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Ouray’s All In Ice Fest elevates climbers of marginalized communities

‘It's affirming our own experiences,’ says festival’s founder

January 11, 2023

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Durango choir singers selected for all-state performance

Aspiring performers get opportunity to present their skills on the big stage in Colorado Springs

January 11, 2023

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Sheriff’s deputies take to the slopes of Purgatory Resort on new ski bikes

The Ski Deputy Program is back after several years of hiatus

January 10, 2023

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Who will run for Durango City Council? Candidate packets available for pickup starting Thursday

Two councilors won’t seek reelection to the five-member board

January 10, 2023

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Government leaders in S.W. Colorado ask Polis to take action on broadband access

Local internet providers won’t have access to fiber backbone running through region

January 10, 2023

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Ignacio library gets fancy for fundraising event

Denim and Diamonds Gala will help pay for a summer reading program

January 10, 2023

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Ignacio Community Library to host blood drive Thursday

Anyone age 18 or older is eligible to donate

January 10, 2023

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Six La Plata County employees re-sworn into office Tuesday

Commissioner Marsha Porter-Norton takes chair’s gavel once again

January 10, 2023

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Are Durango shoppers adjusting to reusable bags?

Residents offer tips, suggestions for remembering sacks and keeping them clean

January 10, 2023

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Southwest Colorado’s unemployment rate rebounds; housing and labor present concerns

Cost of living is impacting employers’ ability to recruit young talent

January 10, 2023

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Rising tensions lead Durango baker to attack roommate with a rolling pin

A dispute about television volume underscored by unfinished household chores boils over

January 10, 2023

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Avian flu helps create shortage of eggs and higher prices at grocery stores

Experts say new Colorado law may also increase costs, but is unlikely to further reduce supply

January 10, 2023

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Avian flu wreaks more havoc in Colorado egg layers and wild birds

Worst-ever outbreak leads to slaughter of 6 million-plus chickens and has killed enough eagles and other raptors to raise wildlife…

January 9, 2023

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With historic control, Democratic state lawmakers have gun reform and climate change top of mind this session

Colorado move further to the left on social and environmental issues

January 9, 2023

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New report downplays economic impact of Colorado’s oil and gas industry

As energy transition continues, oil and gas jobs account for less than 1% of total state employment

January 9, 2023

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Oak Tree youth group expands outreach in Southwest Colorado

Nonprofit has helped 58 youths get off the streets and meet their basic needs

January 9, 2023

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What was the social impact of Gold King?

Environmentally, the spill was negligible. But seeing a mustard-yellow river spurred action to clean up mines

January 8, 2023

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Ignacio School Board denies Ascent Classical Academy a second time

The charter school application will not be turned over to the Colorado Charter School Institute for funding

January 7, 2023

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Photo: Icy road causes crash

Durango Fire Protection District firefighters talk with the driver of an SUV before freeing her on Saturday after crashing into…

January 7, 2023

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Fort Lewis College’s good Samaritan strikes again

Byrne Dobrient extends his streak of rescuing stranded friends

January 7, 2023

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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 194

About 70 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what ClearView Cleanup has attributed…

January 7, 2023

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Turnover, heavy workload throws city attorney’s office into tumult

Durango begins contract negotiation with interim candidate

January 7, 2023

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Remaining Colorado COVID-19 testing sites to be closed

Alternative options are being offered at low or no cost

January 7, 2023

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Photo: Feeding time

Melody Semler throws hay for cattle as her husband Wayne Semler drives the truck on Friday after a fresh layer…

January 6, 2023