Pagosa Springs Daily Digest Tuesday, July 07, 2026
Ty's Take
When the heat index climbs like it does in July down here at elevation, we tend to think about tourists overheating on the trails or folks forgetting water on the golf course. But the piece on Alzheimer's and extreme temps reminds us that some of our neighbors are running real danger without even knowing it—memory loss means they might not remember to come in from the sun, might not recognize thirst as a warning sign. It's the kind of quiet crisis that doesn't make headlines until something bad happens, which is exactly why it should make us pay attention now.
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Pagosa Springs SUN
Exercise caution with Alzheimer’s and extreme heat
Alzheimer's patients face heightened risks during extreme heat, as the disease impairs temperature sensitivity and judgment, making them 6% more likely to die on dangerously hot days. The Alzheimer's Association urges caregivers to prepare ahead by ensuring cool spaces, monitoring hydration,...
SpiritFire Inspirational Living Center announces upcoming events
SpiritFire Inspirational Living Center is hosting a series of spiritual events throughout July, including a medicine wheel workshop, flower communion session, and guest speaker presentation at Xanadu Ranch. The nonprofit community welcomes all backgrounds and lifestyles while offering classes...
Pagosa Unitarian Universalist Fellowship announces July schedule
The Pagosa Unitarian Universalist Fellowship's July lineup includes Sunday services featuring topics like meeting the moment and acceptance, plus a joint retreat with the Durango UU fellowship near Lake Vallecito. The congregation also offers regular meditation, qi gong, and other spiritual...
Bible study to focus on ‘Knowing God’s Covenant’
Centerpoint Church will host an 11-week Bible study beginning August 27 examining God's covenants throughout Scripture, led by Brenda and Richard Hash. The program runs Thursday mornings and requires a $25 workbook fee, with financial assistance available.
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Pagosa Daily Post
EDITORIAL: Can Archuleta County Save Itself? Part Five
Pagosa Springs faces a severe housing crisis driven by short-term rental conversions that have removed over 10% of available homes from the residential market, yet the county government has largely ignored the problem while the town's modest impact fee generates only $50,000 annually. An editorial...
Colorado Prepares for New Law Controlling Semiautomatic Weapons
Colorado is implementing a major shift in gun purchasing laws, requiring permit-to-purchase training for buyers seeking popular semiautomatic firearms. State officials are preparing for the new requirements that represent one of the largest changes to the state's firearm regulations in recent years.
READY, FIRE, AIM: A Fourth of July Story
Pagosa Springs hosted an America 250 celebration at Yamaguchi Park that drew families and diverse community members for patriotic festivities and local history storytelling, though the severe drought meant no fireworks this year. The commentary reflects on unexpected encounters with residents and...
Pagosa real estate sales are down 14% year-to-date while the region faces a severe drought with the San Juan River running dangerously low at 41 cubic feet per second; however, downtown construction is nearing completion with the Lewis Street intersection expected to reopen by July 18. Home sales...
OPINION: Forest Service ‘Fuels Reduction’ is Forestry Malpractice
An opinion piece argues that Forest Service fuels reduction practices may be misguided, as the region's wildfire crisis stems primarily from climate-driven hotter, drier forests rather than simply excess vegetation. The commentary questions whether current management approaches adequately address...
Do I Need to Subscribe to the Daily Post?
The Pagosa Daily Post deliberately operates without email subscriptions or newsletters, maintaining its original 2004 vision as a simple, free, ad-supported community news source staffed by volunteers. The approach prioritizes accessibility and local accountability over the modern publishing trend...
OPINION: Wild Horses and Media Missteps
An opinion piece addresses media coverage of wild horses, drawing on over a decade of personal experience with America's free-roaming herds in the Siskiyou Mountains. The author advocates for more accurate and nuanced reporting on wildlife conservation issues.
OPINION: Reflecting on Our Agrarian Roots on America’s 250th Birthday
American farmers generate record wealth through food production yet receive minimal compensation, with dairy farmers earning just 3.3 cents of every consumer food dollar despite producing 5.8 billion more pounds of milk in 2025. An agricultural coalition argues that strengthening farm profitability...
THE DAILY YONDER: What Do Farmers Say About Climate Change?
A Daily Yonder interview explores how farmers view and experience climate change impacts on their operations and livelihoods. The Q&A format highlights rural perspectives on a critical agricultural challenge facing the nation.
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