

For the month of October, we continue our series on “What Our World Needs Now: Universalism in a Polarized Age.”   Exploring the Universalism side of our denomination has been a …

107th anniversary feast day Mass for St. Francis Mission Church planned for Oct. 6

Dive into the history of southwest Colorado and you will discover a colorful tapestry created by small communities and the original settlers who defined those communities. Among the settlers who …

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Education

Charter school students take learning into the community

Second-graders at PPOS get a tour with Carolyn at the Animas Museum in Durango to learn more about what it meant to be a student in the past. Hazel said, “Life was a lot different back then. It was hard because you had the Great Depression. I am grateful I don’t have to walk to school in the morning after getting up and doing chores.”
Seven weeks, 13 trips, 110 students and three community service projects. 
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Meals on Wheels volunteers needed

For more than 50 years, the Pagosa Senior Center (established in 1971) / Archuleta Seniors Inc. (ASI, established in 2013) has been meeting the social and nutritional needs of older adults (age 60 …
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Oral Health And Cancer: A Guide On Prevention And Management
(NAPSI)—Cancer. It’s   a word no one wants to hear, but every one should be prepared for. Individuals getting cancer treatment must make many lifestyle changes. People battling cancer and …
Don’t just age, age better: 5 longevity tips for healthier aging
(BPT) - Do you know how well you’re aging? Aging well goes beyond how you look. To live a healthier, more active lifestyle as you age, it’s important to know your current health baseline …
5 simple ways to harvest your health this fall
(BPT) - Fall is here and it's time to cozy up with healthier habits! If you're looking to refresh your routine and embrace healthier habits this season, Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Dawn …
The Importance of Medicare Options for America’s Seniors
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Filling up an electric vehicle? It's easier than you think
(BPT) - What’s holding you back from buying an electric vehicle? You’ve likely heard a lot of myths and misconceptions about electric vehicle ownership, especially when it comes to how …
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Jumping into the fire that’s the TikTok scene is a lot like stepping onto a never-ending escalator of content—sometimes, you’re up; sometimes, you’re down. For many users just …
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Elevate Your Digital Security: Premier Antivirus Solutions and Cybersecurity Tools for Pagosa Springs, CO
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