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Church’s Native Hope Solar brings light and heat to Navajo families
Durango’s First United Methodist group’s efforts grow among isolated residents
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Federal grant seeks to boost regional internet service
Satellite company receives $6.7M to expand services in three counties
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Texas family loses way from Durango to Norwood, kicks off search mission
Authorities say family spent night stuck in snow in San Juan Mountains
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Denver PBS coming to satellite viewers in Southwest Colorado
DISH Network and DirecTV to offer Rocky Mountain PBS in La Plata, Montezuma counties
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Commission reminds consumers to warm up safely
Carbon monoxide safety: Use portable generators outside the home at least 20 feet from the residence with exhaust pointed away. Never use a generator inside a home, basement, shed or…
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Holiday ski and snowboard lessons for youth offered at Chapman Hill
Lessons are available for ages 5 to 16 and will accommodate “never-ever” skiers and riders as well as those who have more experience and would like tips. The two-day sessions…
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CDOT announces construction team to build the U.S. 550/160 connection
Lawrence Construction and RS&H were chosen from two design-build teams that submitted proposals in October. CDOT evaluated the proposals based on the desired outcomes and the commitment to the project…
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Durango men suspected of armed robbery, assault remain at-large
Men still considered armed and dangerous, authorities say
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Luminarias will light up Fassbinder Park, not East Third Ave. on Christmas Eve
Insufficient volunteers found to help with display
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Weather Service issues winter weather advisory for incoming storm
Snow expected to affect holiday travel
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Powerhouse Science Center announces holiday hours
New Year’s Day will be “Pay What You Wish Day” – for a donation of the attendee’s choice or free admission. For more information, visit www.powsci.org.
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LPEA board passes 2020 budget
The budget includes a $3 million increase in revenue to update LPEA’s aging electricity infrastructure, improve customer service and support, and prepare for the future of the electric grid. In…
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1 person injured in morning crash, flown to Mercy
Just before 6 a.m., vehicle goes off side of County Road 310
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Silverton fire takes out historic building, power, internet and cell service
Town officials say blaze exposes vulnerability of mountain hamlet
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A passion for helping Durango’s homeless
Richard Dilworth doesn’t always get paid for the work he does, but he does it with joy
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Old Fort at Hesperus to hire an education garden manager
Minimum qualifications include: four or more seasons of vegetable growing experience, experience growing at high elevations or in short seasons, experience in leadership or teaching roles, especially in a farming…
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FBI Denver Division offers warnings of holiday scams
Consumers can do the following to reduce their chances of being victimized: Check credit card statements routinely. Purchase from a reputable, secure source. Beware of purchases or services that require…
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Christmas Day looks like a powder day
Another storm flirts with Southwest Colorado on Friday
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Fort Lewis trustees approve new master’s program to license principals
Degree track developed by regional educational leaders
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Durango credit union merges with bigger statewide operation
Members vote overwhelmingly to join larger organization
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Crow Canyon Archaeological Center announces 2020-21 Lister Fellow
Katie Richards, a doctoral candidate from Washington State University, has been selected as the next Lister Fellow by the Crow Canyon Archaeological Center. Crow Canyon Archaeological Center announces the selection…
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City of Durango announces Christmas holiday schedule
Jerry McBride/Durango Herald<br><br>10-23-19-Durango- Durango City Hall.du1-i-syn City administrative offices will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday. This includes City Hall, River City Hall, Police Station and Substation, Transit Center, Greenmount Cemetery…
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Mesa Verde National Park will increase entrance fees
Fees increase 50% to 66%; annual pass unchanged
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CDOT announces holiday work schedule at High Bridge project
Work will take place through Sunday, Dec. 22. During Christmas week no work (or limited work) is expected Monday through Thursday. Work will resume Friday through Dec. 30. During New…
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Durango City Council seeks volunteers for boards and commissions
Board of Ethics, Business Improvement District, Community Relations Commission, Creative Economy Commission, Design Review Board, Durango-La Plata County Airport Commission, Durango Local Licensing Authority, Durango Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Board,…
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Veterans support foundation pays Koppenhafer mortgage
Fallen gunnery sergeant chosen for ‘Season of Hope’ campaign
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Gov. Jared Polis orders flags lowered Friday
Jackson died Dec. 16 after a battle with adenoid cystic carcinoma, a rare job-related terminal cancer. He was hired as a firefighter in 1990 and went on to have a…
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Forest Service announces early road closure on Columbine Ranger District
The road is being closed earlier than the planned date of Dec. 31 because of the significant amount of snow that has fallen recently. Roads are closed seasonally to wheeled,…
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City to recycle Christmas trees at Santa Rita Park
There is no curbside pickup of Christmas trees. Residents may drop off natural trees free of ornaments and tinsel at the drop-off site near the playground at Santa Rita Park.…