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In Durango, a new SPACE for artists
Art pop-up breathes life into vacant building – if only for a month
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Sports
Durango looks to take down familiar foe Lutheran in playoffs once again
Demons and Lions will meet in postseason for third time since 2020
Regional News
Support for Proposition HH began eroding the moment the Colorado property tax relief plan was introduced
That weak foundation was reflected in how voters rejected Proposition HH, a 10-year property tax relief and state spending overhaul, by an 18 percentage-point margin last week
Regional News
The Blotter, Nov. 15-16
Durango Police Department Thursday 1:29 a.m. A person at the Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave., was arrested for trespassing. Wednesday 11:50 p.m. a person near the intersection West 27th Street…
Local News
Durango-La Plata County Airport to highlight Indigenous art in terminal expansion plans
Volatile airfares won’t get much cheaper as conflict rises in Middle East
Regional News
A small hydroelectric plant with big water rights is the center of a proposal to keep Colorado River water in the state
A coalition of anglers, growers and water districts in the region say preserving the water right would aid them long into the future, but a major state water agency has…
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Durango firefighters rescue fleeing feline from storm drain
Olive, a 4-year-old black cat, didn’t surrender easily
Arts and Entertainment
More than music education
Young musicians perform rousing, varied program Saturday
Regional News
Headed into her last session, Barbara McLachlan has lots to do
The four-term state representative says she will retire from public life
Regional News
The Blotter, Nov. 14-15
Durango Police Department Wednesday 2:22 a.m. A woman found near a side entrance to the Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave., was arrested for trespassing. 12:22 a.m. A person at Schneider…
Local News
Students at Escalante Middle School learn veterinary science through raising kittens
Students nurture felines by learning how to administer vaccines
Regional News
Colorado has a housing crisis. Could 3D-printed homes be a solution?
Exterior of the new Habitat for Humanity 3D printed house Monday Dec. 20, 2021.Rob Osterrmaier A set of nozzles squirt wet cement, swinging back and forth in a long line,…
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Why a judge decided to keep Colorado’s three-day gun law in effect as lawsuit continues
Guns for sale at Lakewood's Bristlecone Shooting Range, Sept. 6, 2016. (Chloe Aiello/Denverite) People buying guns in Colorado will have to continue waiting three extra days to take possession of…
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Nation and region’s climate worsening, but can still be improved, says new federal assessment
A helicopter picks up mulch to spread in Poudre Canyon, about 50 miles west of Fort Collins, to try to stem silt runoff during large rains. Aug. 8, 2021. (Kevin…
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Faithful dog found with owner 10 weeks after Pagosa Springs man went missing
71-year-old man found dead in wilderness area; Jack Russell Terrier rescued and reunited with family
Local News
Photo: Workin’ on the railroad
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad undergoing fall maintenance
Sports
Fort Lewis men’s soccer makes NCAA tournament
Skyhawks will face RMAC foe UCCS in opening round
Local News
Durango’s rental subsidy program extends application deadline
New date for prospective renters is 10 a.m. Nov. 28
Regional News
Judge denies effort to block enforcement of Colorado’s 3-day wait on gun purchases
The law was challenged by Rocky Mountain Gun Owners, a hard-line gun rights group in the state
Local News
La Plata County set to increase development fees
Building and planning fees likely to jump Jan. 1, 2024
Regional News
Colorado is ready to help pay for geothermal heating and cooling systems
A heat pump is pictured at a house in Biddinghuizen, Netherlands, May 27, 2023. (Martin Meissner/AP Photo) Colorado opened applications Tuesday for a new grant program to kick-start an industry…
Local News
Narcotics Anonymous sponsor sentenced for sexually assaulting teenage girl in Durango
James Alan Meleski accused of manipulating girl for his own sexual desires
Regional News
Dam on the Arkansas River near Salida finally removed after years of rescues, drownings and environmental impacts
Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Chaffee County commissioners help fund removal of the dam that has threatened river runners, fish habitat for nearly 60 years
Local News
Durango High School teacher breathes new life into Indigenous language
Elfreida Begay translates words that are relevant to most teens, sparking interest among students
Regional News
What the failure of Proposition HH means for your property taxes and TABOR refunds
Coloradans’ property taxes will rise by an average of 40% without legislative or local government intervention. People who make less than $99,000 will get smaller taxpayer refunds than they would…
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Economic outlook not good, say Durango residents in community survey
Questionnaire compares sentiments to other municipalities
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Photos: Durango High School football faces Mead in 3A state playoffs
The Demons won Saturday’s playoff game, 31-27
Local News
Durango Transit riders voice near-peak satisfaction
77% of those surveyed say they don’t have personal vehicles, need public transportation
Local News
Sunny, dry weather could give way to weekend showers
Predictions describe good chance for above-average winter moisture