Pagosa Springs Daily Digest Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Ty's Take
Between the insurance stories, the housing law coverage, and those end-of-life education pieces, what's really surfacing this week is how many of us are trying to plan for something—whether that's keeping a roof over our heads when carriers bail, putting down roots when prices have gotten stupid, or making peace with what comes at the end. These aren't separate conversations in a town like ours. A young family worried about homeownership, an older couple with a house nobody will insure, someone wanting to make clear decisions about their final days—it's all the same thread about stability and dignity. Pagosa's always been a place where people come to start over or settle in for the long haul, and right now there's enough uncertainty that folks are right to be thinking hard about what happens next.
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End of Life Education to spend time on Colorado end-of-life laws
Pagosa Springs will host two educational sessions on end-of-life planning in May, starting with a May 13 discussion of Colorado's medical aid-in-dying laws at Community United Methodist Church. A May 21 presentation will explore environmentally friendly funeral options including green burials and...
SpiritFire Inspirational Living Center announces events
SpiritFire Inspirational Living Center, a welcoming community focused on positive thinking and personal growth, is hosting a Mother's Day potluck on May 10 and a Vietnam Veterans Giveback Day on May 17 with free treatments for participating veterans. The nonprofit also offers ongoing educational...
Pagosa Unitarian Universalist Fellowship to hold Going Deeper Sharing Circle
The Pagosa Unitarian Universalist Fellowship meets monthly for spiritual sharing circles and hosts multiple community programs including meditation and qigong classes at their Greenbriar Plaza location. The fellowship is actively involved in LGBTQ+ outreach and partners with regional diversity...
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Pagosa Daily Post
EDITORIAL: A Safe Place for Young Men with Developmental Disabilities, Part One
Aspen House, a nonprofit founded in 2015 to provide safe housing for adults with developmental disabilities, broke ground on May 1 for a long-awaited residential project after 11 years of planning. The organization, led by founders Patricia Brown and Carolyn Paschal, received strong community...
THE DAILY YONDER: Growing Rye in Drought-Stricken Colorado
Colorado farmers in the drought-stricken San Luis Valley are increasingly growing rye as a water-efficient crop alternative, using just 10-12 inches of water per acre compared to 24-26 inches for alfalfa. The Rye Resurgence Project, launched in 2023, is helping neighbors adopt this practical...
READY, FIRE, AIM: Tax the Rich… So We Don’t Have to Eat Them
A local opinion column examines wealth inequality and tax policy, using humor and biblical references to explore debates about taxing the wealthy versus economic disparity. The writer reflects on how tax structures have evolved and questions current fairness in the tax system.
Pagosa Chamber Now Accepting Applications for 17th Annual Car Show
The Pagosa Springs Chamber of Commerce is accepting registrations for its 17th annual Car Show on June 12-13 at Yamaguchi Park, with a $50 entry fee for the first vehicle. New attractions this year include a cornhole tournament and 1/25 scale model car show, plus returning favorites like the Pagosa...
Governor Polis Signs New Law to Increase Home Ownership Opportunities
Governor Polis signed legislation updating Colorado's Affordable Home Ownership Program to help more working families purchase homes by increasing income eligibility limits and adding flexibility for mountain resort communities. The new law reflects rising construction costs and interest rates that...
Dropped by Your Home Insurer? Steps to Take in Colorado
Colorado homeowners facing insurance non-renewals should act quickly within the state's 60-day notice period to shop for coverage and understand their rights through the Department of Insurance. The nonprofit United Policyholders offers guidance on finding affordable options and accessing the...
Colorado Lawmakers Extend Teacher Prep Program Amid Pleas from Parents and Students
Colorado lawmakers extended the Teacher Recruitment Education and Preparation program by one year following pushback from parents and students concerned about losing college funding opportunities. The program will now accept one final cohort of high school seniors before ending in July 2027.
OPINION: Why the Communist Idea Still Matters
An opinion piece challenges the dismissal of communism as a failed ideology, arguing that reducing complex political ideas to their worst historical implementations oversimplifies political analysis. The author contends that judging communism solely by Soviet-era failures ignores the distinction...
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