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LPEA taking applications for electricity bill assistance
$50,000 provided to help with electric bills
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La Plata County Economic Development Alliance seeks comments on land-use code
Comments may be sent to [email protected] and must be submitted by June 26. This code will affect most building, planning and engineering activity. The alliance will assemble a committee to…
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Asbestos abatement at Mason Center begins Tuesday
The contractor is certified by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and will be responsible for removal, containment and disposal of…
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San Juan National Forest personal-use firewood and rock permits extended to Sept. 30
Rock permits are required for 250 pounds of rock or more. The free-use permits are for personal-use only and exclude commercial purposes. Forest users are asked to comply with normal…
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Weekly planner for June 15-19
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/ignacio or call 563-9494. Bayfield School District: www.bayfield.k12.co.us or call…
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Weed abatement to begin Monday on city property
Areas that will be treated for noxious weeds are the infields at Durango Softball Complex at Fort Lewis College, the area adjacent to the Skatepark, Oxbow Preserve, the northern most…
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U.S. 550 Hermosa Creek bridge work north of Durango to resume Monday
On Monday, repairs to the bridge will include removal and replacement of asphalt, bridge deck repairs and bridge joint repairs. Work on the Hermosa Creek structure is now expected to…
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City of Durango’s Gametime and outdoor recreation programs start Monday
The program for ages 5 to 13 is available from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. The cost is $27 per day or $22 per day if you…
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4CORE offers free program to income-qualified residents
This service may reveal health and safety issues and will provide the most beneficial, energy-saving upgrades that save residents hundreds in utility bills. For more information, call 4CORE at 259-1916…
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New Mexico governor wants voting reform, police body cameras
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said Wednesday that she’ll broaden the scope of the session to include possible election reform amid concerns about voter access in ballot-tallying delays in New Mexico’s…
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New Mexico health officials report 10 new COVID-19 deaths
The Health Department on Thursday also reported 10 new deaths, raising the death toll to 420. McKinley and San Juan counties in the northwestern corner of the state continue to…
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Durango Welcome Center opens with limited hours, social-distancing measures
The city of Durango, La Plata County, San Juan Basin Public Health and business leaders have all been working together to protect the community and visitors, while reinventing many business…
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Female bear and cubs returned to wilderness in New Mexico
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish said Wednesday that seven conservation officers worked around the clock over two days to capture and relocate the four bears. They were…
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Summer Blitz DUI enforcement period begins Friday
During the Memorial Day DUI enforcement period, 231 impaired drivers were arrested, which is a decrease from the 323 arrests made during this enforcement in 2019. An average of 60…
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San Juan Basin, Axis Health to provide free COVID-19 testing
Because this will be a drive-thru testing site, appointments are required to manage traffic concerns and distancing requirements. No referrals or doctors’ orders are needed. Testing is open to all…
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Repeat offender from Towaoc gets 30 years for assaulting wife
Jury finds Wells guilty of choking, beating wife
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Cortez Farmers Market returns, with coronavirus restrictions
Summer event reopens Saturday, with less community gathering
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La Plata County Commissioner Clyde Church offers phone-in office hours
Instead, Church will hold telephone office hours as scheduled. Constituents may reach Commissioner Church at 382-6216 to discuss issues of interest or concern with the county. For more information, call…
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Southern Ute Indian Tribe and state health department to coordinate COVID-19 testing
Tests are not mandatory. Tribal members and immediate household members (including non-enrolled tribal members) may elect to have the test performed. Tribal members are encouraged to wear face masks when…
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Pine River Library to host book club
PR and Programming Librarian Darcy will host the meeting and all patrons are invited to join. This month’s book is “Afterlife” by Julia Alvarez and is available through Freading. To…
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Ignacio Community Library to host virtual talk on sleep
Dennis Aronson, retired senior instructional designer and Peace Corps alumnus who has participated in the local Lifelong Learning program, will give a talk about sleep. Topics will include why humans…
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San Juan Regional Medical Center is open, taking precautions to provide safe, quality care
Entrance points are monitored to ensure all rules are followed. Cloth masks are mandatory for all patients, visitors and staff. Visitors are screened for symptoms and exposure to COVID-19. Check-in…
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Turf fertilization at city parks to begin Tuesday
Tuesday: Fanto Park (organic fertilizer) Tuesday: Needham Park (organic fertilizer) Tuesday: Folsom Park (organic fertilizer) Wednesday: Historic Tram Park Wednesday: Jenkins Ranch Park Thursday: Riverview Sports Fields June 16: Pioneer…
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La Plata County Economic Development Alliance to host virtual meeting
The meeting topic will be “Re-opening our business community.” Updates will focus on re-opening efforts from business leaders and elected officials in La Plata County and the city of Farmington.…
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Rock and debris to be cleared at U.S. 550 Bondad Hill south of Durango
Work will take place Tuesday, and possibly Wednesday, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Motorists will encounter lane shifts and a speed reduction from 60 mph down to 40 mph.…
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Weekly planner for June 8-12
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/ignacio or call 563-9494. Bayfield School District: www.bayfield.k12.co.us or…
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Mancos High grads focus on good memories, perseverance
Seniors encouraged during commencement to apply lessons of the pandemic and make positive changes
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Street maintenance work in Three Springs to begin Monday
Durango Herald file<br><br>Street maintenance work will begin Monday in various locations throughout Three Springs.du1-i-syn Traffic delays and road closures can be expected. Drivers are encouraged to be patient, look for…
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Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Durango to host Navajo Nation supply drive
The Diné community is being devastated by COVID-19. In addition to many people with health challenges that make them at high risk for infection and death, the Navajo Nation is…
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Suspect arrested for alleged vehicular assault in Montezuma County
Man injured; suspect fled scene on bicycle