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Durango fire officials remind residents to check carbon monoxide detectors after finding ‘above average’ levels at apartments

First responders called to Rocket Pointe’s leasing office on Saturday morning

March 30, 2024

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Photos: Scrambling for eggs

Children ranging from toddlers to 8-year-olds participate in Easter Egg Scramble

March 30, 2024

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Proposal for ‘bridge housing’ at Adventure Inn in north Durango a no-go

Community Investment Alliance struggled to meet funding requirements, CEO says

March 30, 2024

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La Plata County man sentenced to prison for manslaughter

Prosecutor and defense attorney clash over facts of the case

March 29, 2024

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Vietnam veterans remembered and honored in Durango at wreath-laying ceremony

‘Never again will one generation of veterans abandon another’

March 29, 2024

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New trial denied for ‘Rust’ armorer convicted in cinematographer’s death

Hannah Gutierrez-Reed will remain in custody pending her sentencing

March 29, 2024

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Fort Lewis College students explore ways to have more civil political discourse

Misinformed stereotypes among reasons for divisiveness

March 29, 2024

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City of Durango hopes to start a conversation around water use

Study shows ‘exponential’ differences between highest and lowest users

March 29, 2024

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Man receives 12 years to life in prison for sexual assault on child

Judge says conviction made possible by victim’s courage to testify

March 28, 2024

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Photos: Durango School District 9-R repairs 100-year-old clock

Stephanie Sohles, with Clock Repair and Restoration in Durango, explains how the pneumatic clock works to her intern Jesus Ahuatzi,…

March 28, 2024

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What’s happening on the ground with Southwestern water?

A panel highlights local achievements at the water district’s 40th seminar

March 28, 2024

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Pueblo Community College Bayfield site to close this summer

Location terminated after just five years

March 28, 2024

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Switching to drought-resistant crops ‘ain’t pretty’ – but support for farmers is there

Ute Mountain Ute farmers are leaders in agricultural community

March 28, 2024

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Durango airport doing what it can to keep up with demand

Aviation director fields questions about future expansion plans

March 28, 2024

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Last coal-fired engine departs Durango train station, marking end of an era

Saturday was bittersweet for crews who sent No. 481 on its final ride before it’s converted for oil use

March 27, 2024

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Housing official says workforce, character of Durango threatened by lack of affordable inventory

Guest speaker renews warnings during Eggs & Issues forum

March 26, 2024

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Tom Stritikus resigns as Fort Lewis College president

Man at the center of FLC takes on new opportunity at Occidental College

March 26, 2024

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Photos: Training tower tear down

FCI Constructors oversaw the demolition of the old Durango Fire Department training tower Tuesday at Station No. 2, at 1235…

March 26, 2024

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La Plata Electric Association votes to withdraw from Tri-State contract

Questions loom about electric rates, future energy suppliers as co-op enters two-year exit period

March 26, 2024

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Two finalists named for La Plata County Public Health director

One candidate hails from Southwest Colorado, the other is from Rhode Island

March 26, 2024

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Mancos-based outdoor education program celebrates 40 years

Co-founder says teens seek authenticity in educational experiences

March 26, 2024

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Bayfield mayor eyes second term, while board of trustees member seeks to unseat her

Ashleigh Tarkington and Tom Au go head-to-head in April 2 election

March 25, 2024

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McPhee Reservoir boat ramp to open April 15

Main ramp to open mid-April, followed by House Creek Boat Ramp May 1

March 25, 2024

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One killed in single-car crash west of Durango

Colorado State Patrol suspects excessive speed played a role in accident

March 25, 2024