Pagosa Springs Daily Digest Friday, September 11, 2026
Ty's Take
The Forest Service is pushing prescribed burns through the San Juan this fall, and anybody who's watched smoke roll into town from a lightning strike knows the math they're working with: burn it controlled now or deal with something far worse when the next dry summer hits and fire moves fast enough to outrun the evacuation sirens. Two confirmed West Nile cases here in Archuleta County adds another layer to why this matters, since drought stress and wildfire aftermath tend to breed the conditions mosquitoes love. Meanwhile, LPEA's got folks thinking hard about where the power comes from and what it costs, which turns out to be the same conversation we're having about water and fire and growth. Some of this gets settled in conference rooms and some of it gets settled by weather, but none of it gets settled by pretending it's somebody else's problem.
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Pagosa Springs SUN
LPEA invites members to Power Supply Town Hall ahead of key board decision
La Plata Electric Association will hold a Power Supply Town Hall on Monday, September 14, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at its Durango headquarters to discuss future energy options before the board makes key decisions on Wednesday, September 16. Members can attend in person at 45 Stewart St. in Durango or...
Two local cases of West Nile virus confirmed
Archuleta County Public Health has confirmed two cases of West Nile virus in the county, which is spread through infected mosquito bites. Most infected people show no symptoms, but serious illness is possible, particularly for those over 60 or with certain medical conditions; residents should seek...
San Juan National Forest plans fall prescribed fires
The San Juan National Forest plans to conduct prescribed fire operations beginning as early as mid-September through the fall to reduce vegetation and protect communities and infrastructure from wildfires. Smoke from the Columbine Ranger District will be visible from Arboles, Bayfield, and Pagosa...
25th anniversary 9/11 Remembrance and Day of Service set
A commemorative ceremony honoring the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks will be held Friday, September 11, at Veterans Memorial Park in Pagosa Springs beginning at 11 a.m., organized by Vets 4 Vets of Archuleta County, the Sarah Platt Decker Chapter of the Daughters of the...
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Pagosa Daily Post
EDITORIAL: Town Planning Commission Considering Developments on Sept. 8, Part Three
The Pagosa Springs Town Planning Commission discussed the proposed 70-acre Ponderosa Mountain subdivision adjacent to Great West Avenue on September 8, with the town's Development Director actively promoting the project while approximately 90% of public testimony opposed the development. The...
LIBRARY NEWS: Thank You to Our Amazing Library Staff
The staff of the Ruby Sisson Library deserves recognition for their dedication over the past year, during which they moved thousands of books twice, endured construction challenges including chemical smells and plumbing failures, and continued to serve patrons with compassion and patience. Despite...
An essay explores the life and work of science fiction author Isaac Asimov, whose prolific career included writing over 500 books and developing the famous Three Laws of Robotics that governed his fictional robot characters. The piece reflects on how Asimov's 1950 collection "I, Robot" envisioned a...
EDITORIAL: Promises, Promises, Promises
Colorado's 2026 governor's race features Republican candidate Victor Marx, who has never held public office but claims experience in rescue operations and community building, and has posted campaign videos addressing public safety, state budget, and other issues on his campaign website. Marx blames...
Colorado Town Challenging ICE Facility in Court
The town of Hudson is facing a lawsuit seeking to block a planned immigration detention center at the dormant Big Horn Correctional Facility, with three Hudson residents recently added as plaintiffs alongside other groups challenging the project. The lawsuit argues that a conditional use permit...
ESSAY: Thousands of Tarantulas Trek Across Colorado Each Year
An essay celebrates the annual migration of male tarantulas across Colorado's plains, with La Junta hosting its Tarantula Fest on September 25 and 26 featuring parades, festivities, and opportunities to learn about these remarkable arachnids. Male tarantulas undertake journeys of up to ten miles to...
ARCHULETA SENIORS: Celebrating Grandparents Day
Grandparents Day on Sunday, September 13, offers a special opportunity to recognize the invaluable contributions grandparents make to families and communities through love, guidance, and wisdom. A simple phone call, visit, card, or expression of gratitude can mean a great deal to older adults who...
HEALTHY ARCHULETA: ‘Kids in the Mountain’ Garden Education Program
The Kids in the Mountain Garden Education Program (KIMGE) brought children ages 5 through 12 and their families together for four weeks in August to learn about food origins, healthy eating, and community through hands-on gardening and cooking activities. The program featured KIMGE, a Colorado...
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