Fort Lewis College opens new nursing hall
Program expected to benefit rural communities throughout Four Corners
DATE: Aug 26, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
The Blotter, Aug. 15-26
Durango Police Department
Friday
10:52 a.m. The grand opening celebration of the REI at 40 Turner Drive caused a traffic disturbance.
11:28 p.m. A man tore the awning off of its fra...
DATE: Aug 25, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News
Rain returns to Southwest Colorado
Monsoonal moisture shows up behind schedule; is it enough to decrease fire danger?
DATE: Aug 25, 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
Durango pickleball tournament to benefit local dementia nonprofit
Last year’s event raised $15,000 for La Plata County Search and Rescue
DATE: Aug 21, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
The Blotter, Aug. 15-18
Durango Police Department
Friday
5:45 p.m. A woman was caught shoplifting at the Walmart Supercenter on South Camino del Rio.
9:33 p.m. Officers were asked to stop someone from play...
DATE: Aug 20, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Man’s body found on side of road northeast of Durango
La Plata County Sheriff’s Office releases few details
DATE: Aug 20, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Blue Ridge Fire near Forest Lakes subdivision is fully extinguished
Evacuation, pre-evacuation notices lifted for all residents
DATE: Aug 19, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Blue Ridge Fire 90% contained after rapid start, fast firefighter response
Homes were put on evacuation, pre-evacuation notice in Forest Lakes subdivision Friday
DATE: Aug 16, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
The Blotter, Aug. 8-15
Durango Police Department
Aug. 8
3:38 p.m. A man was arrested at Dunkin’ Donuts, 1254 Escalante Drive for taking money out of the tip jar.
5:43 p.m. Officers stopped a man from buil...
DATE: Aug 15, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Marginal gas wells to be plugged throughout Colorado
State grant will reimburse operators for costs
DATE: Aug 15, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Fast-growing Blue Ridge Fire breaks out south of Vallecito
Forest Lakes subdivision placed on evacuation, pre-evacuation notices
DATE: Aug 15, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
