LPEA director candidates face off as election gets underway
Ballots were sent this week and should be arriving in mailboxes
DATE: May 5, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News
What does Southwest Colorado need to better address addiction?
Advocates say comprehensive resources needed, from recovery housing to methadone clinics
DATE: May 5, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News
Agriculture Secretary stops in Durango, announces $63 million wildfire prevention spending
‘Lion’s share’ of funds will come to Colorado, says Tom Vilsack
DATE: May 4, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News
Leaving for treatment can be hard; coming back is an added burden
When substance abuse patients return, they find same triggers, few support systems
DATE: May 3, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News
Skier recounts exacting rescue after Silverton avalanche
A fast response and well-trained group were critical saving the skier
DATE: May 2, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News
Silverton locals caught in avalanche, one seriously injured
Four skiers were on King Solomon; one person required a Flight For Life evacuation
DATE: May 1, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News
Addiction has found its way to Southwest Colorado; robust treatment services have not
In rural areas, inpatient substance use centers can be hard to access; the ramifications can be severe
DATE: May 1, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News
Leaving friends, family and community for treatment is hard, but some have little choice
Patients must travel hours for inpatient substance use care – if they can find it at all
DATE: May 1, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News
Wildfire evacuation drill grows in third year
Residents in five subdivisions practiced leaving homes in an emergency situation
DATE: Apr 28, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News
La Plata County approves new gas and oil regulations
Two-year process concluded Wednesday with unanimous approval of Chapter 90
DATE: Apr 26, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News
Smell smoke? It’s probably just prescribed burns
Land management agencies to begin seasonal fuels reduction
DATE: Apr 25, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News
As bill clears Colorado Senate, concern lingers over wolf reintroduction delays
Advocates say the state legislation could incidentally interfere with timeline
DATE: Apr 25, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News
