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Appeal to FEMA for October 2025 flooding denied

On Monday, April 13, the state of Colorado was notified that the federal government denied Colorado’s two appeals for major disaster declarations, including one for the October 2025 flooding in …

As of press time Wednesday, the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) remained in its voluntary drought stage, but could enter a higher drought stage in upcoming weeks, according to a …

On April 9, the Pagosa Springs Town Council made two decisions regarding the future of the town’s wastewater conveyance system. Currently, the town conveys its wastewater 7 miles uphill, …

LPEA announces board election candidates, voting details

La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) has announced candidates for its 2026 board election, with voting set to open April 20.   Members will elect directors in three districts, while the …

Deadline to apply for Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) is April 30

Colorado residents are encouraged to apply for Colorado’s Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) by April 30 to access essential help with home heating bills, long-term energy savings and …

On Monday, April 13, the state of Colorado was notified that the federal government denied Colorado’s two appeals for major distaster declarations, including one for the October 2025 flooding in …

Power again restored

According to La Playa Electric Association, "LPEA members in the Pagosa Springs area are experiencing a power outage. Crews are responding and will work to restore power as soon as possible. …

Power restored

Update, 10:37 a.m.: At this time all meters are back in power. Original: According to La Plata Electric Association, “Two substations in Pagosa Springs are currently offline, impacting approximately 7,692 meters. Crews are en route.” The outages began at 8:20 …

PAWSD implements voluntary drought restrictions

On Tuesday, April 7, the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) announced that the district is implementing voluntary drought restrictions, with the agency anticipating increased drought …

Wolf Creek Ski Area ended the 2025-2026 winter season last weekend with a total season snowfall of 192 inches after a late-season winter storm dropped 19 inches of fresh snow at the ski area April …

Commissioners approve multiple paving projects

During a regular meeting held by the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) on Tuesday, April 7, the BoCC unanimously approved a contract with Strohecker Asphalt to pave Pines Drive, …

Week of April 13-18 Work activity • Crews made progress on the sidewalks in the 400 block. Sidewalk construction continues moving west in front of Pagosa Bar. • Excavation …

Town’s unofficial election results released

The initial unofficial results for Tuesday’s Town of Pagosa Springs election have been released by Town Clerk April Hessman. Hessman told the SUN that “judges counted 252 ballots” from …

On Tuesday, April 7, the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) announced that the district is implementing voluntary drought restrictions. According to a statement from the district, …

Due to ongoing  disruptions to water and sewer services, the Archuleta County Administration Office will offer limited in-person services through Friday, April 10.   While our …

Three southwest mountain passes set to close April 8 for helicopter operations

Motorists should plan for lengthy delays and full closures while the Colorado Department of Transportation completes winter maintenance and helicopter operations on Wednesday, April 8. U.S. 160 …

In a town known for its healing waters, mountain horizons and deep-rooted history, Pagosa Springs Main Street is inviting local artists to help tell the community’s story one page at a time. …

No Kings march

Snow and rain fall across region

Some long-awaited precipitation began falling across Pagosa County on Wednesday, April 1, with higher mountain elevations receiving snow and lower local elevations seeing mostly rain. As of 2 …

Water, housing and roads discussed at community forum

Dozens of community members attended a community forum hosted by Archuleta County Commissioner John Ranson at The Springs Resort on Wednesday, March 25.   Multiple county employees were …

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