Purgatory Resort’s new chairlift won’t open this winter as planned
Regulatory delays push construction to 2026; bike park expected to reopen next summer
DATE: Sep 9, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
CPW grant money goes toward reduction of human-bear conflict in Southwest Colorado
La Plata County, Mancos and Silverton will direct funds to trash containers and code enforcement
DATE: Sep 9, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Is this what life after 50 looks like?
Durango’s Seniors Outdoors! club offers connection, challenge on trails across Colorado
DATE: Sep 5, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
La Plata County manager candidate speaks to community
John Cattles is the sole finalist for position; commissioners hope to make a final decision by end of week
DATE: Aug 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Drought drives surge in bear encounters as trash issues persist
Wildlife advocates say ineffective code enforcement and policy gaps exacerbate problem
DATE: Aug 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Chief Judge Jeffrey Wilson to retire after 23 years on bench in Durango
6th Judicial District Nominating Commission will interview applicants Oct. 8; position to be filled by Jan. 2
DATE: Aug 26, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
County will ask voters to approve 1% sales tax hike in November
Commissioners say new funding is needed as gas revenue declines
DATE: Aug 26, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Dutch ovens, cowboy hats and biscuits: Chuckwagon dinner returns to La Plata County
Cattlemen's association hosts 23rd annual community cookout
DATE: Aug 26, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Blue Ridge Fire a symptom of larger problem
Unpermitted structures, illegal campfires and lax enforcement blamed for heightened wildfire risks in Forest Lakes subdivision
DATE: Aug 25, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Single finalist remains for La Plata County manager after applicant withdraws
Remaining candidate will undergo interviews, community meet-and-greet
DATE: Aug 22, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Purgatory Resort promised a new chairlift. Will it happen in time for ski season?
End of summer is approaching, construction has yet to begin
DATE: Aug 22, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Polis appoints Archuleta County judge to 6th Judicial District Court
Justin Fay will take bench Oct. 1
DATE: Aug 21, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
