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Ethics board recommends Durango City Council self-govern its own conduct
Advisory board drafts recommendations for self-governance
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New health insurance carrier to be offered in Southwest Colorado
Reduced prescription prices and whole-person care among benefits offered
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Need for recount in Durango City Council race to be determined Wednesday
24 outstanding ballots can still be cured with La Plata County Clerk & Recorder’s Office
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U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz slated to attend La Plata County GOP dinner
The divisive congressman is ‘well-liked,’ says party leader
Regional News
Four Colorado mountain lions died from avian flu, but mammal crossover has slowed
Bobcats, skunks, foxes and a bear have all died of the bird disease, but state wildlife officials say trends are better now
Regional News
Lauren Boebert, Adam Frisch tied among likely 2024 voters
New poll shows next year’s 3rd Congressional District race will be close
Regional News
Gov. Jared Polis trims bill making gun industry lawsuits easier
Rules intended to further require gun sellers to block children and criminals from obtaining weapons were stripped from the legislation
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United Airlines to offer flights this summer between Durango and Houston
Weekend flights to run from June 24 through Sept. 3
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Farmers will get full water supply, grapple with late spring
Snow on fields delays farming season; grant program offers deal for more efficient sprinkler nozzles
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Forest Lakes resident found dead by Lake Simpatico
Man appeared to have died from self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to authorities
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Third draft of La Plata County gas and oil regulations released
Language includes modest reduction in setback requirements, additional permit review
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Mesa snowmelt overwhelms Dolores in valley below
Community rallies to fill sandbags, redirect floodwaters; no injuries reported
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Roads, ramp and bridge closed around Grandview interchange
Closures will last three to seven months
AP New Mexico
Faith guides Catholic pilgrims to historic New Mexico sites
Jaime Gonzales, from Rio Rancho, and other family members carry a 150-pound cross along Santa Fe County Road 98 on their way to Santuario de Chimayo, Friday, April 7, 2023.…
Regional News
Tina Peters sentenced to home detention and fine for obstruction
Her attorney says an appeal will be immediately filed
Local News
Could Colorado Senate bill delay wolf reintroduction by six years?
Wildlife advocates sound alarm on legislation, but lawmakers say concerns are misplaced
Action Line
Is there a right way to build a left turn lane?
There sure is a lot of snow on Smelter Mountain. Oh, and here’s a prize-winning photo of the “continuous flow intersection,” which those of us in the know call a…
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Pond skim sends Purgatory Resort ski season out with a splash
Participants share their secrets on how to cross the pool
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Potential REI site layout approved with conditions
Durango Design Review Board to discuss sporting good store’s building plans
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Durango City Council approves financing agreement for energy contract
Local government could save nearly $6 million on utility costs over next 20 years
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Photo: Thanks, Easter Bunny!
Liam Wilkins, 12, left, and Kayeson Larry, 9, go through their Easter eggs that are filled with candy on Saturday after the Easter Eggtavagansa egg hunt at Morehart Murphy Regional…
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After 54 days, running water may return soon to mobile home park near Durango
La Plata County to host tenants’ forum for Lightner Creek residents
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Fire chiefs urge prevention and legislation to protect Colorado communities
Officials call for more staffing, controlled fires and awareness
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City of Durango to appeal open records lawsuit it lost in March
Olivier Bosmans says dispute should never have come to lawsuit
And the West is History
And the West is History: Military Helicopter and Protest at DHS – 1987
In June 1987, as a way to attract area youngsters to attend a registration event for summer recreational programs, U.S. Rep. Ben Nighthorse Campbell secured the appearance of a Cobra…
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Photos: Beauty on the ice
Saya Lambert, 12, performs on Thursday during the Figure Skating Program at Chapman Hill Ice Rink, End of Season Skills Spring Showcase. The program is growing each year, with 58…
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Durango fugitive arrested for threatening retired district judge
Text messages sent by man who previously appeared before court
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Lingering winter delays opening of McPhee Reservoir boat ramp
Bay is iced over, and roads drifted with snow; invasive mussels found on Western Slope