What does a federal government shutdown mean for La Plata County?
Essential services to continue, but safety net programs at risk if freeze persists
DATE: Sep 30, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
La Plata County commissioners back roadless rule with letter to USDA
‘It’s speaking out in as many ways as we can to stand up for public lands,’ commissioner says
DATE: Sep 30, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Celebrating the life of Toh-Atin Gallery owner Jackson Clark
‘He was the heartbeat of every room. He was the thread that quietly wove people together,’ one speaker said
DATE: Sep 30, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Commissioners hit pause on search for La Plata County manager
BOCC plans to appoint 12-month interim in coming weeks
Republican to challenge Katie Stewart for Colorado House District 59 seat
After 35 years in La Plata County, Naomi Riess is ready to take her community involvement to the next level
Single-vehicle crash southwest of Durango sends driver to hospital
Road remains open to traffic
DATE: Sep 25, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Durango man accused of firing gun at rec center released after being found incompetent to stand trial
City files for temporary protection order for eight employees
DATE: Sep 25, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
La Plata County voters to weigh mix of sales, property tax hikes this November
From Durango to Bayfield, residents face several measures aimed at closing funding gaps and expanding services
Plague suspected in mass die-off of La Plata County prairie dogs
No confirmed cases yet, but residents advised to take precautions
DATE: Sep 22, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
La Plata County preps for economic slowdown, long-term deficits in 2026 draft budget
With no structural solution on horizon, cuts across all sectors expected to reduce critical services
DATE: Sep 20, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
La Plata County commissioners seek volunteers to serve on advisory boards
Roughly 40 openings; applications due Oct. 17
DATE: Sep 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
In Durango, bears show up for class
Three school campuses implement security protocols this month
DATE: Sep 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
