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Some finalists named in Durango Chamber of Commerce awards
Durango Rocks event will be held Jan. 17
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Weekly planner for Jan. 7-12
du1-i-syn Monday City of Durango Utilities Commission meeting, 4:30 p.m., Durango Public Library, Program Room 3, 1900 East Second Ave. Farewell reception for La Plata County Commissioner Brad Blake, 4:30…
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Fashion Do’s & Dont’s tickets sold Jan. 19
Emcee Suzan Lane entertains the crowd during the 2018 Snowdown Fashion Do’s and Don’ts.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file Tickets are limited to four per person and cost $15 for regular seating…
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The Blotter
du1-i-syn Thursday 11:42 a.m. A plow hit a Nissan Rogue near the intersection of Confluence Avenue and Primrose Lane. 4:26 p.m. Several children were throwing snowballs at vehicles in the…
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Cortez woman facing meth charges is diagnosed with lung cancer
Defense attorney asks to get cases wrapped up
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Cortez sex offender fails to register
Beltran pleaded guilty to sex assault on 13-year-old
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Colorado 145 reopens between Dolores and Telluride
Colorado Highway 145 was closed briefly Friday morning near Stoner to allow for the recovery of a crashed vehicle.Courtesy of Colorado Department of Transportation The highway was closed for an…
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Best bets for the weekend in and around Durango
du1-i-syn At the release party, Ska will tap its limited-edition beer that commemorates this year’s Snowdown theme, “Get Your Comic On!” The beer is an American amber lager, or “excelsior-style…
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Community Health Action Coalition to meet Jan. 11
Mattie Baker will talk about the “No Wrong Door” pilot program of the Area Agency on Aging. Everyone is welcome. For more information, visit www.chaclaplata.org or contact Pattie Adler, executive…
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Rotary Club to host chapter president of restaurant group
He will address how the CRA pertains to the Durango restaurant scene and how it shapes the landscape for restaurants through legislative action and informational resources. Woodruff is general manager…
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Open house to discuss Fort Lewis Mesa district plan
A presentation about the work that has been done to update the district plan will take place from 1 to 2 p.m. The Fort Lewis Mesa Planning Committee and the…
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The Blotter
Wednesday 7:17 a.m. A man touched someone inappropriately near the intersection of Ninth Street and East Third Avenue. 9:01 a.m. Someone broke into the fairgrounds and took some items. 5:01…
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Wedding expo to be held Saturday
Florists, venues, caterers and more will show their work
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Downtown snow removal set for Friday, Saturday mornings
Businesses in Durango are required to clear sidewalks abutting their buildings within 24 hours of a major snowstorm.Durango Herald file City of Durango crews will be hauling snow from the…
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Photo: Retiring La Plata County officials say farewell at reception
A reception was held Wednesday at the La Plata County Administration Building for retiring county government officials: from left Assessor Craig Larson, County Manager Joanne Spina, General Services Director Mark…
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The Blotter
du1-i-syn Monday 9:07 a.m. Someone reported a burglary in the 2900 block of Main Avenue. 9:42 a.m. Someone broke into a storage unit in the 100 block of Sawyer Drive.…
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Towaoc woman arrested for DUI after close call with deputy
Officer took ‘rapid evasive maneuvers’ to avoid collision
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Firefighters to tell children stories at Durango library
Firefighters and emergency medical technicians from the Durango Fire Protection District will tell stories and give safety tips.
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Man injured, vehicles collide during ill-advised tow on U.S. Highway 160
Slick roads a problem for drivers on New Year’s Eve
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Fire destroys home on Road H southeast of Cortez
Family safely evacuates, Red Cross provides aid
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2 meetings to discuss proposed SkyRaider Trail
The proposed natural-surface trail will also be discussed at the Natural Lands Preservation Advisory Board meeting at 6 p.m. Jan. 14 at the rec center. For more information about the…
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Recycle Christmas trees at Santa Rita Park
Residents can drop off natural trees, free of ornaments and tinsel, at the drop-off site near the large playground in Santa Rita Park, 149 South Camino del Rio. The trees…
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Mancos library to host children’s book author
A craft activity will be offered, and snacks will be provided. The event is free, and all are welcome.
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Tractor-training course begins Jan. 14
Topics will include farm and tool safety, tractor operation and maintenance and more. Classes will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Jan. 23, Feb. 6, Feb. 20, March 6,…
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Avalanche warning is in effect in San Juans, La Platas
Threat is elevated to ‘high’ level
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Climate change luncheon will be held Jan. 8
The Citizens’ Climate Lobby is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, grassroots advocacy organization focused on national policies to address climate change. Luncheon tickets are $20. RSVP by emailing [email protected] or visiting bit.ly/2VaVZuj…
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The Blotter
du1-i-syn Monday 1 a.m. Someone reported a loud jackhammer sound coming from neighbor’s residence in the 2200 block of West Second Avenue. 3:13 a.m. A drunken man was refusing to…
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Hesperus Ski Area opens with 21-inch base, more on the way
Mountain west of Durango relies entirely on natural snowfall