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April DUIs/DWAIs
The following are convictions made in April 2015 for driving under the influence with a blood-alcohol content of 0.08 percent or higher or by prescription or illegal drugs. Unless otherwise…
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Military Briefs
Garcia Kendall Lloyd has been commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army after successfully completing the Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program and graduating with a bachelor’s degree…
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Lawsuit against district attorney dropped
‘It was ridiculous ... just a distraction,’ Risberg says
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Clean sweep
Heather Erb of Coldwell Banker joined other members of the Durango Chamber of Commerce on Friday for the 12th annual “iClean Durango” along Main Avenue. The event aims to spruce…
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Iron Horse Bicycle Classic vet is back guiding the show
Gaige Sippy’s return brings with it a proven ‘menu’ for Durango’s big cycling weekend
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It could be cold and wet this weekend
Abbott’s cooperation depends on whether or not the weather cooperates
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Sens. seek fed dollars for natives’ FLC tuitions
Bennet, Gardner say single state shouldn’t shoulder full burden
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Old-time marshals had interesting duties
Ed Henderson was the town’s first marshal, and he built the town jail in 1908 for a cost of $25.25. He was paid $15 per month, and duties included catching…
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Kindergarteners get down on the farm
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More seatbelt enforcement under way in May
Local police could be handing out more tickets
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From Eastern Africa to Bayfield
First Baptist helps Kenyan family, raises funds for U.S. visas
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Local non-profits cash in at Sky Ute Money Booth
Casino has donated more than $275,000 to area non-profits
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Artisans market opening this weekend at Studio Sellke
Two new businesses opening in Gem Village
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Ignacio school hiring behavior specialist
Reward offered for information on school vandalism
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Remembering those who served
Rounding up cattle for a branding, the Peña, Baker, Robbins, Perez, Mickey, Cuthair, Olguin and McCoy families also honor our country and veterans by flying the Stars and Stripes before…
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Education announcements
Kyrsten Holle graduated from the Colorado State University College of Natural Sciences on Saturday, May 16, 2015. Holle, a 2011 graduate of Bayfield High School, received a bachelor of science…
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April 2015 births at Mercy Regional Medical Center
Amy Burchfield & David Blaylock, Bayfield, Avery Meadow, 7lbs., 7:53 a.m., April 16, 2015 Laura & Byron Tullos, Bayfield, Arlee Warren, 8lbs. 4oz, 10:33 a.m., April 23, 2015 Tessa &…
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Calendar of Events
Southern Ute Bear Dance, Bear Dance Grounds behind SunUte Community center. FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, MAY 22-23 Southern Ute Bear Dance Powwow, Sky Ute Fairgrounds, www.southernute-nsn.gov SATURDAY, MAY 23 Ignacio High…
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News in brief
San Juan Basin Health helps La Plata and Archuleta County residents understand their health insurance options. Low cost and free health insurance options are still available to many Coloradans. The…
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First, ride, then ‘Freak Out’
The Frazier Shows carnival started Thursday and will continue through Memorial Day at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. Corey Puhler, left, and Marico Baca marvel over “Freak Out,” one of…
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Local Briefs
The 2015 food safety training required for Colorado cottage food and egg producers will take place from 12:30 to 5 p.m. Wednesday at the Archuleta County Extension Office, 344 U.S.…
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Dayplanner Friday
The Jeff Solon Jazz Trio, 5-9 p.m., Animas River Cafe at the DoubleTree Hotel, 501 Camino del Rio, 259-6580. Ace Revel, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., 247-4431.…