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Early Tuesday afternoon, the Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) announced that an investigation is taking place into the apparent homicide of a 39-year-old woman. According to the …

The unofficial results of the June 25 primary election have been released, with Archuleta County voters sending John Ranson to the November general election for Archuleta County commissioner for District 2.

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At a June 24 meeting of the Archuleta County Road and Bridge Advisory Committee, Road and Bridge Manager Eric McRae explained that county roads were impacted by a large number of washouts caused by …

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Housing project receives $4.75 million grant

The Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA), through the Division of Housing’s state housing board, announced on Tuesday, June 25, that it awarded more than $41 million in rental and homeownership support for a total of 414 housing units to be constructed across the state.

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Dispatch board discusses possible changes

The Archuleta County Combined Dispatch Emergency Communications Executive Management Board held a work session on June 11, to discuss proposed changes to the intergovernmental agreement (IGA) between the agencies that support and use dispatch.

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Commissioners hear update on health department

At a June 18 work session of the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC), the board heard an update on public health from Archuleta County Public Health Department (ACPHD) Executive Director Ashley Wilson.

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At its June 4 meeting, the Pagosa Fire Protection District (PFPD) Board of Directors voted to hold a public hearing and vote on imposing fees for out-of-district responses at its upcoming July 2 …

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Sales tax revenues continue to rise

Sales tax revenues for Archuleta County continue to rise in 2024 compared to sales tax revenues received in 2023, according to a press release from Archuleta County Finance Director Chad Eaton.

The Colorado Department of Transportation and contract partner Intermountain Slurry Seal will proceed with roadway surface improvements to U.S. 160 starting mid-June. The work includes approximately …

Today, Sunday, June 16, firefighters will continue to mop up and patrol the fire line on the Snow Ranch Fire, as well as remove fire-weakened trees that may otherwise fall across roads. The fire …

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Commissioners ratify Woodman separation agreement

At its June 4 meeting, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) ratified a separation agreement with former county manager Derek Woodman.

Spring cemetery cleanup continuing

Every May, the Town of Pagosa Springs performs an annual clean-up of Hilltop Cemetery. 

Smoke is expected to be visible from U.S. 160 today as fire personnel continue to respond to a fire that was reported on Tuesday, June 11. The Snow Ranch Fire, approximately 11 miles west of …

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School district presents draft budget

The Archuleta School District Board of Education (BOE) held a work session on Tuesday, May 28, in which Assistant Finance Director Eric Burt presented the 2024-2025 draft budget for the district.

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At its June 5 meeting, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved drafting a letter of intent to purchase a piece of property south of U.S. 160 near South Pagosa Boulevard for the construction of a new county administration building.

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On June 4, the Pagosa Springs Town Council tabled its decision on whether it will sell or lease a portion of town-owned property on Trujillo Road to La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) for the installation of its new substation. 

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County road projects ongoing

A variety of road work is ongoing in Archuleta County, including the milling and repaving of County Road (CR) 119 (also known as Light Plant Road), stabilization on U.S. 84 about 8 miles north of the New Mexico border and magnesium chloride application on a number of county roads.

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Graduation 2024

Pagosa Springs High School (PSHS) students, staff, family and friends gathered at Golden Peaks Stadium on Saturday, June 1, to celebrate 79 graduating seniors.

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Charter school students study world religions, visit Denver

From May 14 to May 16, the seventh/eighth grade class at Pagosa Peak Open School went to Denver for its “Can’t We All Just Get Along” project, teaching them about world religion and government. 

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The Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) Board of Directors voted to award a partial waiver of capital investment fees (CIFs) to the Trails at Pagosa Springs affordable housing project at 116 Alpha Drive following an extensive debate at its May 23 meeting.

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