Pagosa Springs Daily Digest Monday, October 19, 2026
Ty's Take
There's something worth noticing in what's happening around town this week, and it doesn't require much reading between the lines. Free college application days landing right here, a school pushing hard on reading and literacy, an Oktoberfest that'll draw families together, and reminders to get your flu shot so the whole community stays healthy. These aren't random announcements. They're the bones of what keeps a town like this standing, what separates places that grow from places that fade. Our kids get encouraged toward futures beyond the county line, we keep each other well, we read and think and know things, we show up for each other when it matters. Sounds simple when you list it out like that. Most days it's harder than it sounds.
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Pagosa Springs SUN
Colorado students can apply to college for free during the ninth annual Colorado Free Application Days, running October 20 through 22, when all 31 public colleges and universities in the state along with many private institutions waive application fees. Last year, more than 70,000 Coloradans...
Protect yourself and others from the flu
As flu season approaches, seniors are urged to get vaccinated, wash hands frequently, avoid sick contacts, and stay home if they develop fever or flu-like symptoms to protect themselves and their community. Flu shots are available at local pharmacies, doctor's offices, health clinics, and public...
The world reads. Why don’t we?
A local librarian reflects on the reverence for reading and libraries observed throughout the world, noting that many international destinations feature abundant books in public spaces and hotel lobbies, while encouraging Americans to take better advantage of reading's proven health benefits....
Our Savior Lutheran School to hold Oktoberfest Pig Roast
Our Savior Lutheran School will host its first Oktoberfest Fundraiser and Pig Roast on Saturday, October 24, from 5 to 9 p.m., featuring a full pig roast prepared on-site, live music from Mountain Alibi, silent and live auctions, and refreshments. Tickets are $50 for individual entry or $300 for a...
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