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A Durango church wanted to buy a building – but it lost control of the narrative

Rumors that parish would serve houseless caused uproar, but parking ultimately killed proposal

June 8, 2023

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How should unused lodgers tax dollars be spent on Durango tourism efforts?

City departments and Visit Durango request funding for EV chargers, transportation signage and destination management

June 8, 2023

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New details of 2009 Ignacio cold case come to light

Suspect allegedly mistook victim for another man

June 8, 2023

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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4031 in Durango reintroduces Red Shirt Fridays

Movement began in 2005 as a way to put political views aside and show support for troops

June 7, 2023

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Bennet introduces Headwaters Protection Act in Congress

Legislation would work to protect watersheds and forestry across the U.S.

June 7, 2023

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Electra Lake to open for first time since 2019

Winter’s heavy snowfall means boats will be allowed back on the water this year

June 7, 2023

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Do swollen rivers help or hurt Durango rafting companies?

Some customers are incentivized by high flows, while others are deterred

June 7, 2023

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Ska Fabricating receives governor’s award for exporting

CEO says 20% of the company’s business is international

June 7, 2023

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Normandy marks D-Day’s 79th anniversary, honors World War II veterans

A plane flies over the American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, Normandy, Monday June 5, 2023. (AP Photo/Thomas Padilla)Thomas Padilla ON OMAHA…

June 6, 2023

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Papa Jake survived D-Day on Omaha Beach, now he’s a TikTok star

Jake Larson, 100, has more than 600,000 followers

June 6, 2023

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Photo: A wee bit more added to Lake Nighthorse’s Wibit

Swimmers make their way back to shore on Tuesday from the lifeguard tower that is one of the new features…

June 6, 2023

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Novice rafters, tubers advised to take precautions this season on rivers

Safety experts advise people to use life vests and water shoes, and scout routes before committing

June 6, 2023

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Historic Columbine Cabin to be removed from Purgatory Resort

A buyer will be selected through a sealed bidding process

June 6, 2023

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Strater Hotel dedicates Room 215 to Coffee Club

Group met every morning for decades at Mahogany Grille

June 6, 2023

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Video: Iron Horse Veterans Train 2023 leaving Durango

Military veterans were among the passengers on the first train departing Saturday from Durango to Silverton. Veterans were allowed to…

June 6, 2023

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Family and friends remember Toh-Atin’s Mary Jane Clark

Durango resident loved skiing, playing bridge and learning about other people

June 6, 2023

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Freestyle kayakers show off skills in River Days competition

Brother and sister take home first-place prizes in two events

June 5, 2023

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Kevin Hall takes job as deputy manager at La Plata County

Former city of Durango employee has been serving as county’s interim Community Development director

June 5, 2023

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Man stabbed and killed in Cortez near Speedway gas station

Suspect being held on second-degree murder charge

June 5, 2023

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La Plata County residents are raising a ruckus over property valuations

Values are 40%, 60% or even 100% higher than in 2021

June 5, 2023

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Increase in property values doesn’t mean a windfall for taxing entities, says county

Public agencies say inflation and state laws take a bite out of net revenues

June 5, 2023

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Former Durango couple are changing lives in Ugandan orphanage

Facility for special needs children houses 49 kids, reunites 14 with their families

June 4, 2023

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SOIL lab and community garden reenters fundraising mode after ribbon-cutting celebration Saturday

Plot beside Riverview Elementary serves as learning space for students, growing place for visitors

June 3, 2023

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Departing public health director says communication most powerful tool agency possesses

Liane Jollon reflects on her 10 years at the helm of San Juan Basin Public Health

June 3, 2023