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Somewhere in the San Luis Valley, tucked between mountain ranges and wide-open sky, Monte Vista, Colorado is quietly making a case for being one of the best places to live that most people have never seriously considered. It’s the kind of town that doesn’t brag about itself, and honestly, that’s...
SOUTHWEST COLORADO — On Friday afternoon, Nov. 6, Colorado Highway 17 was fully opened to travel through Colorado and New Mexico. With Highway 17 extending into New Mexico, it provides a critical route connecting Pagosa Springs with the San Luis Valley and points beyond in Colorado. Motorists have regained a critical route to Pagosa Springs and detour travel times have been significantly reduced.
For families raising children with specialized therapy needs, finding care close to home isn’t always easy—especially in rural communities like Monte Vista. Dr. Mikaila Pence and her team at the Children’s Specialty Clinic of the San Luis Valley are working to change that, bringing specialized care and learning opportunities closer to home and helping local children build skills, confidence, and independence.
It’s nearly Colorado Gives Day, and the San Luis Valley Great Outdoors is taking advantage of the marketing campaign to run a separate campaign alongside Colorado Gives Day called “Rise Above the Ruts.”. On this episode of the Outdoor Citizen Podcast, we’re joined by Ian Muñoz, the crew...
