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Why e-bike use in Durango is only half-charged

Dear Action Line, I’ve noticed that some trails in Durango allow e-bikes while others don’t. This is different from other places I’ve been. Can you explain why and where e-bikes are...

DATE: Jun 9, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Why is recycling so complicated?

Dear Action Line, I’m trying to be environmentally friendly, but recycling is confusing. Where does our recycling in Durango go, and why can’t we recycle glass bottles along with pl...

DATE: Jun 2, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Digital clock operates on Durango Time

Dear Action Line, Can something be done about the digital clock in front of Walk-In Chiropractic? Why is it always running eight to 10 minutes fast? Signed, Tardy Dear Tardy, Has a...

DATE: May 26, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

How many miles to the top of Coal Bank?

Dear Action Line, As we cyclists struggle up the grade to Coal Bank Pass, we encounter a sign that reads “Coal Bank Pass Summit 4 Miles.” By my observation, it’s only 3.71 miles to ...

DATE: May 19, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

What’s the future of Robert E. DeNier?

Dear Action Line, Some of us have been around long enough to remember when the Robert E. DeNier building actually housed people in need of services. Since closing the youth center y...

DATE: May 12, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

What’s up with the concrete dam-like structure on Junction Creek?

Dear Action Line, I’ve always wondered what the concrete dam-like structure is on Junction creek by the river trail where Junction Creek comes into the Animas River. Is it some type...

DATE: May 5, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Eyes in the sky are coming, but not quite yet

Dear Action Line, The city of Durango recently announced the installation of speed control cameras at various locations. I would like to know just how strict this speed enforcement ...

DATE: Apr 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

When it comes to local law enforcement, it’s Ford vs. Chevy

Dear Action Line, I was driving around and noticed the Durango Police Department has Ford vehicles while the La Plata County Sheriff Office’s vehicles are adorned with a Chevrolet l...

DATE: Apr 21, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Public House 701 is closed

Dear Action Line, Why did the Public House 701 restaurant suddenly close, “permanently” per its website? I enjoyed the friendly and tasty addition to downtown Durango’s dining ...

DATE: Apr 7, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Gravel on roads is no laughing matter

Dear Action Line, The medians and shoulders of our roads and highways are awash with rocks, gravel and other unsightly debris. What’s going on, and why can’t local agencies clear up...

DATE: Mar 31, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

New sign in front of Boker Lumber is next chapter for storied property

Dear Action Line, What's up with the old Boker Lumber site? It's been on and off the market for years. And now it has a shiny new sign, but no one seems to know what's up. – Eagle-e...

DATE: Mar 24, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Can sales tax be used for Next Step?

Dear Action Line, The municipal elections are just a couple of weeks away, and thus, the “silly season” is in full spin. So, I beseech Action Line and its occasional, sometimes reli...

DATE: Mar 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line