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Energy shock from Iran war to weigh on Europe’s growth, boost inflation

FILE -The Euro currency symbol is seen prior to a press conference after an ECB's governing council meeting in Frankfurt,…

May 21, 2026

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San Juan National Forest, La Plata County implement fire restrictions

Stage 1 rules apply to lower elevation areas; minimum fine for violating guidelines is $530

May 20, 2026

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La Plata Electric Association board of directors election winners announced

Candidates ran on transparency, affordability and reliable power transmission

May 20, 2026

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Montezuma-Cortez narcotics team seizes $1.4M in meth, fentanyl during undercover operation

Police arrest Carlos Miramontes in connection with operation; formal charges not yet filed

May 20, 2026

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2026 brings third-lowest Animas River peak flow in history

River-centric events forge ahead despite low-flow year; hydrologist urges residents to conserve water

May 20, 2026

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AI’s growing environmental and economic costs deserve far greater public attention

“Water is life. AI and data centers are not.” Artificial Intelligence has become nearly impossible to avoid. If you read…

May 20, 2026

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Education hits the road with Durango School District’s new Ignite Mobile Learning Lab

Retrofitted bus will travel through La Plata County to deliver STEM learning opportunities

May 20, 2026

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After drowning, witnesses call for greater safety measures at Lake Nighthorse

Lack of emergency devices, flotation items, signage contributed to tragedy, group says

May 19, 2026

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Red Robin: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Inc. (RRGB) on Tuesday reported a loss of…

May 19, 2026

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Large commercial developments to be more closely scrutinized in Animas Valley

Projects already underway – including a proposed luxury RV park – are grandfathered in

May 19, 2026

Education

Pueblo Community College Southwest graduates 367 students

‘You were here because you brought a dream to life,’ nursing faculty member says. “You set a goal and you…

May 19, 2026

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The mysterious disappearance of Vallecito’s 35-foot-tall logjam

Someone quietly removed the large blockage on the creek that was created during October floods

May 19, 2026

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Spanish fashion magnate’s son arrested on suspicion of involvement in his death

FILE – Isak Andic, the founder of Spanish fashion brand Mango, arrives at the Fall-Winter 2011 Mango's fashion show in…

May 19, 2026

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Bayfield School District reverses decision to move Wolverine Academy to high school campus

Feedback from families influenced change of heart, superintendent says

May 18, 2026

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Bayfield School District names sole interim superintendent finalist

Durango-based candidate offers extensive education, leadership background

May 18, 2026

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Rangers pitcher MacKenzie Gore leaves game with muscle tightness

Texas Rangers starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore works against the Colorado Rockies in the first inning of a baseball game Monday,…

May 18, 2026

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Police: Two suspects kill 3 people at a San Diego mosque before killing themselves

People stand behind police tape at the scene of a shooting outside the Islamic Center of San Diego Monday, May…

May 18, 2026

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Man dies while swimming at Lake Nighthorse near Durango

Autopsy scheduled for Thursday; presumed cause of death is drowning, coroner says

May 18, 2026

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A humanitarian aid ship from Mexico docks in Havana as US-Cuba tensions escalate

The Asian Katra cargo ship, top left, arrives in Havana Bay in Havana, Cuba, Monday, May 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Ramon…

May 18, 2026

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Durango therapist tackles trickle-down effect of burned out bosses

Employers must address their own stress to operate thriving businesses, expert says

May 18, 2026

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Durango police chief says technology name of game in modern policing

AI bodycams, first responder drones and more in store for DPD

May 18, 2026

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Corbin Carroll hits 2 homers, drives in 3 as the Diamondbacks beat the Rockies 8-6

Arizona Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll follows the flight of his two-run home run off Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen in…

May 17, 2026

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Public meetings for the week of May 18-22

City of Durango Monday, May 18 Councilor Jessika Loyer Office Hours, noon, lobby, Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave.…

May 17, 2026

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Town of Silverton gets new entry signs

Some are calling it ‘just the right vibe’

May 17, 2026