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Metallic Minerals receives millions in investor funds, boost for La Plata exploration

Financial uncertainty key hold-up on summer drilling. Cash infusion could remove barrier

June 9, 2026

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Bayfield High School instructor named semifinalist for Teacher of the Year

‘It's a great honor and a great opportunity,’ nominee says

June 8, 2026

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Durango implements fine schedule for illegally parked RVs

Councilors compromise on enforcement and city character

June 8, 2026

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Earthquake with 6.1 magnitude hits offshore Cuba, shaking buildings in Havana

HAVANA (AP) — A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck near western Cuba on Monday, shaking buildings in Havana and beyond. No…

June 8, 2026

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Red flag warning issued for Southwest Colorado

Hot, dry and windy conditions create critical fire conditions

June 8, 2026

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Southwest Colorado representatives talk healthcare, criminal justice and data centers

Cleave Simpson and Katie Stewart find common ground in championing rural issues at state Capitol

June 8, 2026

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Ukrainian strikes hit oil sites in Russia and Crimea

Marharyta Nekhoroshyva holds her son Mark inside a shelter at the children's regional hospital of Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on Thursday, May…

June 8, 2026

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La Plata County voters can expect primary ballots to arrive in mailboxes this week

Clerk and recorders office to send election materials Monday

June 8, 2026

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Multi-generational Durango ranching family creates legacy of conservation by entering into land easement

Preserving historic ranch on banks of Florida River preserves habitat, helps fight fires

June 8, 2026

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Hermosa Cliff Fire 100% contained Saturday

New blaze in 416 Fire burn scar reached 20 acres

June 7, 2026

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Public meetings for the week of June 8-12

EXAMPLE: Board of Adjustments, 3 p.m., Smith Chambers, City Hall, 990 East Second Ave. City of Durango Monday, June 8…

June 7, 2026

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Bulls broadcaster Stacey King, who played on three of Chicago’s NBA championship teams, dies at 59

FILE – Chicago Bulls television announcer Stacey King attends the first half of an NBA basketball game, Nov. 17, 2025,…

June 7, 2026

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Maverick Republican Sen. Bob Packwood of Oregon, who resigned after sexual harassment scandal, dies

FILE – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Bob Packwood, R-Ore., holds a book entitled "Intensive Care" by Ross Perot, during hearings…

June 7, 2026

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Silverton granted over $2 million in federal funds for wastewater facility revamp

Augmentation ponds over a decade due for repair

June 7, 2026

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Jacob Misiorowski throws 103.7 mph pitch, fastest by a starter since tracking began in 2008

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Jacob Misiorowski works against the Colorado Rockies in the second inning of a baseball game Saturday,…

June 6, 2026

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D&SNG Railroad owner buys auctioned steam tractor for museum

There were at least 85 active bidders throughout the day on Saturday

June 6, 2026

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Immigration task force previews recommendations for Durango City Council

Bilingual employees, partnerships with police and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce proposed

June 6, 2026

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Cortez artist finds creative calling in her 70s, holds June exhibit at Cortez Cultural Center

Theresa Goldstrand said she has wanted to be an artist since childhood

June 6, 2026

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The Cluck Stop opens second location at Durango Hot Springs

Southern-style food truck to expand staff; offer new, curated menu

June 6, 2026

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Brewers score 8 late runs, stun Rockies 9-7 in wild 10-inning victory

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Sproat works against the Colorado Rockies in the first inning of a baseball game Friday,…

June 5, 2026

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Resident seriously injured in Cortez fire at Oak Meadows Mobile Home Park

Cause of Wednesday blaze under investigation as victim remains hospitalized

June 5, 2026

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Durango to purchase 2-acre Rivergate lot for workforce housing

City Council OK’s $1.55 million acquisition near Animas Surgical Hospital

June 5, 2026

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Brewers place DL Hall on injured list and designate Jake Woodford for assignment

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher DL Hall (37) walks off the mound with Milwaukee Brewers' Head Athletic Trainer Brad Epstein during the…

June 5, 2026

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Short legs, big attitudes: Durango corgis take over Main Avenue

First Corgi Crawl draws roughly 30 dogs, dozens of adoring humans

June 5, 2026