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2nd Colorado library closes due to meth contamination
Testing shows levels higher than state thresholds in Englewood facility
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Top 10 federal campaign donors from Colorado in 2022
The top donors gave mostly to Republican candidates and causes
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A look behind at Colorado’s decentralized system of coroners who investigate death every day
In some counties, coroners are voted in, while in others, they're appointed. Not all are forensic pathologists themselves.
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Weekly planner for Jan. 16-20
0123 calendarcca Information and agendas about local meetings: City of Durango: www.durangogov.org or call 375-5000. La Plata County: www.co.laplata.co.us or call 382-6210. Town of Bayfield: www.bayfieldgov.org or call 884-9544. Town…
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Sunday storm brings more snow to Southwest Colorado
Chains and snow tires required to drive north on U.S. Highway 550 over Coal Bank Pass
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Workshop on ranching in drought stresses sustainability
Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Farm and Ranch hosted a free series of presentations on range and herd management
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Ousted La Plata County judge explains her judicial philosophy, battle against public perception
Voters chose not to retain Woods Nov. 8 by a narrow margin
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Durango Police Department won’t fit at River City Hall
City considers swap of downtown fire station and 9-R administration building
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Wave of storms heading toward Southwest Colorado
Low-pressure systems moving in from California and Oregon will bring more snow to region
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Proposed Animas Valley RV park clears first hurdle
Luxury ‘Village Camp’ must now continue through minor land-use permit process
And the West is History
And the West is History: Dairy-men at Work – 1908
In the early 1900s, many men wore a coat and tie to work, even men delivering milk. Here, Frank Connor, right, stands alongside a helper and his delivery wagon at…
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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 195
About 115 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about where Axis Health System is looking to migrate its services to, with 88% of respondents…
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City of Durango makes $180,000 in grants available for event marketing
Funds can help pay for printed materials, advertising and social media campaigns
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Former El Moro general manager enters Durango City Council race
David Woodruff says he’s ready to serve up a fresh perspective
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Tribal leaders stress education, water issues in first-of-its-kind address to Colorado lawmakers
Chairmen of Southern Ute and Ute Mountain Ute tribes highlight need for consultation and cooperation
Sports
Durango company becomes majority owner of the largest ski resort in Americas
Chile-based Valle Nevado is Mountain Capital Partners’ first international endeavor
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Barbara McLachlan outlines potential legislation in 2023
As a former teacher, the state representative has her eye set on changes to education
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrated with events at Fort Lewis College
Purgatory Resort expects busy weekend with fresh snow, holiday travelers
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Crime rate falls in December 2022 in Durango compared to previous years
Car theft remains a high priority as well as strategies to curb retail theft
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Nationwide flight hold Wednesday morning delayed three departures from DRO
FAA’s computer system lets pilots know of safety issues on the ground
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Low-income shoppers are ‘doubling up’ on fresh produce
A statewide program is making healthy foods accessible to SNAP recipients
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Kelly Gregory finds a home base for her restaurant and coffee shop
Kelly’s Kitchen opens in Dolores after delighting locals with popular food truck
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Durango School District 9-R reveals new Big Picture location
Relocation to Tech Center will begin in April and is expected to be ready for students in August
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San Juan Basin residents see sharp spike in natural gas bills
Low storage levels locally and nationally are blamed for price increase
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Two men suspected of helping DUI suspect flee fatal crash in Durango
Current and former Fort Lewis College football players face charges in connection with firefighter’s death
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Durango activist announces second bid for a seat on City Council
Harrison Wendt says housing, infrastructure among town’s greatest issues
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The Juniper School awaits audit results for charter reauthorization
Delays in financial records filing create longer process for new agreement
Arts and Entertainment
Super-schmaltzy ‘Fedora’ next at MET
Giordano’s melodrama pulls out all the stops
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Construction starts on 89-unit Gauge Apartments near Home Depot
Development intended to bolster supply of low-income housing with completion date of Sept. 4
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Virtual meetings made government more accessible, and they’re here to stay
‘No doubt’ meeting attendance is up, officials say