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Yazzie leads in two-week fundraising period for Durango City Council race

Three of five candidates broke the $1,000 benchmark

March 31, 2023

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Update: Morosko sentenced to jail in Cortez for fatal shooting of bowhunter

Convicted felon may not own firearms; defense plans appeal

March 31, 2023

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Video, set to Looney Tunes theme song, shows boulder being blasted to bits

Contractors blew up two rocks that had fallen along La Posta Road (County Road 213)

March 31, 2023

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City to accommodate certified public water operators as it ends fire hydrant leasing program

Well on Wheels owner relieved business can continue

March 31, 2023

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Bennet starts a conversation to emphasize forest health

In a subcommittee hearing, the senator advocated for fire prevention and forest restoration

March 31, 2023

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More early child care centers needed in La Plata County to meet demand

Only 60% of residents who need caregiver services are receiving it

March 31, 2023

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Wage negotiations said to be moving in positive direction for Purgatory Resort bike patrol

Patroller thinks an agreement can be reached before summer season

March 30, 2023

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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 203

About 125 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what caused the unexpected rapid…

March 30, 2023

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Two La Plata County planning commissioners named in ethics complaint

Jean Walter and George Hepner face accusations over Jan. 12 vote on luxury RV park

March 30, 2023

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Photo: Chapman Hill stays open

Asa Radding, 8, works on his tricks Wednesday at the terrain park on Chapman Hill Ski Area in Durango. When…

March 30, 2023

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Q&A: Durango mortuary owner talks shop

Dignity defines Ryan Phelps who says he talks with his ‘clients’ during embalming

March 30, 2023

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C.R. 301 conditions highlight La Plata County Road and Bridge funding challenges

Residents are unhappy about a paving delay

March 30, 2023

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Silverton mine waste repository construction to begin

The site will provide a final resting place for sludge removed from drainage of mines

March 29, 2023

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Durango school board sides with students on Narcan debate

Vote allows district to ratify opiate antagonist use policy

March 29, 2023

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Durango man suspected of shooting Farmington police officer is sentenced

Elias Buck, 24, pleaded guilty to a weapons charge

March 29, 2023

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Queer bar in Durango to reclaim ‘District Three’

Entrepreneur is launching an LGBTQ establishment and collaborative workspace

March 29, 2023

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Durango city councilors to file ethics complaint against fellow councilor

Olivier Bosmans walks out of special meeting Tuesday

March 28, 2023

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Photo: Winds of change blow the snow away

A strong wind carries snow off a mountaintop Monday near Coal Bank Pass. Forecasters are calling for blustery weather this…

March 28, 2023

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Pagosa Springs physicians request reconsideration of health department dissolution

La Plata County commissioners plan to stay the course

March 28, 2023

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Durango rebate program aims to encourage use of e-bikes and ease parking pains

Between $150 and $1,550 reimbursements offered depending on income, place of purchase

March 28, 2023

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Durango School District 9-R hosts forum about Narcan use

Students argue that drug abstinence is not a realistic solution for teens

March 28, 2023

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Southern Utes ask Colorado Parks and Wildlife to restrict wolf releases to northern zone

In a letter, tribe asks for broader recognition of sovereignty

March 28, 2023

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Judge to determine if Bayfield murder suspect can be tried as an adult

Court hears testimony about stabbing death and Damitre Burch’s mental acuity

March 28, 2023

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Parallel parking attempt goes awry on Main Avenue in downtown Durango

Man hits two cars and a parking meter while executing maneuvers

March 27, 2023