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Will recent snowstorms reverse drought in Southwest Colorado?

Above-average precipitation is a boon to small basins, but downstream impacts are limited

February 16, 2023

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Man who fell for phone scam targeting La Plata County residents shares his story

John Perry wants to warn others about fake deputies soliciting money over missed jury duty

February 16, 2023

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Dolores transfers ownership of Galloping Goose No. 5 to its home museum

Conditions guarantee beloved train will stay a feature of town, continue to run on guest railroads

February 16, 2023

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City of Durango chews over housing possibilities in Three Springs

Expanded infrastructure key to estimated 400 units in subdivision

February 16, 2023

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Long overdue facility for La Plata County coroner fills all the boxes

Office relied on a patchwork of resources for decades to carry out basic functions

February 16, 2023

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Slow-moving system brings heavy snow to La Plata County, closing schools

Low-pressure storm brought 6-8 inches to Durango area

February 15, 2023

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Can La Plata County residents agree to disagree, without being disagreeable?

This Valentine’s Day, we asked leaders from differing perspectives to come together in the name of cordiality

February 15, 2023

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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 197

About 100 people participated in the last quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what reason Fort Lewis College’s…

February 15, 2023

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Centura Health, parent company of Mercy Hospital, announces its breakup

CommonSpirit Health and AdventHealth say they will manage their hospitals separately

February 15, 2023

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Town of Ignacio sets flat rate for natural gas rates to help offset price spike

Residents will be disconnected if they do not pay their bills by May

February 14, 2023

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Durango Police Department giving away car-wheel locks in effort to curb car theft

Colorado has more thefts per capita than any other state

February 14, 2023

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New chairwoman elected to La Plata County Republican central committee

Shelli Shaw replaces David Peters as chair

February 14, 2023

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City of Durango accepting applications for 2022 food tax and utilities refunds

Qualifying residents can receive money back based on family size, income levels

February 14, 2023

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Fort Lewis College offers financial assistance to employees seeking housing

Up to $70,000 available as a below-market loan for down payments

February 14, 2023

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Photos: Demon Hot Sauce heats up Durango High School

Matt Poling, left, Food & Nutrition Services director at Durango School District 9-R; Izzy Mora, 17, a Durango High School…

February 14, 2023

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Durango-area residents witness pink lightning during snowstorm

Unusual weather phenomena is known by experts as ‘thundersnow’

February 14, 2023

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Axis Health System purchases former Mercury Payment building for $18 million

Nonprofit to consolidate administrative offices, primary health and other services in spacious facility

February 14, 2023

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La Plata County Jail finds success in helping drug addiction with MAT program

Treatment procedures were already in place before Colorado’s new fentanyl laws took effect

February 14, 2023

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Sister of murdered Ignacio woman arrested on suspicion of arson

Felicia Maria Munguia, 30, is accused of burning a car in front of house

February 14, 2023

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Volunteers needed to help those who have lost a loved one

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Victim Resource Team hopes to add four to six people to its team

February 13, 2023

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Drawing determines order of names on Durango City Council ballot

Five candidates are vying for two open seats in April election

February 13, 2023

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Historic Far View Visitor Center is listed on endangered places list

Iconic structure at Mesa Verde National Park has been vacant since 2014; ideas swirl for its reuse

February 13, 2023

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Snowy weather expected to return this week in Southwest Colorado

First blast of moisture arrives Monday, but the biggest storm comes Tuesday

February 13, 2023

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Celebrating 60 years of Hesperus skiing

Beloved ski hill, once a family enterprise, maintains its character

February 13, 2023