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Mountain Express Transit announces fare-free July and August

Zero Fare For Better Air, We’ll Get You There is a collaborative, statewide initiative designed to reduce ground-level ozone by increasing the use of transit. 
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Water boards approve grazing, sand and gravel leases for Running Iron Ranch

The Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) and San Juan Water Conservancy District (SJWCD) boards of directors approved a grazing lease, as well as a sand and gravel lease extension, with the Weber family for Running Iron Ranch at June 13 and June 17 meetings.
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Board of Health hears about issues with septic system designs

At a June 20 meeting of the Archuleta County Board of Health (BoH), the board heard a presentation from Water Quality Manager Kevin Torrez concerning issues with the on-site wastewater treatment system (OWTS) regulations previously used by San Juan Basin Public Health (SJBPH) and discussed potential paths forward.
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Public comment sought on new Jackson Mountain proposal

The U.S. Forest Service is now taking comments on its draft environmental assessment for the Jackson Mountain Landscape Project. 
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Commissioners approve revisions to land use regulations

At June 4 and June 18 meetings, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved changes to the county’s land use regulations (LUR) concerning outdoor storage, neighborhood meetings, and short-term rental (STR) permitting and regulations.
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Obituaries
Wayne Harry Lumbattis
Wayne Harry Lumbattis passed away on April 10, 2024, in Winslow, Ariz., on his way back home in Pagosa Springs, Colo. He was born Dec. 10, 1933, in Long Beach, Calif., to Morris Charles and Viola Lillian (Davis) Lumbattis.
Linda Lister Bolduc 
Linda Lister Bolduc passed away in the spring of 2024 in Scottsdale, Ariz. 
Janice Lynn Riggs
Janice Lynn Riggs, 1944-2024, lived her life as a wonderful, loving and courageous woman. Born in Duluth, Minn., growing up she loved playing on the shores of Lake Superior with her sisters, Marcia and Carol, and cousin, Charlie.
David Billy Quintana
David Billy Quintana, 72, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away, with his family by his side, on June 26, 2024. He was born on May 5, 1952, in Durango, Colo., to Amarante Quintana and Margie (Silva) Quintana. 
James ‘Jim’ Michael Boyle
James Michael Boyle passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024, in Durango, Colo. 
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Opinion
Every year our oldest daughter and her husband come from California for their vacation. And every year our son-in-law brings a new USA flag with him.   This act of kindness is not random, …
Imagine Westerners waking up one morning only to discover that many of their most-cherished wetlands have dried up, gone. This is not fiction during these times of determining the true value of …
When you hear the name Titanic, what comes to mind? A giant iceberg? A moonless night? An 882.5-foot luxury liner meeting a watery grave along with more than half of her passengers and crew? The …
It is not hewn from costly stones or precious marble. It is not spread with fine, pure-white linen cloths. Neither is it surrounded by alabaster statues; no crucifix is raised above it to remind me …
Faith

New Thought Center to meet Sunday

The Sunday service on June 30 at 10:30 a.m. with Julie Loar, award-winning author and astrologer, will be “Origins of the Zodiac Signs.”   “And let them be for signs and …

New Thought Center to meet Sunday

The Sunday service on June 23 at 10:30 a.m. will include live music with Shelly, meditation and group discussion.   Upcoming events June 20, 6 p.m.: Illuminations with Paulette …

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Sports

74th annual Red Ryder Roundup Rodeo set for July 4-6

Cowboys and cowgirls from various states, on their trusty steeds, will travel to compete for prizes and prize money in the upcoming Red Ryder Roundup Rodeo. The event is also filled with a variety of exhibition events to make an entertaining traditional American rodeo event.

The Red Ryder Roundup Rodeo began in Pagosa Springs in 1949 and has been a town and rodeo tradition ever since. 

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New bocce ball court completed, Wi-Fi coming to town parks

At its regular meeting held on June 6, the Combined Parks and Recreation Advisory Board heard a report from Pagosa Springs Parks and Recreation Director Darren Lewis.

Education

Early Childhood Council offers free college courses for early childhood educators

The Early Childhood Council of Archuleta County (ECCAC) is pleased to showcase the educators from Seeds of Learning, Wings Early Childhood Center and Pagosa Springs Elementary School who recently completed a locally held college course. 
Food

TARA Food Pantry receives grants for food

The TARA Food Pantry in Arboles has been able to procure two grants this month.   These grants will make the TARA Food Pantry sustainable and able to offer more quality produce, dairy and …
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Hurricane Beryl’s rapid intensification to Category 5 is alarming: Here’s why more tropical storms are exploding in strength
Hurricane Beryl hit the island of Carriacou, Grenada, on July 1, 2024, with 150 mph sustained winds. NOAA Hurricane Beryl was the latest Atlantic storm to rapidly intensify, growing quickly from …
Extreme heat can be deadly, but you can take steps to stay safe.
Cool Ways to Protect Yourself from Heat-Related Illness
(NAPSI)—Much of the U.S. could face hotter than normal conditions this year as the climate crisis drives higher temperatures—but you can keep yourself and those you care about safe.   …
2024's best cities for grilling meat
Lawn Love ranked U.S. cities based on local interest in grilling, access to butchers and the average cost of meat.
When will rural areas get good internet?
(BPT) - Do you live in a rural area? How’s your internet service? Is it good, bad ... or just not there?People in big cities usually have at least one good option to get strong internet. …
Celebrate Salad Season Outside the Bowl
(Family Features) From putting a family meal on the table after activities to hosting a large crowd at your next get-together, a seasonal favorite like Caesar salad can serve as the perfect canvas for creating quick, easy-to-prepare meals like Creamy Truffle Caesar Pork Sandwiches and Chicken Caesar Tacos.
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Elevate Your Digital Security: Premier Antivirus Solutions and Cybersecurity Tools for Pagosa Springs, CO
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