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Durango man who hit pedestrian in City Market parking lot is sentenced
Robert Morris, 87, receives deferred judgment for one year
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A student of snow retires from decadeslong career in high country
Chris George brought avalanche studies to relevance
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Community Relations Commission foresees progress on diversity in 2021
Slow, but steady steps taken this year on inclusion issues, representatives say
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Expect to see snow Monday and Tuesday in Southwest Colorado
Up to 3 inches forecast in Durango; Wolf Creek Pass might receive up to 28 inches
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Property owner wins tax battle with La Plata County
State board rules owner is using land for agriculture
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La Plata County man sought on suspicion of domestic violence
Suspect fled scene in stolen 2006 Toyota Avalon
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Weekly planner for Dec. 28-Jan. 1
du1-i-syn City of Durango: La Plata County: www.co.laplata.co.us or call 382-6210. Town of Bayfield: www.bayfieldgov.org or call 884-9544. Town of Ignacio: www.colorado.gov/pacific/ignacio or call 563-9494. Bayfield School District: www.bayfield.k12.co.us or…
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Fort Lewis College will return to in-person learning Feb. 1
Student enrollment projected to be flat or down slightly
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La Plata County approved for 5-Star Business Variance Program
More than a dozen restaurants certified for indoor dining
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Community Treehouse gives parents a break during pandemic
Bayfield play space fosters community
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Are tiny homes an affordable housing solution for high-priced La Plata County?
Owners say there are plenty of barriers, but also rewards
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Lauren Boebert to challenge Electoral College vote
Congresswoman-elect again repeats false allegations of widespread voter fraud
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Landscape expert offers tips for sustainable gardening in Southwest Colorado
Plant Select: It’s possible to have attractive gardens while conserving water
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Hackers target – but fail to scam – local fire district
Scheme seeks to cheat state unemployment program
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Manna soup kitchen offers holiday cheer
When budgets are tight, 550 meals help brighten Christmas
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How Colorado’s unemployed influenced the federal coronavirus relief bill
Colorado had some sway on new benefits for out-of-work Americans
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Where has Durango’s 2019 sales tax increase for roads gone?
City Council split over using money for maintenance, new projects
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Small Colorado mountain counties plan mass testing
Gunnison, Ouray and San Miguel plan testing events – with and without symptoms
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Small shops cater to last-minute Christmas shoppers
In Durango and Farmington, COVID limits have people supporting local retailers
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Durango backcountry skiers likely triggered fatal avalanche, report says
Slide occurred on a steep slope above tree line
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U.S. military confirms pandemic won’t ground Santa Claus
NORAD will track St. Nicholas, keep phone lines open
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Town of Bayfield announces light contest winners
The town and partners want to thank community members for the colorful lights and Kira Gosney and Momentum Fitness for declining to enter the commercial category, which made more prize…
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Outbreak of COVID-19 cases reported at Durango’s Walmart
Six staff members test positive, state records show
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After a quarter of a century, Methodist Thrift Shop manager departs
Lori Brouner finds friendship, camaraderie with store’s employees and customers
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Moderna vaccine arrives in La Plata County
Health care workers, long-term care staff members and residents prioritized for vaccinations
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Five new COVID-19 outbreaks reported in Montezuma County
City of Cortez, nursing home and grocery store see cases
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Bayfield High School COVID-19 outbreak will not deter in-person learning, superintendent says
District’s choice to open schools draws concerns
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Colorado lawmakers ask Trump for wildfire disaster declaration
Federal assistance would help Colorado recover from record-setting season
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Ignacio takes steps toward housing development
Town considers plans for new apartments, townhomes