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Affirmative action ruling won’t affect admissions at FLC, says college president

School was not making acceptance decisions based on race

July 12, 2023

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How did Silverton save a seat at the table?

The small town sits adjacent to a Superfund site; it fought to have a voice

July 12, 2023

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Helping Native American students become involved in tech fields focus of conference

More than 170 educators from all grade levels attended event at Fort Lewis College

July 12, 2023

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Possible sinkhole closes westbound lane of Florida Road in Durango

Streets Division investigates soil compaction issues on major thoroughfare

July 12, 2023

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Photo: Gateway to the future

Fairgrounds General Manager Emily Spencer cuts a ribbon with Jim Turner behind her as about 25 celebrate 100 feet of…

July 11, 2023

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Heat dome brings sweltering conditions to Southwest Colorado

Temperatures expected to reach 96 degrees this weekend in Durango

July 11, 2023

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Heads up brewers, food trucks and solar builders: La Plata County adopts new fire code

Updated regulations to have minimal impact on most residents

July 11, 2023

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An ‘impossible decision’: Public search concludes for missing hiker

Volunteers met daily and combed over 12,000 acres in the La Plata Mountains

July 11, 2023

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New structure near Durango Mall looks to be another car wash

Texas-based company adds to number of vehicle cleaning services in town

July 10, 2023

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Durango postal worker helps save woman’s life

89-year-old hadn’t picked up mail in three days, causing concern

July 10, 2023

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Colorado poet laureate touches on gun violence, immigration and love in visit to Durango

Bobby LeFebre is youngest and first person of color to hold title

July 10, 2023

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CDOT installs permanent avalanche control equipment on Red Mountain Pass

Some traffic impacts expected through July 17

July 10, 2023

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Searching for Ian O’Brien

‘Everybody is grieving and motivated, hopeful and hopeless’ partner says

July 9, 2023

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Photos and video: Rockin good time at Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show

Terrestrial Treasures, of Grand Junction, which buys, sells and excavates is one of 65 vendors at the 69th Annual Four…

July 9, 2023

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New safety rules at Lake Nighthorse seem to win over users

Parents feel ‘more comfortable’ with additional regulations

July 8, 2023

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Vehicle rolls over teenager resulting in severe leg injury northeast of Durango

It is the second such accident in less than a week in Upper Pine Fire district

July 7, 2023

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La Plata County implements fire restrictions

Stage 1 rules take effect Monday morning

July 7, 2023

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Photo: Staying cool

Romelle Maloney set up her summer yard display featuring bunnies by the pool on Friday in front of her Riverview…

July 7, 2023

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New gates turn La Plata County Fairgrounds into optimal concert venue

Changes will be able to accommodate 7,000 people

July 7, 2023

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Durango City Council reaches compromise on where to send unspent lodgers tax dollars

Tourism group receives majority of funds with leftovers earmarked for EV chargers

July 7, 2023

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The Durango Herald welcomes three summer interns

College-level students learn journalism while expanding local news coverage

July 7, 2023

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Chris Mountain Fire, west of Pagosa Springs, nearly 50% contained

Firefighters focus on burnouts, establishing fire lines

July 7, 2023

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Bat tests positive for rabies in Montezuma County

Montezuma County Public Health Department urges residents to take precautions

July 7, 2023

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Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club celebrates 76 years

Annual show will host 60 vendors Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Durango

July 7, 2023