Pagosa Springs Daily Digest Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Ty's Take
Josh Sanchez coming in as the new principal at Pagosa High is the kind of institutional stability this town needs right now, especially with wildfire season bearing down and half the county's attention split between tourism dollars and survival logistics. A new leader at the school matters more than most realize—he's going to be the steady hand during evacuations, the voice parents call when their kids are worried, the adult in the room when the smoke rolls in again. Sanchez has got big shoes to fill and a community watching close. Here's hoping he understands that in a place like this, the principal isn't just running a school. He's holding part of what keeps Pagosa together.
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New principal named for Pagosa Springs High School
Joshua Sanchez, the current middle school principal and a Pagosa Springs High School graduate, has been named the next principal of Pagosa Springs High School. The Archuleta School District conducted a comprehensive hiring process that included interviews, community forums, and leadership...
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Pagosa Daily Post
Josh Sanchez Selected as Pagosa Springs High School Principal
Joshua Sanchez, the current middle school principal and a Pagosa Springs High School graduate, has been named the next principal of Pagosa Springs High School. The Archuteta School District conducted a comprehensive hiring process that included interviews, community forums, and leadership...
EDITORIAL: A Report on Recent Wildfire Discussions, Part Four
As Colorado faces an exceptionally active wildfire season, local officials are grappling with how to balance public safety concerns with the tourism industry that supports mountain resort towns like Pagosa Springs. County Sheriff Mike Le Roux warned of a dangerous fire season ahead while noting...
Colorado Governor Polis Signs $46.8 Billion Budget
Governor Jared Polis signed Colorado's $46.8 billion state budget after months of difficult decisions to address a $1 billion shortfall, with education and emergency response funding largely protected while Medicaid and other services faced cuts. The balanced budget included a general fund increase...
BIG PIVOTS: Colorado Wildfire Season, By the Numbers
Colorado is bracing for what could be its most challenging wildfire season yet, with firefighters already deploying significantly more retardants through April than in all of 2025 following record-breaking heat and exceptional dryness. Governor Polis emphasized that the state's wildfire...
READY, FIRE, AIM: Nothing to Do But Waste Our Lives Away
A commentary explores how men's labor force participation has dropped dramatically from 87% in 1949 to 67% today, while more women are entering the workforce to compensate for the decline. The piece raises concerns about economic opportunity and notes that artificial intelligence is expected to...
2026 Habitat Homes Get More Concrete
Habitat for Humanity of Archuleta County has begun its 2026 building season with four new homes underway, as foundations have been formed and construction is progressing quickly. The organization welcomes volunteers to assist during its Tuesday-through-Saturday work schedule and encourages...
Colorado Lawmakers Move to Protect Coloradans from Harmful ‘Right to Natural Gas’ Initiative
Colorado lawmakers are advancing legislation to protect residents from potential negative effects of a ballot initiative seeking to establish a constitutional 'right to natural gas,' which critics say could increase energy costs and spark costly lawsuits. Conservation Colorado and industry...
Congressional Candidate Alex Kelloff Meet-and-Greet Event Tonight in Pagosa Springs
Democratic congressional candidate Alex Kelloff is hosting a meet-and-greet in Pagosa Springs as part of his 'By the People Tour' across Colorado's 3rd District, where he aims to involve community members in building a shared vision for the region. Kelloff's workshop-style events are designed to...
Lopez Campaign Announces Taralyn Romero as Lieutenant Governor Running Mate
Independent gubernatorial candidate Greg Lopez announced healthcare executive and property rights advocate Taralyn Romero as his running mate for lieutenant governor, bringing 25 years of industry experience and a focus on rooting out government waste. Romero's platform emphasizes protecting...
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