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Glenwood Canyon closure will be a pain point for Colorado’s economy

Thousands of trucks delivering goods rely on corridor daily

DATE: Aug 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The mudslides that closed I-70 also muddied Hanging Lake’s crystal clear water

Hanging Lake’s pristine waters were spared from major damage last year when the Grizzly Creek fire engulfed the area surrounding the popular tourist destination, leaving only minor damage to...

DATE: Aug 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Tuesday memorial set for former Colorado Gov. Richard Lamm

DENVER – A public memorial service is planned next week for former Colorado Gov. Richard “Dick” Lamm, who died on July 29 at age 85. Lamm’s widow, Dottie Lamm, said in a statement the servic...

DATE: Aug 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

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Durango Police Department Tuesday La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Thursday 10:33 a.m. A fake ID was investigated at Durango-La Plata County Airport. 1:59 p.m. A vehicle w...

DATE: Aug 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Best bets this weekend in and around Durango

Best bets this weekend include Durango Paddleboarding Meetup and San Juan County, New Mexico, Fair. Women of Colorado will host a paddleboarding meetup from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at La...

DATE: Aug 6, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter

Durango Police Department Tuesday La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday 12:46 p.m. Deputies assisted with a fire call in the area of Rockridge. 4:28 p.m. A camper tra...

DATE: Aug 5, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

San Juan Basin Public Health announces vaccine clinic schedule

Clinics offered in La Plata, Archuleta counties

DATE: Aug 5, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Navajo Nation: No COVID-19 related deaths for 4th day in row

WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – The Navajo Nation on Wednesday reported 34 new COVID-19 cases, but no additional deaths for the fourth consecutive day. The latest numbers released by tribal health offi...

DATE: Aug 5, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Southern Ute government opens offices to public after long COVID-19 restrictions

Visitors must follow tribe’s health safety guidelines

DATE: Aug 5, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

U.S. plans 50% more wild horse roundups amid Western drought

Critics say ranchers don’t want mustangs competing with livestock for limited resources

DATE: Aug 4, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

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Durango Police Department Tuesday La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday 10:07 a.m. Guns were reported lost or stolen at Purgatory Resort. 4:44 a.m. A stolen gun was rep...

DATE: Aug 4, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Navajo Nation: No COVID-related deaths for third day in a row

WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – The Navajo Nation on Tuesday reported 28 new COVID-19 cases, but no additional deaths for the third consecutive day. The latest numbers released by tribal health officia...

DATE: Aug 4, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News