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Stocks soar, Durango immigrants sweat in wake of overwhelming Trump win

President-elect stirs conflicting confidence and uncertainty

November 8, 2024

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Contest between Clark Craig and Katie Stewart for Colorado House remains undecided

With votes yet to be counted, Republican candidate not ready to concede

November 7, 2024

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Durango residents charged on suspicion of theft at Canyonlands historic site

Roxanne McKnight, 39, and Dusty Spencer, 43, were allegedly caught on camera in March

November 7, 2024

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Republican Jeff Hurd beats Democrat Adam Frisch in CD3 race

The main difference between the candidates is their stance on abortion

November 6, 2024

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Photos: A snowy day

Riders participate in the Fort Lewis College and community cyclocross practice on Wednesday as fresh snow covers the campus. (Jerry…

November 6, 2024

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Final unofficial vote totals for La Plata County

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November 6, 2024

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Matt Salka reelected La Plata County commissioner

Incumbent led his Republican opponent Paul Black by 12 percentage points

November 6, 2024

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$150 million school district bond passes in Durango

9-R plans to build new school in Three Springs, possibly affordable housing for teachers and staff

November 6, 2024

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Hurd and Frisch race neck and neck with more than half of votes tallied

Candidates battle for open seat in Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District

November 6, 2024

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Sen. Cleave Simpson wins reelection in Senate District 6

Republican incumbent secured a 10% margin of victory over Democrat Vivian Smotherman

November 6, 2024

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House District 59 race between Katie Stewart and Clark Craig too close to call

Democratic candidate leads by about 3 percentage points

November 6, 2024

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Voters overwhelmingly approve La Plata County lodgers tax reallocation

More than 69% of electorate said ‘yes’ to spending revenue on workforce housing, child care

November 6, 2024

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Uncontested La Plata County candidates sail to victory

Positions for DA, county commission had no challengers

November 6, 2024

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Voter turnout expected to hit 80% or higher in La Plata County

Reproductive rights, economy and housing front of mind for Election Day voters

November 5, 2024

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Video: Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad upgrading train tracks

Final phases of project underway at Camino del Rio and Main Avenue

November 5, 2024

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Veterans, Navajo Code Talkers honored with mural unveiling at American Legion in Durango

La Plata County Historical Society, Indigenous tribal representatives, Chamber of Commerce speak at ceremony

November 5, 2024

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Animas Trading Co. owner to sell business in Durango

Cathy Wakeman looks to pass baton to youthful entrepreneur

November 5, 2024

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La Plata County Medicaid rolls shrank 40% in the last 18 months

Open enrollment on Colorado’s health care marketplace began Nov. 1

November 4, 2024

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Storms bring cool temps, light snowfall to Southwest Colorado

Weather system from Pacific Northwest will linger through Wednesday

November 4, 2024

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Voter guide 2024: What you need to know about the candidates and ballot measures

Harry Leland drops off his ballot on Tuesday outside the La Plata County Clerk and Recorder’s Office in Bodo Park.…

November 4, 2024

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City to explore weekend parking meter fees for downtown Durango

Bus and trolley services at risk with impending budget shortfall

November 4, 2024

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What happens when voters doubt election security in La Plata County?

Clerk and Recorder Tiffany Lee meets skeptics with transparency

November 3, 2024

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Waited to vote until the last minute? Here’s what you need to know

About half of La Plata County’s active voters have cast ballots

November 3, 2024

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Women rally in Durango for reproductive health rights

About 200 people fill Buckley Park on Saturday ahead of Election Day

November 2, 2024