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Wednesday 7:37 a.m. Wires were hanging down in an alley behind Doughworks, 2653 Main Ave. 8:54 a.m. Someone’s computer, bag and important documents were stolen at the Durango Skate Park,…
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A new contractor will take over the operation of a VA medical clinic in Durango, Valor Healthcare Inc. will manage the Contract Community Based Outpatient Clinic for the New Mexico…
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Wildcat Mining asked to put up $100K for repairs
du1-i-syn Wildcat Mining Corp. has until Jan. 31 to put $100,000 in escrow to pay for long-overdue fixes to an illegal road the company’s former owner built. “They say they…
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Barnes twins to make TV appearances
Tracy Barnes, left watches her twin sister, Lanny Barnes, take aim near Molas Pass after a morning workout. The twin biathletes have become a bit of a media sensation after…
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Rocks keep rolling on Red Mountain Pass
Latest falling debris spread along 200-foot section
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Snow on the brain
A driver is thinking doubly hard for snow, as seen on the back window of an SUV parked Wednesday along Main Avenue. But the National Weather Service’s forecast for Durango…
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Energy mandate repeal dies in ‘kill committee’
Renewable rule helped fuel counties’ secession effort
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Red Mountain shut down for days
Loose-rock mitigation to keep highway closed ‘at least through weekend’
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A picnic in January
Susan Caudle and Beth Blovin enjoy lunch by the Animas River with their dog, Zeffy, on Monday afternoon. The National Weather Service expects clear skies and highs in the mid-40s…
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Windy walk
Under clear skies and temperatures in the 40s, wind buffets downtown Durango on Tuesday as a pedestrian walks past flags in front of the Durango Transit Center. The National Weather…
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County assessor seeks his 8th term
Craig Larson hasn’t had an opponent in recent elections
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Lawyers face ethical dilemma with pot law
Federal prohibition means legal advice falls in gray area
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Commissioners stay neutral on own raises
State proposal would boost county officials’ pay by 20 percent
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Dayplanner Wednesday
Mike + Ruthy (vintage Americana), 7:30 p.m., $10/$12, Studio &, 1027 Main Ave., www.anddurango.com. Greg Ryder, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., 375-7150. Ace Revel, 6 p.m., 6512,…
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All members of the Durango High School Class of 1964 are invited to meet at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 23 in the pub room of Carver Brewing Co., 1022 Main Ave.…
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Tracy Barnes sends her twin to Olympics
Lanny to compete in Sochi, Russia, after sister sacrifices spot for her
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Metal petals
With temperatures hovering near freezing, the only flowers in full bloom along east Eighth Street were metal flowers placed on the sidewalk outside of The World According to Mark pottery…
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Sunday suspense
Denver Broncos fans Hannah Starbuck and Ciara Krening watch their team host the San Diego Chargers Sunday afternoon at Carver Brewing Co.JENNAYE DERGE/Durango Herald
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Program helps seniors get back on their feet again
New skills gained after struggles during recession
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Making turns for cause at ski area
Locals Benefit Day at Purgatory aims to help 4 nonprofits
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Man boards to safety
Photos By Griz photographer Rob Finn was snowboarding alone near chairlift 3, on what is known as the “backside” of the mountain, when he crashed into a tree, possibly puncturing…