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$7.2 million in grant funds now available to reduce wildfire risk

The Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS) is now accepting applications for the Forest Restoration and Wildfire Risk Mitigation (FRWRM) Grant Program. Community groups, homeowner associations, …

The 73rd annual Archuleta County Fair is Aug. 1-4, with the event set to feature a number of timeless traditions. The fair will be open at the Archuleta County Fairgrounds, located at 344 U.S. …

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At a July 23 meeting, the Pagosa Springs Planning Commission started a conversation about restricting development within existing town parks and open spaces.

August events announced for Chimney Rock National Monument

At Chimney Rock National Monument, you can view the stars, the full moon or take a tour of this majestic place where the ancient Puebloans used to live.  Chimney Rock offers monthly programs, annual events and guided tours that are fun and educational for the whole family. 

On July 25, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA’s) Forest Service is making $190 million available to help private forest landowners adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change and retain working forestlands.

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Scattered showers expected this weekend

The warm weather and clear skies will continue through today, Thursday, Aug. 1, with a high forecast at 91 degrees, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).

New public art creation to be unveiled on June 27

The early inhabitants of the San Juan River area were the Ute people, who throughout the 1700s and 1800s continued to pass through the forest and valleys of their homelands in the San Juan River and …

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Archuleta County currently free of drought

According to the U.S. Drought Monitor (USDM), as of July 18, there are no portions of Archuleta County in any drought stage for the second consecutive week.

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On July 18, the Pagosa Springs Town Council voted unanimously to reject a plan to construct new parking spaces in a corner of the Town Park athletic field.

Air quality alert flags fly at Pagosa Ranger District office

Most of us are familiar with the Smokey Bear sign in front of the Pagosa Ranger District office that alerts us to the current fire conditions in the San Juan National Forest, but did you know that Smokey now also has air quality flags to alert us to current air pollution conditions? 

BLM proposes plan to conserve wildlife, manage oil and gas in Colorado

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) recently announced proposed changes to existing BLM resource management plans to promote the conservation of wildlife corridors and priority big game habitat on public lands in Colorado, including through management of oil and gas activities and other efforts to incorporate the best available science.

BLM Southwest Resource Advisory Council to meet Aug. 8

The Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM’s) Southwest Resource Advisory Council will hold a meeting on Aug. 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Uncompahgre Field Office, 2465 S. Townsend Ave. in Montrose. 

San Juan Outdoor Club to meet Aug. 1

The San Juan Outdoor Club is in the middle of its summer hiking season. 

Colorado State Patrol urges watching speed when super cruising

Colorado’s Western Slope offers breathtaking views. The roads also present some additional hazards that require motorists to be focused. 

Colorado State Patrol: Motorcycle crash fatalities on the rise

The 100 deadliest days of summer is the well-known time between Memorial Day and Labor Day where law enforcement sees an increase in traffic crashes and fatalities. July frequently ends up being the peak month for various crash types investigated by Colorado troopers, including those involving motorcycles.

ColorFest event tickets now on sale

The summer is flying by, and fall is right around the corner.  That means that planning for ColorFest activities, Sept. 20-22, is in full swing. 

Rio Grande National Forest’s Forest Specialist Series to focus on alpine plants

Join Rachel Hosna on Wednesday, July 24, for the Rio Grande National Forest’s July edition of the Forest Specialist Series. 

August plant walks with Lake McCullough scheduled

Saturday, Aug. 3, will be the final outing this summer to learn about our high-elevation native plants with certified herbalist Lake McCullough. 

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The Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) heard an update from the Veterans Memorial Park (VMP) Board of Directors at its July 11 work session, featuring progress on the park and a request for funding to construct a pavilion.

64th annual Little Beaver Celebration to be held in Dulce

The Jicarilla Apache Nation has released the schedule of events for the 64th annual Little Beaver Celebration in Dulce, N.M.   The parade will be held at 10 a.m on Saturday with the theme …

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