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Gov. Polis’ order may keep Mesa Verde open in case of shutdown

Federal government may shut down Sunday, shuttering land management agencies

September 29, 2023

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New Durango code amendments target ‘stream pollution’

Ordinance restricts sleeping, camping and pollution near public waterways

September 29, 2023

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Durango Levi’s collector to auction off ‘oldest’ pair of jeans

Brit Eaton has passion for collecting, investing in vintage clothing

September 29, 2023

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How would a government shutdown affect Southwest Colorado?

Public land access, social safety nets, airport workers could be impacted

September 29, 2023

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Mountain bikers celebrate ‘monumental’ opening of Durango Mesa Park demonstration trails

New connection from Horse Gulch trailhead just the beginning of ‘world-class’ athletic amenities, event spaces to come

September 29, 2023

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A purr-fect ending: Kansas cat found in La Plata County reunites with family

Sarin, who went missing in October 2020, was recently found in La Plata County and flown back home on Thursday

September 28, 2023

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Delinquent taxpayers owe over $1 million in La Plata County

The list, released Wednesday, comes ahead of the Nov. 2 tax lien sale

September 28, 2023

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Police chief talks ‘quality of life’ crimes at first Engage Durango Forum

The new public meetings will be held the fourth Tuesday of every other month

September 28, 2023

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Durango police searching for man suspected of rape

Woman says she was sexually assaulted while hiking near Powerline Trail

September 28, 2023

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Durango man gets prison for arm cast ‘clubbing’

Victim suffered traumatic brain injury, broken jaw

September 28, 2023

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Missing Kansas cat found near Durango headed home after 3 years

‘We just assumed that she was gone for good’ owner said

September 27, 2023

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Durango School District 9-R School Resource Officers discuss diversion, the role they play in education

Police force connect with youth through opportunities to work on campus

September 27, 2023

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Man arrested on suspicion of armed robbery north of Hermosa

Suspect fired two gunshots into the air before surrendering to law enforcement

September 26, 2023

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La Plata County will not move fairgrounds to Durango Mesa

Commissioners voted not to accept offer of 200 acres, citing projected $80 million cost

September 26, 2023

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Durango City Council OKs $1.2 million for former Big Picture building renovations

Work to allow fast relocation of Community Development, engineering departments and start to fire station construction

September 26, 2023

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Drunken driving suspect makes wrong turn onto railroad tracks

Durango police find SUV high-centered on D&SNG right of way

September 26, 2023

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New museum aims to help preserve Durango-Silverton railroad’s historical significance

Railroad Outdoor Museum will be unveiled Saturday in Silverton

September 26, 2023

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Archuleta County resident dies from plague

Health department offers tips for avoiding disease

September 25, 2023

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Durango Community Development aims to speed up decision-making processes

City department counts 1,098 customer interactions in one-week period

September 25, 2023

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Silverton rescue combines medical training with elite athleticism

Members see connection between extreme sports and rendering first aid

September 25, 2023

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First ‘Engage Durango Forum’ set for Tuesday at public library

Monthly meeting series created in response to backlash about boards and commissions reorganization

September 24, 2023

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Rocky Mountain Values hosts protest against Lauren Boebert ahead of possible government shutdown

U.S. Reps. Boebert, Matt Gaetz skip Republican Lincoln Day Dinner

September 24, 2023

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Annual La Plata County Veterans Stand Down hosts slew of vendors and donated clothes

Resource fair an invaluable place to ‘meet good people,’ receive help with trauma

September 23, 2023

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Silverton to decide on OHVs in town – again

The Oct. 3 vote will ask residents to decide of OHVs should be let back onto the town’s streets

September 23, 2023