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Three women look to uplift Durango’s Hispanic population

Sisters Linda and Sara Illsley, with her daughter, Gyana Gomar, work in different organizations to tackle inequity within their community

December 26, 2022

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Foster family, fostering families

New nonprofit seeks to provide basic material belongings to new foster families

December 26, 2022

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A new law prohibiting the sale of non-cage-free eggs in Colorado will go into effect in January

Farms that own less than 3,000 egg-laying hens are exempt from the new law.

December 26, 2022

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Last-minute holiday shoppers treated to sunny skies in Durango

Some claim procrastination and others strategic planning for shopping the last day before Christmas

December 25, 2022

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Firefighting volunteers needed in remote regions of La Plata County

New battalion chief in charge of training is always looking for quality volunteers, especially those with an eye on becoming…

December 25, 2022

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Photos: Pictures of the Year

Some of the 50 head herd of bison belonging to Sarah Gleason, owner of Gleason Bison, walk around the Hesperus…

December 24, 2022

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Search for new city attorney continues as interim replacement submits resignation

Hiring firm contracted to help with search for new candidate

December 24, 2022

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Ouray ice park opens for the season

The driver of Ouray’s winter economy ekes out an opening in time for Christmas

December 24, 2022

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Would-be BB gun bandit behind bars despite charges being dismissed

Previous assault charge took precedent in sentencing man to five years in prison

December 24, 2022

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Durango-La Plata Airport to upgrade sewage treatment system

After several periods of noncompliance, plans underway for new system

December 24, 2022

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Photo: Ska Brewing releases 2023 Snowdown beer

Trevor Lovato, brewer with Ska Brewing, holds the 2023 Snowdown beer Hornblower Horchata, brewed in line with this year’s theme…

December 24, 2022

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How to avoid flooding your house or burning it down, when Jack Frost comes to town

Freezing temperatures can wreak havoc on a home if it has not been properly winterized

December 23, 2022

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La Plata County signs contract for weather radar installation

After years of anticipation, region will finally have more accurate weather forecasts

December 23, 2022

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Colorado governor commutes 4 inmates’ sentences, pardons 20 people, including state trooper who guarded Capitol

The former trooper, Jay Hemphill, was sentenced to a year of probation after he pointed a gun at a woman…

December 23, 2022

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Holiday thrifting is a gift that keeps on giving

Consignment shops, thrift stores offer one-of-a-kind buys and experiences

December 23, 2022

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The Colorado Democratic Party outspent the Colorado GOP this year, highlighting a broader fundraising gap

The Colorado Democratic Party reported spending more at both state and federal levels than its GOP counterpart

December 23, 2022

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De-icing: What does city and county use?

... And what effect does it have on environment?

December 23, 2022

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Happy healthy holidays in La Plata County

Children 6 months to 5 years now eligible for omicron boosters, CDC says

December 22, 2022

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Photo: Winter solstice: May the shadows start getting shorter

Winter solstice was on Wednesday, making it the shortest day of the year. Now midday shadows should be getting a…

December 22, 2022

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Bennet, Hickenlooper secure $3.1 million in funding for La Plata County projects

Support for substance use treatment center, new Fort Lewis College nursing program included in Senate version of annual spending bill

December 22, 2022

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Colorado shoppers will be charged 10 cents per plastic and paper bag starting Jan. 1

People in federal or state food assistance programs don’t pay fees as long as they can prove enrollment in one…

December 22, 2022

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Columbine Ranger District has a new arrival in charge

Nick Glidden was drawn to Southwest Colorado for its recreational amenities

December 22, 2022

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The cannabis industry is facing its longest downturn yet, with no end in sight

After years of growth, the industry has logged 17 straight months of decline

December 22, 2022

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Fort Lewis College receives federal funding for small-business development

Entrepreneurship program tries to build a successful pipeline of Southwest Colorado business owners

December 22, 2022