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Bad actors prompt road closure, increased security on Smelter Mountain
‘People are destructive, and everyone is tired of it now’
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Durango eighth graders bake for shelter residents
Cookies form the heart of their ‘Care Packages’
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With danger high, Colorado avalanche center increases messaging
An unprecedented push to get skiers’ eyes on forecasts
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CJ’s Diner wants lawsuit thrown out, says regulations are unconstitutional
Restaurant defied public health orders by offering indoor dining
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Christ The King Lutheran Church to host Christmas Eve service
To join the service, visit www.ctkdurango.org.
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Eviction levels could be ‘catastrophic’ in Durango if freeze is not extended
United Way rental assistance almost doubles this year
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Habitat for Humanity workforce housing approved as Enterprise Zone Contribution Project
This designation allows donors of $250 or more to be eligible for a 25% state tax credit, and a 12.5% state tax credit on in-kind donations. This project helps move…
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Alano Club to remain open during holidays
There will be no potlucks or meetings around the clock, but there will be in-person meetings, including NA, Young People, regular AA and Alanon. The schedule is on the building…
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Free community COVID-19 testing available at fairgrounds and in Bayfield
Free COVID-19 tests are being offered at the La Plata County Fairgrounds and at the Upper Pine Fire Protection District Administration Building in Bayfield.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file La Plata County…
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City of Durango seeks comments on 30th Street Connect Project
The project, which will install a safe pedestrian crossing of north Main Avenue, was identified as a high priority safety project in the Multimodal Transportation Plan and the North Main…
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Weekly planner for Dec. 21-25
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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Christmas tree recycling drop-off opens at Santa Rita Park
Residents may drop off their natural trees, free of ornaments and tinsel, at the drop-off site near the large playground area. Trees will be recycled into mulch. For more information,…
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La Plata County seeks board and commission members
Board of Review.Citizens Review Panel for Child Welfare Grievances.Community Corrections Board.Core Services—Therapeutic and Life Skills Committee.Durango-La Plata County Airport Commission.Durango Public Library.Durango Hills Road Improvement District Advisory Committee.Extension Advisory Committee.Fire…
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Peak Health Alliance announces extension of open enrollment deadline
The extension was granted by the state’s health insurance marketplace, Connect for Health Colorado. People interested in Jan. 1 coverage can explore Summit, Grand and Lake county plan features at…
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Offer ideas to help design new Animas High School
The Osprey Community Design Charrette will be held at 5 p.m. Tuesday. The Zoom meeting will allow students, parents, alumni, staff members and all interested people to attend and offer…
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Durango Chamber of Commerce hires new manager
Olyerdu1-i-syn She will replace Rita Simon, who will retire at the end of the year. Oyler will assist businesses in La Plata County through communication, advocacy, education, marketing, leadership and…
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No COVID-19 tests Wednesday in Bayfield
Testing will resume at the normally scheduled times from 9 a.m. to noon Friday.
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City of Durango to host business relief forum Thursday
The forum will be broadcast live on Durango Government Television, Spectrum cable channels 191/981 or over-the-air on channel 10.1 and streamed online at www. DurangoGov.org/DGOV or www. Facebook.com/CityofDurango. The forum…
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Dump Hunger Food Drive will be held Friday, Saturday
Donations may be dropped off at the Ska Brewing, 225 Girard St. Every donation of 10 items or $10 will earn a free growler of Euphoria Pale Ale. Donations will…
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Summit Church to give away free Christmas boxes
Each free Christmas box is specially packed to make families feel loved and seen this holiday season. They are geared toward all community members, not just families or children. The…
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Durango police Sgt. Zane Hallock completes public safety program
Hallock successfully completed the 22-week Staff and Command program held in Evanston, Illinois. The program, implemented by the Center for Public Safety in 1983, has graduated more than 25,000 students…
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Summit Church to collection drive for Navajo and foster families
Donations will be collected in the parking lot via a drive line. New and gently used coats, hats, gloves, blankets, clothes, shoes and toys, along with nonperishable food items will…
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La Plata County Economic Development Alliance to host manufacturing webinar
Experts will discuss how to know when to pivot, import and export matters both in and out of the country, success stories during COVID, and new benefits from the Office…
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Weekly planner for Dec. 14-18
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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Forest Service offers tree-cutting reminders
Christmas tree cutting is not allowed: In wilderness areas, recreation areas or research natural areas.Within 100 feet of any developed campground.Within 100 feet of county roads and state or federal…
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Durango Transit offers discounts on passes and parking cards for Noel Nights
Cards and passes are available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays through Dec. 23 at the Transit Center, 250 W. Eighth St. The customer service window is closed from…
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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 100
Participants scored highest on a question about a local restaurant defying a public health order, with 99% of respondents correctly answering “CJ’s Diner.” Participants scored lowest on a question about…
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Chapman Hill Ski Area opens Friday
Hours of operation are: Dec. 12-20: 3-7 p.m. Monday-Friday, noon-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.Dec. 21-Jan. 3: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (3 p.m. close Dec. 24 and Dec. 31), closed Christmas Day and New…
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Sen. Bennet to host telephone town hall Friday
Coloradans are invited to talk about the challenges people continue to face during the pandemic. To receive call-in information the day of, visit www.december11thteletownhall.eventbrite.com.
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Annual Stuff the Truck Toy Drive to be held Saturday
There are additional drop off locations at EXIT Realty, 1032 Main Ave.; 99X studios at 1911 Main Avenue, Suite 100; and Durango Kids Pediatric Dentistry, 575 Rivergate Lane, No. 98,…