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Four things to do on Fourth of July weekend

Celebrate with competitions, parades, light shows and music

July 1, 2023

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Blaze engulfs cardboard at Phoenix Recycling Center

Flames scorch facade on backside of commercial building; cause remains under investigation

July 1, 2023

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Durango City Council approves high-density use for vacant land along Florida Road

Durango Crossings development proposes more than 100 units, commercial use

July 1, 2023

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Over $820 million awarded to Colorado to improve broadband

‘The necessity ... is like water, it’s like sewer, and telephones and cable TV,’ says La Plata County commissioner

June 30, 2023

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Durango man who killed friend in DUI crash sentenced to prison

Rupert Chee, 36, had previous drunken driving offenses

June 30, 2023

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REI makes it official: Outdoor retailer coming to Durango

The store will staff about 50 employees and open in spring 2025

June 30, 2023

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Water line break in east Durango closes Goeglein Gulch Road for repairs

Taps run dry for residents in at least three subdivisions

June 30, 2023

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Colorado lawmakers argue for, against property tax relief bill in dual town halls

Democrats say Prop HH would save taxpayers billions, Republicans contend it will increase government spending

June 29, 2023

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Wildfire west of Pagosa Springs prompts evacuations

Small number of homes threatened, none lost to 120-acre blaze

June 29, 2023

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Hickenlooper says extreme agendas are hurting attempts to pass logical legislation

Durango residents ask about health care and immigration issues during town hall

June 29, 2023

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Photo: Acts of kindness

Members of the First United Methodist Church of Longview, Texas, from left, Jenna Crum, 17, Jordan Crum, 17, Olaedo Ibeawuchi,…

June 29, 2023

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Wildfire south of Durango grows to 126 acres

Up to 100 additional firefighters expected to respond to blaze

June 29, 2023

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Mama bear charges hiker on Durango trail

Colorado Parks and Wildlife urges outdoor enthusiasts to stay alert, be prepared for wildlife encounters

June 29, 2023

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La Plata County hosts Colorado clerks conference

In an age of election denialism, setting standards ‘very important’

June 29, 2023

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Boebert among elected officials sent letters with suspicious white powder

FBI and U.S. Postal Service investigating

June 29, 2023

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Should Colorado have a state dog? Survey results favor Bernese mountain dog

A survey shows Labrador retriever and Australian shepherd are also favored

June 29, 2023

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Atmos Energy warns of scams with fake websites and customer service numbers

Use ‘extreme caution’ when discussing utility bills, manager of public affairs says

June 29, 2023

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Durango Adult Education Center raises $3,330 at Fast & Curious fundraiser

Organization helps people through economic, social barriers with GED, language programs

June 29, 2023

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Search for missing hiker in La Plata Mountains carries on with community help

Sister says search teams believe Ian O’Brien is no longer in La Plata Canyon

June 28, 2023

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Arkansas Loop Fire scorches 86 acres south of Durango

Type III crew on scene with more support en route

June 28, 2023

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Mystery gas affects 17 campers at Vallecito Creek Campground

Medical treatment provided to eight people, none hospitalized

June 28, 2023

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Durango Kennel Club teaches brave dogs to be wary of rattlesnakes

Avoidance class seeks to replace curiosity with a healthy sense of fear

June 28, 2023

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Durango hires Spanish interpreter for municipal court proceedings

Providing accurate translation services part of city’s diversity, equity and inclusion efforts

June 27, 2023

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Photos: Boys and girls celebrate

Boys & Girls Club of La Plata County staff members, from left, Kathrene Frautschy; Stephanie Orris; Toffee Webb; and The…

June 27, 2023