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Support local food pantries at Saturday food drive

Please join us in supporting the community during the upcoming quarterly food drive on Saturday, Aug. 31, at City Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Habitat for Humanity volunteer spotlight: Kate Crawford

While Kate Crawford and her husband had been coming to Pagosa Springs for 30 years to vacation, they made the permanent move to Pagosa Springs in 2018. When she arrived, she knew she wanted to get involved in her new community.

County offices at 449 San Juan St. temporarily closed following threat

According to Archuleta County, all offices located in the old courthouse, 449 San Juan St., will temporarily be closed until further notice. The offices include the clerk and recorder, …

21st annual Duck Race

Columbine Ranger District planning prescribed burns in Beaver Meadows, Southern HD Mountains

To reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire and improve forest health, the Columbine Ranger District is planning to burn approximately 5,000 acres in the Beaver Meadows and Southern HD mountains of the San Juan National Forest. 
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Obituaries
Janice L. Riggs
Services for Janice L. Riggs (1944-2024) will be held at St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, 225 S. Pagosa Blvd., in Pagosa Springs, Colo., on Oct. 12, at 10 a.m. There will be a light reception …
Raymond Martinez
Raymond was born in Del Norte, Colo., on Aug. 18, 1945, to Juan B. and Pablita Martinez. Raymond grew up in Pagosa Springs and graduated from Pagosa High School in 1964, where he excelled in athletics.
Laura Jean Hauge
Laura Jean Hauge, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, passed away peacefully on Aug. 14, 2024. Born on Sept. 3, 1958, in Albuquerque, N.M., Laura grew up in Boulder, Colo.
William ‘Bill’ Downey
With deep sadness, the family of Bill Downey announces his passing  early Saturday morning, Aug. 17, at the of age 81, in Pagosa Springs following an extended illness.
Heather Marie Wheeler
Heather Marie Wheeler — 4/12/1981 to 8/8/2024. Heather was a beautiful person inside and out. She loved her family and friends dearly. She was the strongest and most giving of anyone that I’ve ever known.
Sports

Mountain bike team opens season with Cloud City Challenge

Junior Weston Phillips makes his way through the JV boys to move from a 38th start place to a 14th-place finish at the Cloud City Challenge in Leadville last weekend.

Kicking off a much-anticipated race season, the Pagosa Springs DUST2 mountain bike team raced in Leadville, Colo., (10,119 feet) last weekend. 

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Pirates to kick off season with Saturday home game

The Pagosa Springs High School Pirate boys’ soccer team will be kicking off its season this weekend with a home match against the Central Grand Junction Warriors at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 31, at Golden Peaks Stadium.

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Lady Pirates go 3-2 to open season

The Pagosa Springs High School Lady Pirate volleyball went 3-2 in its first week of the season.

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With depression rates on the rise along with the onslaught of negative distractions trying to get everyone’s attention, perhaps it is time to reflect on one question: “Do you seek happiness or joy?”
The company I work for recently built a new ticket office at the base of Buttermilk Mountain in Aspen, Colo. Environmentally, we killed it: argon-gas-filled windows, super-thick insulation and comprehensive air sealing, 100 percent electrification using heat pumps instead of gas boilers.
“Call my kids,” I yelled to the EMTs. “Tell them what happened.” Everything went blurry.
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Faith

‘Aging Faithfully’ book study for women to start Sept. 9

According to market research, the median age of women is rising. Following the upward trend is the makeup and cosmetic surgery industries which have surpassed a combined value of $674 billion. Yet, neither of these industries help women embrace the beauty of aging.

Unitarian Universalists will discuss ‘The Tool of Curiosity in Love and Oneness’

The following two quotes are from the Rev. Ron Phares and the Rev. Ruth Rinehart, respectively, shared at two different Sunday services in August.

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Healthy Archuleta announces upcoming events

This Saturday’s Garden Conversation at the Pagosa Springs Community Garden will discuss heat in the garden.   Come learn from fellow gardeners about how our gardens are fairing with …
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Americans serve together to honor and remember Sept. 11
(BPT) - More than two decades ago, on Sept. 11, 2001, many lost their lives in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. From across America, people stepped forward — uniting to help the families of those …
Have a Heart for Caregivers: 8 expert tips for volunteers to care for themselves, too
(Family Features) Survivors of heart attacks or strokes may have additional health and personal care needs, often relying on a family member or close friend to help.
Making the Grade with Medicaid and CHIP
(BPT) - Back-to-school season is in full swing, which means it’s time to make sure your kids have the essentials they need for a successful school year. Health coverage should be at the top of …
Join the Movement: Celebrate Blue Star Welcome Week and Support Military Families
Join the Movement: Celebrate Blue Star Welcome Week and Support Military Families
(NewsUSA) - The average military family moves three times as often as their civilian peers, and most of these permanent change of station (PCS) moves occur during the summer, according to Blue Star …
5 easy ways to nourish your brain
(BPT) - What are you doing to nourish your brain on a daily basis? Many people eat a balanced diet and work out to nourish and support their bodies and their overall health, but it's just as …
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