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Mancos graduates look to the future
Students praised for their ambition, welcoming attitude
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Colorado Coalition for the Homeless to host affordable housing forum
Home is deeply connected to health, making it nearly impossible to maintain good health without safe, stable and quality housing. The community is invited to attend a forum at the…
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City announces rescheduled date for College Drive lane closures
The project has been rescheduled because of weather and will now start Tuesday, and is anticipated to conclude by June 21. Eastbound traffic will be reduced to one lane and…
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife announces vehicle registration system upgrades
Members of the public who want to renew registrations on boats, off-highway vehicles or snowmobiles during this time will not be able to access the system online and will need…
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Gov. Polis orders flags lowered to honor Memorial Day
Flags should be lowered from sunrise to noon. To view the full presidential proclamation, visit bit.ly/2Qk88Ly.
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City announces Montview Parkway sidewalk closure
Pedestrians should use alternate routes during this time. The nearest alternate pedestrian routes are San Juan Drive/West 23rd Street to the north, or El Paso Street to the south. Montview…
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Montezuma-Cortez seniors graduate, embark on heroic path
135 graduates told to value time, do the right thing
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Weekly planner for May 27-31
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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City of Durango announces Memorial Day schedule
City administrative offices will be closed, including City Hall, River City Hall, Police Station and Substation, Transit Center, Greenmount Cemetery offices and the Parks and Recreation administrative offices. The Durango…
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CDOT announces Highway 550 closures for Iron Horse Bicycle Classic
U.S. Highway 550 north of Durango will experience partial lane closures and a full closure of Coal Bank and Molas passes Saturday during the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic.Durango Herald file…
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The Blotter
du1-i-syn Wednesday 10:22 a.m. Two men were fighting in the 3100 block of Main Avenue. At least one arrest was made. 10:27 a.m. Someone stole a trash can from the…
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The Blotter
du1-i-syn Wednesday 1:31 a.m. Someone reported a large boulder in the southbound lane of the 5800 block of Main Avenue. 2:04 a.m. Police received two reports about someone sleeping at…
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Dolores commencement ceremony
Dolores High School will hold its commencement from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday morning at the school’s football field.The Journal file Dolores High School seniors will graduate Saturday morning at…
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Gold Medal Orchard in Cortez receives Endangered Places Progress Award
Montezuma Orchard Restoration Project and Philip and Vivienne Kenyon, center, were presented with an Endangered Places Progress Award by Colorado Preservation Inc. Jude Schuenemeyer of the Montezuma Orchard Restoration Project…
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The Blotter
du1-i-syn Tuesday 5:44 a.m. Two men were fighting in the east 100 block of 29th Street. Monday 8 a.m. Three vehicles crashed and were blocking a lane of traffic in…
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MORP to participate in Dolores River Festival
Montezuma Orchard Restoration Project will be selling heritage apple trees at their booth at the Dolores River Festival on June 1.du1-i-syn Montezuma Orchard Restoration Project will be at the Dolores…
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CDOT requests input from Coloradans on transportation plan
Over the next several months, residents can join this effort online or in person to provide comments about transportation trends and issues that affect them. They can also identify specific…
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Blood drive to be held Wednesday
People who donate will be entered to win a Harley-Davidson Iron 883 Sportster. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2JPHkBw.
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City of Durango offers $5 utility bill credit
Collection reminders are available by email, phone or text. Residents who sign up online will also receive recycling tips and notification of special collections, holiday schedule changes and unanticipated service…
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Statewide seat belt enforcement campaign begins
This is the largest seat-belt enforcement period of the year and runs from May 20 to June 2. The campaign supports the agency’s effort to reduce the number of deaths…
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The Blotter
du1-i-syn Monday 4 a.m. A burglary was reported in the 2700 block of Main Avenue. Durango Fire Firefighters and medics responded to 40 calls Friday through Sunday, including 22 EMS…
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Weekly planner for May 20-24
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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Colorado Parks and Wildlife seeks applicants for Colorado Sportsmen’s Roundtable
Members attend an in-person meeting twice a year, attend conferences every two to three months, share information and ideas with roundtable members and senior CPW staff and be available to…
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Ride transit for free to Taste of Durango
A free shuttle between the La Plata County Fairgrounds and the Durango Transit Center will run about every 20 minutes from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. All Durango Transit routes…
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City announces weed abatement schedule
Areas that will be treated for noxious weeds are: Cundiff Park, city open space in the 200 block of Parker Avenue, city open space adjacent to the Animas River Trail,…
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The Blotter
du1-i-syn Wednesday 9:25 a.m. Someone shoplifted from a gas station in the 20400 block of U.S. Highway 160, in west Durango. 12:05 p.m. A man was screaming at people in…
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Cortez Council denies settlement recommendation with marijuana shop
Litigation continues in NuVue Pharma case
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Navajo State Park to host boating safety talk
Park staff will explain boating regulations and safety rules and demonstrate proper use of personal flotation devices. The park will also have paddleboards available. A local company will have small…
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County commissioners to hold ‘On the Road’ meeting in Ignacio
The public is invited to join the board for conversation around topics of interest or concern to residents. For more information, call 382-6219.
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The Blotter
du1-i-syn Tuesday 8:51 a.m. A woman trespassed in the cafe on the ground level of Mercy Regional Medical Center. At least one arrest was made. 12:52 p.m. A vehicle rear-ended…