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Walker Stapleton stumps in Durango on final lap before Election Day
Gubernatorial candidate promotes bright future under his leadership
Elections
Regional News
State voter turnout hits 33%, with 1.1M votes cast
Enthusiasm up for Dems, down for Republicans
Local News
High turnout seen for midterm elections in Montezuma County
Early returns in Montezuma County better than 2014
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Southwest Colorado legislative candidates file latest campaign finance reports
McLachlan out raises Jones; Coram rakes in more than Unger
Local News
Barbara McLachlan supporter files complaint against independent Paul Jones
Political spending leads to campaign-finance violation charge
Regional News
Man in Trump T-shirt told to zip up jacket while voting
The Las Cruces Sun-News reports David Merry showed up to vote Tuesday, wearing a shirt that has the face of Trump, with the message “Trump 2016.” Underneath that, a jocular…
Regional News
Pence uses border security to rally voters in Southwest
ROSWELL, N.M. – Vice President Mike Pence drew cheers Friday while stressing border security as he campaigned for Republican candidates in New Mexico and Arizona. In Yuma, Arizona, near the…
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La Plata County voters taking time with lengthy ballot
Turnout rate is slightly slower than 4 years ago
Regional News
Bernie Sanders stumps for Democrat Polis in Colorado
U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders speaks during a rally with young voters on the campus of the University of Colorado on Wednesday in Boulder. Sanders is riding a bus around the…
Regional News
Gov. Hickenlooper dips a political toe in Iowa
Colorado governor has yet to announce presidential run in 2020
Local News
Treasurer candidate Colton Black says bankruptcy a personal matter
Opponents say financial filing raises concern for managing public funds
Local News
Town of Bayfield wants to publish legal notices on town website only
Full text would be online, not in newspaper
Local News
Bayfield trustees weigh in on ballot measures
du1-i-syn Amendment 74 The board recommends a NO vote on Colorado Amendment 74. “Resolution 406 is a resolution opposing Amendment 74, which is an attempt to amend the Colorado Constitution…
Regional News
Five obstacles for Native voters in the November midterms
Natives have low participation rates, but problem isn’t passivism
Local News
Ignacio cemetery district requesting mill levy increase
Tax would help maintain graveyards in eastern La Plata County
Nation & World
Democrat gains traction in Colorado’s 3rd District congressional race
Democratic candidate for 3rd Congressional District Diane Mitsch Bush, left, and Republican Congressman Scott Tipton, right, speak during the Club 20 debates at Two Rivers Convention Center on Sept. 8…
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Pine River Library asking voters to approve property tax increase
Mill levy would almost double revenue
Local News
Upper Pine Fire Protection District wants to be free of Gallagher Amendment restrictions
Yes vote would allow fire district to adjust mill levy
Local News
Bayfield voters to consider legalized pot sales in town
Proponents point to increased tax revenue, opponents worry about greater drug use
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State candidates answer questions in Cortez forum
Races for House and Senate are contested
Local News
Sheriff candidates tout experience and emphasize leadership abilities
Dean Mize, Charles Hamby and incumbent Sean Smith are all vying for position
Regional News
Stapleton, Polis meet in Colorado gubernatorial debate
Stapleton again criticized Polis’ plans for a universal health care system, saying it will drastically boost taxes. “You won’t be able to afford to live in Colorado anymore,” he said.…
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Ute Mountain Utes elect two out of 16 candidates
Voters choose new candidate, experienced leader
Local News
Four Corners 9/12 Tea Party hears from commissioner candidates
Topics include state rights, personal liberties and federal overreach
Local News
In La Plata County treasurer’s race, candidates spar over how office is run
Incumbent Allison Aichele challenged by local banker Colton Black
Business
4 states to decide on marijuana ballot initiatives this fall
Utah voters to consider legalizing edible medical marijuana products
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Unopposed candidates in La Plata County outline accomplishments, goals
Four elected offices are uncontested this November
Local News
Dolores school board recall fails; McCoy retains seat
Effort loses with just 42 percent of vote
Local News
Winner of commissioner race will face shrinking budget, tough land-use issues
Candidates align on issues, with some different approaches