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United Airlines to extend nonstop service to Houston at Durango-La Plata County Airport in 2026

Direct flights to run daily for extra month next year, says city

October 1, 2025

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What does a federal government shutdown mean for La Plata County?

Essential services to continue, but safety net programs at risk if freeze persists

September 30, 2025

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Durango conservationists write postcards to Congress for Public Lands Day

Advocates call for protection of nation’s parks and forests

September 30, 2025

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Durango School District’s ‘misinformation’ meeting covered funding, test scores, future projects

Only two attendees asked questions during a Q&A

September 30, 2025

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Photos: Road to Ewing Mesa Park nears completion, but to remain closed through 2026

Work on Ewing Mesa Road leading up to Durango Mesa Park should be complete in November with paving operations beginning…

September 30, 2025

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Court disqualifies Trump-appointed US attorney in Nevada from overseeing multiple criminal cases

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A federal judge has disqualified Trump-appointed Nevada federal prosecutor Sigal Chattah from several cases after concluding…

September 30, 2025

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La Plata County commissioners back roadless rule with letter to USDA

‘It’s speaking out in as many ways as we can to stand up for public lands,’ commissioner says

September 30, 2025

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Celebrating the life of Toh-Atin Gallery owner Jackson Clark

‘He was the heartbeat of every room. He was the thread that quietly wove people together,’ one speaker said

September 30, 2025

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OpenAI’s ChatGPT now lets users buy from Etsy, Shopify in push for chatbot shopping

FILE – Chat GPT app icon is seen on a smartphone screen, Aug. 4, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato,…

September 30, 2025

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Former aide to German far-right lawmaker in the European Parliament is convicted of spying for China

Journalists wait outside the Dresden Higher Regional Court in Dresden, Germany, Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025. (Sebastian Kahnert/dpa via AP)(Sebastian Kahnert/dpa…

September 30, 2025

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World becomes a classroom for students in Animas High’s Osprey Block courses

Three week sessions ranged from climbing and river rafting to cultural studies, welding and theater

September 30, 2025

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Man who killed bear in Dolores fined $500 for illegally discharging firearm

Illegal hunting charge amended to violation for failing to latch bear-resistant trash

September 30, 2025

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Explosives scare north of Durango ends not with a bang but … an abundance of caution

Hazardous material prompts evacuations, closure of U.S. Highway 550

September 29, 2025

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Denver 28, Cincinnati 3

Cincinnati 3 0 0 0 — 3 Denver 7 14 0 7 — 28 First Quarter Cin_FG McPherson 26, 9:08.…

September 29, 2025

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Federal indictment charges 3 activists with alleged ‘doxing’ of ICE agent in Los Angeles

FILE – People line up outside the Los Angeles Federal Building in Los Angeles, housing the U.S. Immigration and Customs…

September 29, 2025

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Durango School District purchases Lightner Apartments for $10 million

35 units to be used as affordable housing for staff, educators

September 29, 2025

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Pipeline that delivers Durango’s drinking water in ‘critical need of replacement’

City Council approves $2.8 million in additional design funding

September 28, 2025

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Police: Deadly shooting in North Carolina was ‘highly premeditated’ and location was ‘targeted’

Joey Whitaker from Holden Beach plays "Amazing Grace" on the bagpipes in front of the American Fish Company following a…

September 28, 2025

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Death toll climbs to 40 after stampede at political rally for popular actor Vijay in southern India

Relatives of people who were killed in a stampede during a rally for a popular Indian actor and politician, mourn…

September 28, 2025

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Stampede at a political rally for popular actor Vijay in southern India kills 36, injures 40

Relatives of people who were killed in a stampede during a rally for a popular Indian actor and politician, mourn…

September 27, 2025

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Nectarios Triantis scores in second half to help Minnesota United tie Rapids 1-1

COMMERCE CITY, Colo. (AP) — Nectarios Triantis scored midway through the second half to help Minnesota United earn a 1-1…

September 27, 2025

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Durango Botanic Gardens celebrates 15th anniversary

‘Capstone’ community venue garden planned to open at library in 2026

September 27, 2025

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Washington State rides Zevi Eckhaus, defense to 20-3 victory over Colorado State

FORT COLLINS, Colo. (AP) — Zevi Eckhaus threw a touchdown pass and Washington State’s defense held Colorado State without a…

September 27, 2025

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Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Durango the biggest yet

Target fundraising goal of $32,000 easily met, organizers say

September 27, 2025