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Durango School District breaks ground on new Three Springs Elementary

Building will open to students ahead of 2028-29 year

May 14, 2026

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Invasion of privacy trial for former La Plata County Jail commander postponed

Scheduling change upsetting for some alleged victims

May 14, 2026

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After months of uncertainty, Durango Planned Parenthood’s future stabilizes

Leaderships says clinic is meeting community need with part-time hours

May 14, 2026

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Durango school board sounds alarm that other schools may need to be consolidated

Sunnyside decision postponed; members want to study districtwide finances

May 14, 2026

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Durango sees near-record heat in early May

Recent daytime highs are 15 to 20 degrees above normal for mid-spring

May 13, 2026

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Pine River Shares raises $600,000 in 70-day fundraising push to buy school building

Grassroots effort will ensure food, health and social resources can stay in the area

May 13, 2026

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Durango businesses are taking creative approaches to improve affordability

Nontraditional economic practices can save money, reduce waste

May 13, 2026

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Barking at court: Montezuma County explores addressing prairie dog overpopulation

USDA Wildlife Services possible partnership may address conflicts with critters, including bears and beavers

May 13, 2026

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Southwest Colorado Small Business Conference tackles burnout, professional kindness

Event is a chance to network and gauge new businesses

May 12, 2026

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Southern Ute government becomes first tribe to sign federal energy agreement

Deal recognizes tribal sovereignty, reduces federal oversight

May 12, 2026

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‘Endurance’ artist says two crashes in two months is a fluke

Lone rider was modeled after sculptor’s deceased brother

May 12, 2026

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Some Durango businesses report positives as stage 1 water restrictions set in

‘If anything, it's increased our business,’ owner of Blooming Landscape and Design says

May 12, 2026

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Photos: Bicycle safety

The lone remaining “Endurance” cyclist, which used to be one of five, is outfitted with a bright-orange safety vest and…

May 11, 2026

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Sexual abuse in jails bill passes after three months under consideration

Legislation aims to tighten strip-search regulations, curb sexual abuse in jails

May 11, 2026

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Mancos to impose mandatory outdoor watering restrictions for summer

Guidelines will remain in place until Sept. 30

May 11, 2026

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Durango police trainee was fired for dishonesty. He kept his badge despite state reforms

Archuleta County Sheriff’s deputy Jermal Ball has since been disciplined four times for unsafe or distracted driving

May 11, 2026

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Examining Southwest Colorado drought through the eyes of the hive

Beekeepers see signs of stress in honey bee colonies after a warm winter and erratic spring

May 11, 2026

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Public meetings for the week of May 11-15

City of Durango Monday, May 11 Durango Renewal Partnership, 4:30 p.m., virtual. Teams meeting link: bit.ly/4cZSDo8 Tuesday, May 12 Durango…

May 10, 2026

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Durango residents work with police to locate three missing children over weekend

Alert, response coordinated between law enforcement and community via social media

May 10, 2026

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Manna, La Plata County Health Department bring substance use, mental illness out of the dark

Light Over Shadows Day created to raise awareness, curb stigma

May 10, 2026

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Reggae DJ and skiing icon Rasta Stevie reflects on affordability, community activism

Local legend wants young people to reject scarcity narratives, follow their hearts

May 10, 2026

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Florida Road roundabout art sculpture damaged again in Durango

90-year-old driver lost control of vehicle, took out one of two remaining cyclist sculptures

May 9, 2026

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Community fills downtown for first Durango Farmers Market of the season

138 vendors line 900 to 1100 blocks for 2nd Saturdays on Main

May 9, 2026

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The Wilds Tavern opens at former Switchback Taco site

Owners announced plans to convert taco shop into new concept in late March

May 9, 2026