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La Plata County man accused of holding neighbor at gunpoint appears in court

Paul Lundquist has yet to be declared mentally competent to stand trial

February 27, 2023

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Skiers killed in avalanche near Vallecito Reservoir are identified

Expert says an unusual amount of snow at lower elevation led to slide

February 27, 2023

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Red Cross, local governments help with mobile home water outage, which reaches Day 15

Recreation center showers made available to residents

February 27, 2023

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More snow coming this week to Southwest Colorado

Durango has already doubled its snow totals from last winter; cold temperatures are expected to persist

February 27, 2023

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Four burials, three deaths in San Juan avalanches

Snowmobiler missing since Saturday found Monday in Conejos County

February 27, 2023

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Colorado launches study on native pollinators

New state law calls for research; insects important for agriculture and ecology

February 27, 2023

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Two skiers die in avalanche near Vallecito Reservoir

Men were declared missing Saturday night and found early Sunday

February 26, 2023

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Love n’ Juice brings fresh juices, smoothies to 11th Street Station

Owner uses locally sourced ingredients to offer healthy options to Durango

February 26, 2023

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City to acquire 49 acres of pristine natural land in Oxbow Preserve donation

Watershed and wildlife preservation, Animas River Trail extension, recreation among possible future uses

February 25, 2023

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Photos: Vallecito Lake Winterfest

Andy Nollet, 6, and his sister, Maggie Nollet, 4, go on a children’s sled dog ride Saturday at Vallecito. Lisa…

February 25, 2023

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Work to begin this spring converting Best Western in Durango into affordable rentals

The former motel is within a mile of downtown and will include 120 housing units

February 25, 2023

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Reid Stewart, who seeks even playing field, is sworn in as La Plata County Court judge

‘I don't take myself very seriously, but I take the process very seriously’

February 25, 2023

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Durango Farmers Market gets new manager

With a background in event planning and catering, Anna Knowles has big plans for improvements

February 25, 2023

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La Plata County Board of Health work underway

Members met for the second time Thursday; it must have a department operational by Jan. 1

February 24, 2023

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Confusion, dissension over La Plata County gas and oil regulations

Planning commission opted to continue consideration next month after a tense meeting

February 24, 2023

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Photos: Durangoan shows support for Ukraine

Jim Fuge waves the Ukraine colors along with an American flag on Friday at the intersection of U.S. highways 160…

February 24, 2023

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Highways reopen in Southwest Colorado after blizzard conditions pass

Crews remove snow from high passes, U.S. 491 near Utah

February 24, 2023

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Silverton gets funding to improve economic diversification

The San Juan Development Association received a $75,000 grant from Colorado’s REDI program

February 24, 2023

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Durango Montessori School wants to recycle your old electronic devices

Event will be located at La Plata County Fairgrounds

February 24, 2023

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City of Durango to allow long-term permits for food trucks

Mobile businesses were having to move every six months under a temporary permit

February 24, 2023

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What developments in Durango, Bayfield and Ignacio will address workforce housing?

Chamber of Commerce meeting dives deep into home affordability

February 23, 2023

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La Plata County commissioners against proposed state gun restrictions

House bill would allow counties to further regulate where firearms may be discharged

February 23, 2023

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Parade of storms to march through Southwest Colorado over next several days

Wind gusts reached nearly 70 mph this week in Durango area

February 23, 2023

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Higher pay for Durango city councilors receives support but hits a snag

Better compensation could help lower-income residents run for public office

February 23, 2023