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Gardeners can reuse, recycle last year’s potting soil

With inflation at an all-time high, gardeners may look for a few dirt-cheap ways to still enjoy their pastime.   Instead of replacing the potting soil in all of their planting containers, …

Bagpipes event tomorrow, free bike repair kit and handbook available

Tomorrow, Friday, May 17, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., you are invited to a free all-ages event featuring the St. Patrick’s bagpipers.   You’ll learn about bagpipes, kilts and their …

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ASI to hold nutrition education session on carbohydrates

Are you interested in learning more about carbohydrates in your diet?   Join Archuleta Seniors Inc. (ASI) on May 17 at 1:30 p.m. at the Pagosa Senior Center, 451 Hot Springs Blvd., for …

100 years ago Taken from SUN files of May 16, 1924 Two young ladies of Pagosa Springs, whose names we dare not mention under threat of mayhem, spent a delightful (?) day last Friday …

Species spotlight: thistle control

There are five thistle species on the Colorado Noxious Weed List, of which four occur here. Not all thistles are bad, however, as we have many native species that serve a role in our ecosystem. The invasive thistles often occupy the same environment and pose a risk to the survival of our native species. 

Backpacks available for free checkout at your library

With spring here and summer not too far away, we wanted to remind you that we have two backpacks available for free checkout that contain a state park pass, binoculars, a wildlife guide, a trees and …

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Immunization clinic set for May 22 at Pagosa Senior Center

The Archuleta County Public Health Department (ACPHD) welcomes the community to join us on May 22 for an immunization clinic being held at the Pagosa Senior Center — located at 451 Hot Springs …

100 years ago Taken from SUN files of May 9, 1924 A total of 120,000 brook trout, which were secured from the Durango hatchery, were placed in the San Juan river by J.B. Patterson. The …

Community picnic planned for May 31

On May 31 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., join Archuleta Seniors Inc. (ASI) for a picnic in the park.   Join us as we renew a tradition of the past hosting lunch for older adults and community …

Lifelong Learning Lectures and virtual author talks continuing this month

The free spring Lifelong Learning Lecture series continues Thursday evenings through May 23 from 6 to 7:15 p.m. with five more informative presentations:

Flakes, fries, chips and spuds: The powerful economics behind potatoes

The National Potato Council estimates the United States’ domestic potato industry created 714,000 jobs, generated $34.1 billion in wages and added $53.5 billion to the U.S. gross domestic product in one year alone.

Species Spotlight: bouncing bet

This summer, the format for articles coming from the Weed and Pest Department will be a little different.   Over the last seven years I have focused on a Weed of the Month, and after seven …

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Two free events will celebrate Children’s Book Day/El Dia de los Ninos

You are invited to two free special events to celebrate Children’s Book Day/El Dia de los Ninos. …

Taken from SUN files of April 25, 1924 Commencing last evening, this section has been visited by rain, sleet, snow, hail and wind up to the present writing — otherwise the weather is perfect.

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Lifelong Learning Lectures to begin today

The free spring Lifelong Learning Lecture series takes place Thursday evenings starting today, April 18, through May 23 from 6 to 7:15 p.m. with six informative presentations: • April 18 …

ASI taking part in celebrating Earth Day

Spring is in the air here in Archuleta County. It’s a time to appreciate and renew our dedication to protecting this beautiful planet we call home.   Since 1970, we have set aside …

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