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High-speed internet arrives in Bayfield
Virtually every household and business can tap into fiber-optic line
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Regional News
Recalls increase for tainted marijuana, as the industry calls for a study
Leaves of a Cannabis plant seen on display at the first ever Cannabis Exhibit at the California State Fair and Food Festival in Sacramento, Calif., on July 14, 2022. Last…
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Colorado weather: Cold and snow shut down mountain roads, cancel flights and close schools
Dangerous weather continues Monday on Front Range
Regional News
A lot of people want to run for office in Colorado this year. Here’s what it takes to actually get on the ballot
Candidates may start gathering petition signatures this week. If they go the caucus and assembly route, they must start gathering support ahead of March
Local News
Durango residents at a loss as homeowners insurance becomes harder to find
Insurers are shrinking coverage because of wildfire risks, leaving buyers hung out to dry
Regional News
For skiers in Colorado, a snow season that started slow and rebounded is poised for a deluge
Conditions at Powderhorn Mountain Resort, outside of Grand Junction, had been hurting for snow, until a big storm delivered 2 feet in 24 hours earlier this week. (Stina Sieg, CPR…
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Winter storm brings another solid dusting to northern La Plata County
Red Mountain Pass closes because of avalanche conditions
Courts and Crime
Ute Mountain Ute and former Cortez school leader faces 12 sex charges in indictment
Lyndreth Hemp Wall faces at least eight counts of alleged sexual abuse
Local News
All In Ice Fest returns
The Ouray festival is carving out space in ice climbing for historically marginalized climbers
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Durango e-bike voucher program funding triples in 2024
Returning rebates target lower income earners with applications opening in spring
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Bayfield mourns loss of well-respected middle school English teacher
Michelle Wennerstrom was known for finding ways to relate tough material to students’ every day lives
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Up to 6 inches of snow forecast for Saturday night through Sunday
National Weather Service says higher San Juan Mountains can expect up to 18 inches of snow
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Durango Community Development, Engineering make move to Big Picture building
Planning director says transition is first step in realizing eventual civic center
Regional News
Colorado cuts April hunting season, electronic lures after 198 mountain lions were killed in a month
Of those lions killed, nearly 44% were female – posing a risk to cubs born to breeding-age lions in that population.
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Seasonal flights between Durango and Houston to return this summer
Twice-weekly flights will provide greater access to southeastern United States, Latin America
Regional News
Ballantine Communications welcomes new CEO/publisher
John Blais looks to use strong business background to propel company
Sports
Three Durango cheerleaders performed at London New Year’s Day Parade
Luci Rodriguez, Jocilen Thompson and Jorja Thompson were in London for a week as part of their experience
Local News
Durango offering on-site child care at monthly forums
Residents aren’t using service, community engagement specialist says
Local News
Open Sky Wilderness Therapy announces closure
Over 18 years, the business employed 1,400 people in Durango
Regional News
Colorado Supreme Court break-in caused $35 million in damage, left 3 floors unusable
The Colorado Supreme Court, seen here on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)David Zalubowski State Court Administrator Steve Vasencellos revealed the estimate during a Joint Judiciary Committee…
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Durango man accused of indecent exposure at business
Tyler Martinez, 31, is being held on $3,000 bail
Regional News
Colorado avalanche forecasters sound red alert as new snow piles deep for MLK weekend
Colorado Avalanche Information Center forecasters are sounding the alarm for backcountry travelers as feet of new snow blankets weak layers
Local News
Durango train gets stranded north of Hermosa
Railroad suspects utility work by private property owner caused problem
Sports
Durango’s Colby Simmons looks to shine with Jumbo Visma development team in 2024
The 20-year-old has a few events circled on his calendar for this upcoming season
Local News
La Plata County opens wallet to prevent homelessness
A $500,000 loan will help nonprofit purchase Adventure Inn, convert it to bridge housing
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Durango expects to collect nearly $3.4 million in mill levy property tax revenue in 2024
City Council certifies mill levy for new year
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Durango builder establishes vocational school in Guatemalan town
Fundación San Mateo enrolls 220 middle and high school students in 2023