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Pagosa Springs Daily Digest Monday, July 20, 2026

Ty McDuffey

20 Jul 2026 — 1 min read

Ty's Take

Wildfire season's still three months out and the smoke's already settling into the valley—which tells you something about what's burning up in the high country and how the wind's running these days. The county health folks are right to flag the risk for folks over sixty-five, the ones who've already got breathing trouble or heart issues, because when that smoke rolls in thick it doesn't much care who you are or how long you've lived here. What strikes me is how the warnings are hitting at the same time the churches and community centers are hosting their regular gatherings—Story Sunday, the spiritual events, the places where people actually gather. That's where the real public health message gets heard, not in a county notice. Pagosa's always been good about neighbors checking on neighbors when things get hard, and smoke season's no different.

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SpiritFire Inspirational Living Center announces upcoming event

The SpiritFire Inspirational Living Center will host a Bizarre Bazaar fundraiser on July 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Xanadu. The nonprofit community center welcomes all backgrounds and offers educational classes alongside regular events; interested residents can reach out by email or phone for more...

Pagosa Unitarian Universalist Fellowship to hold Story Sunday

The Pagosa Unitarian Universalist Fellowship invites the community to Story Sunday this July 19 at 10:30 a.m., featuring storyteller Libby Krause exploring themes of acceptance. The fellowship, located in Greenbriar Plaza, also offers ongoing meditation, qigong, and discussion groups for spiritual...

Wildfire smoke and seniors: protecting your health

Archuleta Seniors Inc. reminds older adults that wildfire smoke can affect health even from distant fires, and recommends staying indoors with air filters and avoiding strenuous activities during poor air quality days. Seniors should monitor air reports, stay hydrated, and seek medical attention if...

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