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Storm hits mountains, mostly misses Durango
Another storm coming to San Juans on Monday night
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Saturday Durango Dayplanner
Meetings and Events Volunteer Tax Assistance program will provide income tax return assistance, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds Extension Building, 2500 Main Ave., to schedule an appointment, call…
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April 5 reception to benefit Tipton A reception in support of Congressman Scott Tipton will take place at 7 p.m. April 5 at the home of Erin and Chris McCroskey,…
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Colorado prepares to eliminate barriers for developmentally disabled adults
New program would eliminate waiting lists if feds approve
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Francisco’s covered walkway on Main Avenue in Durango to stay in place
City, building owners reach agreement on future design
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Dove Creek murder trial moved to La Plata County
Change of venue ordered after mistrial in Dolores County
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Liquor joins beer, wine ballot battle to enter Colorado supermarkets
Distillers propose initiative to allow liquor in grocery stores
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Rain, snow and t-storms predicted Friday night and Saturday in Durango
Up to a foot of powder predicted for San Juan Mountains
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Lyle McKnight announces bid for La Plata County commissioner
Candidate aims to curtail spending and oppose tax hikes
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Q&A With the Candidates The Dolores Election
The mail ballot election for Dolores Town Board turned competitive this month. There are now six candidates for five open board seats after two residents signed up in time to…
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Lightner Creek Mobile Home Park owner ordered to shut down sewage pond
Health officials say problems ignored for too long
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Clouds again hang over rain barrel bill in Colorado Legislature
Committee chairman delays vote amid water-rights concerns
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Fresh fruit, veggies on the menu at Durango schools
Increases access to fresh fruits, vegetables
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Environmental groups encourage BLM to involve public in planning
The economic impact of the national parks surrounding the Moab, Utah, were cited Thursday as a reason the Bureau of Land Management should involve the public more in its land…
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The Blotter
Durango Police Thursday12:48 a.m. A man wanted to talk to a supervisor with the Durango Police Department because officers with the Fort Lewis College Police Department were interrogating him, according…
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Southwest Colorado banks go to trial against developer over $4M in bad bonds
Chief District Judge Gregory Lyman is overseeing a two-week civil trial involving bond purchases that went bad in 2008 brought by First National Bank of Durango against a Front Range…
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Friday Durango Dayplanner
Meetings and Events Durango Early Bird Toastmasters meeting, improve communication, presentation and leadership skills, 7-8:30 a.m., Holiday Inn, 21636 U.S. Highway 160 West, September-May, 749-1741, [email protected], www.earlybirdtoastmasters.org. Sunrise yoga adult…
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Wanted: A financially savvy volunteer La Plata County commissioners are seeking applicants for the Long-Term Finance Committee. The committee assists commissioners with respect to long-term financial planning. Applicants must have…
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EPA releases final water-monitoring plan related to Gold King Mine spill
Plans to test 30 locations over a yearlong period
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Former Steaming Bean Coffee Co. owner files for bankruptcy
Filing shows more than $200,000 in liabilities – many to local businesses
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Hungry bears emerge from hibernation in La Plata County
Remember to keep food and trash out of reach
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Road Runner provides lifeline in Southwest Colorado
Bus service to Grand Junction is a lifeline for many Durangoans
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Making a splash
On spring break from school, 9-year-old Alivia Farmer from Farmington dives into the pool Wednesday at the aquatic center in the Durango Community Recreation Center. Durango-area schoolchildren will enjoy their…
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The Blotter
Durango Police Tuesday 10:02 a.m. A man passed out under a gazebo at Iris Park, 1235 Camino del Rio. 10:29 a.m. Someone reported a stolen air compressor in the 2500…
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Thursday Durango Dayplanner
Meetings and Events AARP Drivers Safety Course, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds; registration 8:15 a.m. The League of Women Voters of La Plata County ColoradoCare Amendment 69 meeting,…
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Oil and gas leases in HD Mountains could create headaches, county leaders say
BLM not required to notify property owners about development plans
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Tax help available at Bayfield library The Pine River Library, 395 Bayfield Center Drive in Bayfield, will host “1040 Tax Question & Answer” from 5 to 7 p.m. March 31.…
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U.S. lawmakers question federal mining agency’s budget
Hearing looks at impact on jobs, reclamation programs