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Silverton finally gets broadband
After years of using out-of-date technology, the small mountain town joins the modern age
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Interim attorney advises Durango City Council on a new open records dispute
Councilors reject request to release executive session audio
Regional News
Colorado may bolster liability protections for private landowners who let the public recreate on their lands
A state lawmaker is working with trail groups and property owners on legislation that would reform Colorado’s recreational use statute
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U.S. Highway 550 south of Durango reopens after three-hour closure
Two semi-tractor trailers spun out north of Bondad
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San Juan College will exhibit Milford Zornes’ art
Retrospective works grace Henderson Fine Arts Center Gallery
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Chairmen of Colorado’s two Native American tribes ask legislature to remedy sports betting inequity
The Ute Mountain Ute and Southern Ute tribal chairmen say they were left out of the conversation in 2019
Regional News
Billion-dollar climate disasters rise with drought in Colorado, the American West
NOAA report details growing total of weather and climate chaos biting deep into U.S. economy
Regional News
The big lines from Colorado Gov. Jared Polis’ 2023 inaugural speech
Democrat promises to help residents hold onto ‘hard-earned money,’ tackle crime and move to renewable energy
Regional News
Colorado voters may be asked to forgo their future TABOR refunds so the state can boost school funding
Two Democrats in the legislature plan to introduce a bill eliminating future Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights Refunds
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Ouray’s All In Ice Fest elevates climbers of marginalized communities
‘It's affirming our own experiences,’ says festival’s founder
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Outdoor Retailer returns to Utah while top brands boycott
Heavyweights such as Patagonia, The North Face and REI are absent
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Durango choir singers selected for all-state performance
Aspiring performers get opportunity to present their skills on the big stage in Colorado Springs
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Sheriff’s deputies take to the slopes of Purgatory Resort on new ski bikes
The Ski Deputy Program is back after several years of hiatus
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Who will run for Durango City Council? Candidate packets available for pickup starting Thursday
Two councilors won’t seek reelection to the five-member board
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Government leaders in S.W. Colorado ask Polis to take action on broadband access
Local internet providers won’t have access to fiber backbone running through region
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Ignacio library gets fancy for fundraising event
Denim and Diamonds Gala will help pay for a summer reading program
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Ignacio Community Library to host blood drive Thursday
Anyone age 18 or older is eligible to donate
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Six La Plata County employees re-sworn into office Tuesday
Commissioner Marsha Porter-Norton takes chair’s gavel once again
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Are Durango shoppers adjusting to reusable bags?
Residents offer tips, suggestions for remembering sacks and keeping them clean
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Southwest Colorado’s unemployment rate rebounds; housing and labor present concerns
Cost of living is impacting employers’ ability to recruit young talent
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Rising tensions lead Durango baker to attack roommate with a rolling pin
A dispute about television volume underscored by unfinished household chores boils over
Regional News
Two handguns stolen from truck outside Colorado Capitol
Incoming GOP state representative says both guns were unloaded and secured with trigger locks
Local News
Avian flu helps create shortage of eggs and higher prices at grocery stores
Experts say new Colorado law may also increase costs, but is unlikely to further reduce supply
Regional News
State representative accused of lying about her residence resigns
Tracey Bernett was charged in November with felony counts
Regional News
Avalanche near Winter Park kills 2 backcountry snowmobilers
The Grand County Sheriff’s Office says it was alerted to the slide on Corona Pass
Regional News
Boebert’s backers urge her to ‘tone down the nasty rhetoric’
Some of congresswoman’s toughest words are increasingly aimed at fellow Republicans
Action Line
The mystery of County Road 206
“Unauthorized” visitors are warned not to go beyond this point on County Road 206. (Action Line) Dear Action Line: Just past the Durango Tech Center a road goes north off…
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Avian flu wreaks more havoc in Colorado egg layers and wild birds
Worst-ever outbreak leads to slaughter of 6 million-plus chickens and has killed enough eagles and other raptors to raise wildlife fears
Regional News
Weekly planner for Jan. 9-13
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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With historic control, Democratic state lawmakers have gun reform and climate change top of mind this session
Colorado move further to the left on social and environmental issues