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Colo. police reform a possibility

In wake of incidents, lawmakers consider options

December 23, 2014

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New trolley fare starts on Jan. 5

Some students, nonprofits to see lower monthly rates

December 23, 2014

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Red Mountain Pass reopens

A Colorado Department of Transportation snowblower worked Monday along U.S. Highway 550 Monday near Silverton in near whiteout conditions.Courtesy of…

December 23, 2014

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DHS students win business contest

DECA is a national organization that prepares students at high school and college levels for leadership in business, finance and…

December 23, 2014

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What will be the fate of McPhee Reservoir?

Commissioners say feds hamper recreation, economy of area

December 22, 2014

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Checking it twice

With Durango School District 9-R students on winter break, 7-year-old Rei Rasmussen still had an important deadline Monday: to have…

December 22, 2014

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Gas costs align with U.S. average

Prices nationwide declined for 88 consecutive days

December 22, 2014

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Local Briefs

The La Plata Quilters Guild drew the winning ticket for this year’s raffle quilt at its annual Christmas party. Clark…

December 22, 2014

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State economy outpaces nation

But refund mandates tie lawmakers’ hands

December 22, 2014

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A raise for Durangoans?

Minimum-wage debate gains interest with proposed state bill

December 22, 2014

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Dayplanner Tuesday

Tuesday Terry Rickard, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., 247-4431. Super Ted’s Super Trivia Night, 6:12 p.m., Ska…

December 22, 2014

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The Blotter

Monday 12:11 a.m. A man was arrested after he pulled a knife on another man at a bar in an…

December 22, 2014

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Long-distance genetic counseling available

A gasoline station attendant pumps gas Thursday, July 13, 2006, in Portland, Ore. Oil prices are hitting new highs, going…

December 22, 2014

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Hilltop resident caught after going missing

Dylan Brent Sanchez, who was serving two years for trespassing in a dwelling, received a pass on Dec. 16 to…

December 22, 2014

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Workshop on ancestral Puebloans

Twenty-five K-12 educators, including three graduate students, will study the native Puebloans of the central Mesa Verde region from June…

December 22, 2014

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Molas, Coal Bank restrooms in limbo

The county took over the job last year after the federal agency said it would demolish them if no one…

December 22, 2014

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100-plus mph winds, snapping trees

117 mph gust measured near Red Mountain

December 22, 2014

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FLC’s continuing-ed program now professional, no longer personal

“This is a positive change,” Gigi Baty, director of the program, said Thursday. “It’s positive for the community, for the…

December 21, 2014

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Dayplanner Monday

Sunrise Yoga, 7-8 a.m. and 8:15-9:15 a.m., Boys and Girls Club of La Plata County, 2750 Main Ave., $5, 259-0385.…

December 21, 2014

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And the West is History

75 years ago: “The Kiva Theater will hold its yearly Kiddies’ Christmas Party with this year’s show planned to be…

December 21, 2014

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Get ready for blustery, post-solstice weather to blow in

Expect a smorgasbord: Wind, snow and sun

December 21, 2014

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Afternoon swim, evening with St. Nick

Jeremiah Roybal, 4, of Albuquerque, got to spend Saturday afternoon at the Durango Community Recreation Center pool before going on…

December 21, 2014

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Congress asked to renew support for new parents

Home-visiting programs for struggling families were pioneered in Colorado. Now, the Colorado Children’s Campaign is among 14 state organizations –…

December 21, 2014

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Reports a threat to pot retailers

Differing laws lead to money laundering

December 21, 2014