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Milling and paving project to impact Florida Road traffic this week

Thoroughfare will remain open, but delays expected through Monday

July 6, 2026

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Air quality advisory issued as wildfire smoke blankets Southwest Colorado

Young, elderly and those with heart disease and respiratory illnesses should consider staying indoors

July 6, 2026

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Ferris Fire northwest of Dolores grows to nearly 51,622 acres

Blaze was 22% contained following Monday’s mitigation efforts

July 6, 2026

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Towaoc man sentenced to seven years in prison for assault

Bentley Watts Jr. pleaded guilty to two counts of assault against a former partner in 2024

July 6, 2026

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New Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Interim CEO wants to ‘make chocolate fun again’

Al Harper plans to move RMCF away from ‘corporate’ model, address financial woes

July 6, 2026

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Public meetings for the week of July 6-10

City of Durango Tuesday, July 7 City Council Study Session, 2 p.m., Smith Council Chambers, City Hall, 949 East Second…

July 5, 2026

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Durango’s Independence Day Parade attendance rivaled Snowdown’s, city says

Thousands brave summer heat to celebrate America’s birthday

July 5, 2026

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Car owners put Americana on full display during Cortez’s July 4 celebration

More than 70 old cars and modern models gleamed in the sun for the 250th celebration of the United States…

July 5, 2026

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Teen tribal members invited to apply for Colorado Youth Advisory Council

40 students connect with Colorado lawmakers to influence state policy

July 4, 2026

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Ferris Fire crosses Dolores River Canyon, prompting additional evacuations

Residents can go to Pleasant View Fire Department to seek shelter

July 3, 2026

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La Plata County law enforcement agencies warn against personal fireworks

Fines can rack up to $750, not considering if a blaze is started

July 3, 2026

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Durango councilor wants remedies for businesses hit by city projects

Business Improvement District, other organizations show support for fund

July 3, 2026

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Gunnison, Meeker, Bayfield and Cortez plan July Fourth fireworks

‘We know how to mitigate the risks,’ Gunnison County fire chief says

July 3, 2026

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Democratic ballots outpace Republican votes in La Plata County primary

What do results say about voters’ preferences heading into November?

July 2, 2026

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Gold Mountain Fire near Ouray makes northeast run, more evacuations in place

Blaze has grown to over 18,000 acres

July 2, 2026

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Bayfield plans to hold fireworks show, warns of legal trouble for recreational use

Silverton, Ouray, Durango, Pagosa Springs displays canceled amid heavy wildfire activity

July 2, 2026

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Motorcyclist dies in crash at Electra Lake north of Durango

Landon Tew, 18, was visiting from St. Mary’s, Georgia

July 2, 2026

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Ferris Fire resources focused to west Dolores Rim to fight spread, protect homes

Blaze grows to 27,380 acres Thursday morning

July 2, 2026

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Photos: A rich meal

A bumblebee crawls around on a thistle flower on Friday. Various types of thistles are in bloom in Durango and…

July 2, 2026

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Durango residents share concerns, excitement for Camino Crossing underpass

City says construction is slated for 2029

July 2, 2026

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Eight on Metz conceptual development plan gets Durango City Council approval

Residents ask for parking considerations with single-family ‘duplex’ proposal

July 1, 2026

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Despite regional fires, Cortez still plans to host July 4 fireworks show

While multiple blazes burn in the Four Corners, Cortez officials say the show will go on, weather permitting

July 1, 2026

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Photos: Don’t speed

Drivers make their way past two new permanent automated speed enforcement cameras on Florida Road on Tuesday between Oak Drive…

July 1, 2026

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Mandatory composting in Durango? City Council will decide this fall

Early survey results show support for improved existing services over new costs

July 1, 2026