Local News
After legal wrangling, La Plata County releases employee’s termination letter
Denial of public record came as officials fielded questions over efficacy of oil and gas regulations
Headlines
Local News
La Plata County’s gas drilling rules just turned one – are they working?
Only one operator has fully complied with the new rules, but stakeholders say they’re working through the kinks
Sports
Skyhawks snap 40-game losing streak, beat Arizona Christian 17-12
Fort Lewis head coach Johnny Cox wins his first game
Local News
Durango sustainability manager discusses water use with panel
Marty Pool said city’s water comes predominantly from Florida River, supplemented by Animas River
Gallery
Photos: Fort Lewis football takes on Arizona Christian
Skyhawks win first game since Oct. 5, 2019, beating Firestorm 17-12 on Saturday
Tri-Cities
N.M. State Police reveal beer, drug found in DA Hatfield’s crashed SUV
Montezuma County DA shares copy of state report; Journal obtains redacted report from sheriff in Farmington
Gallery
Photos: LGBTQ pride loud and proud in the streets of Durango
Four Corners Alliance for Diversity’s annual pride festival took place Saturday
Local News
Pride loud and proud during annual festival in Durango
Presidential election on the minds of some festival goers at Buckley Park
Local News
The Blotter, Sept. 6-11
Durango Police Department Wednesday 5:41 p.m. A man near the soccer fields at Santa Rita Park, 149 South Camino del Rio, was arrested for public intoxication. 3:46 p.m. A person…
Sports
Sepp Kuss finishes 14th overall at Vuelta a España
Kuss failed to capture the general classification victory like in 2023
Local News
La Plata County Jail will no longer accept intoxicated people who refuse treatment
Liability concerns drive decision not to accept detox refusals unless the person is charged with a crime
Sports
Grand Junction scores twice in final 10 minutes to beat Durango 3-2
Demons lose for first time this year
Regional News
Canada promises Colorado 15 gray wolves for next wave of reintroduction
CPW officials and wolf advocates cheer promise of wolves from British Columbia
Regional News
A third wolf released in Colorado’s reintroduction plan is dead, CPW says
Wolf’s collar sent a ‘mortality signal’ this week and wildlife biologist officials confirmed its death
Local News
Durango’s first female mayor honored with tree planting, potluck brunch
Fellow Boulevard Neighborhood Association charter member says organization owes itself to Maxine Peterson’s foresight
Local News
Durango resumes lease for Head Start relocation
City addresses neighbors’ parking concerns
Local News
Durango Police Department reports bike theft spike in 2024
Cutting locks is becoming more common among thieves
Courts and Crime
Man arrested after allegedly beating dog and threatening to stab woman
Dog apparently tried to bite officers
Courts and Crime
Rayah Chowen fails to appear in Montezuma County court; inpatient treatment planned
Chowen arrested in May for alleged identity theft, other charges
Local News
What’s best for the land? West End communities debate creation of a Dolores monument
Residents and environmental organizations try to find a common solution to preserving the wild and rugged landscape of the Dolores River
Arts and Entertainment
Remembering a downtown Durango icon
Artist, gallery owner Karyn Gabaldon died Sept. 3 at age 70
Education
Dolores School Board hears from Montezuma County sheriff and approves interim superintendent
Sheriff Nowlin says he will make sure the district has school resource officers
Local News
Cause of death remains unknown for woman found in Animas River
Deputy coroner: ‘White chalky’ substance discovered in Joni Allred’s stomach reinforces need for toxicology report
Local News
City of Durango to butt heads with resident in court once again
Lawsuit alleges John Simpson intimidated ethics board members
Local News
Upper Pine fire to decide whether to waive impact fees on some developments
Public comment period will end Tuesday; if approved, waiver would apply to deed-restricted units
Sports
Valkyrie Multisport Relay to take place in Durango for second year
Athletes and teams will do seven different disciplines
Tri-Cities
Aztec Police near arrest of suspect in spate of graffiti
‘He’s looking at felony criminal damage to property, or felony graffiti,’ chief says
Regional News
Colorado election officials denounce ‘sham lawsuit’ targeting voter rolls
United Sovereign Americans action similar to lawsuits in several other states
Sports
Advance screening of ‘Rez Ball’ to take place at Allen Theatres
Basketball-themed film will play at select theaters across America on Friday