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Durango police steps up speeding enforcement starting Sunday

Four areas will be focus of weeklong efforts to curb drivers with lead foots

December 8, 2022

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Durango Sports Club changes name, undergoes remodeling

New owner vows to keep club culture same and modernize the building infrastructure

December 8, 2022

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Survey suggests majority of La Plata County residents want universal health care

Respondents dissatisfied with private insurance, delayed seeking medical care because of costs

December 8, 2022

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City of Durango to study soundscape of proposed Schneider Park pickleball site

Thwaps from paddles striking balls register around 58 decibels at 400 feet

December 8, 2022

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San Juan National Forest proposes recreation improvements

Bathrooms and parking lots would be added for trails near Dolores and Mancos; OHV trails would be widened

December 8, 2022

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Durango City Council settles open records lawsuit

Attorney nets $3,250 from agreement

December 7, 2022

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Memories of Pearl Harbor, 81 years later

Current and former residents of La Plata County recall how the attack changed their lives

December 7, 2022

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Trailer reported stolen from Mesa Verde is recovered

Public tips aided law enforcement investigation; valuable contents still missing

December 7, 2022

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Just 74% of on-street parking used at peak hours in downtown Durango

Better communication, improved signage and fluid meter rates could direct traffic to less-used locations

December 7, 2022

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11 candidates apply for judgeship in 6th Judicial District

Position is being vacated by Todd Norvell, who was appointed to bench in 2017

December 7, 2022

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Latest scam is swindler posing as La Plata County Sheriff’s deputy

Law enforcement wants people to know they will never call or text asking for money or personal information

December 7, 2022

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Businesses and organizations share the importance of event planning in Durango

Major gatherings present positive outcomes for city’s economy

December 7, 2022

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Photos: Chapman Hill Ski Area needs more snow

Tim Kuss pushes snow Saturday on Chapman Hill with the city’s snowcat machine. The in-town ski hill has been making…

December 6, 2022

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After city’s rejection, La Plata County funds warming shelter

Public comment was overwhelmingly in favor of the expenditure

December 6, 2022

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Durango School District hosts youth mental health forum

9-R addresses student emotional well-being through public discussion with experts

December 6, 2022

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Snowstorm hits San Juan Mountains

Avalanche risk increases, little snow sticks in lower valleys

December 6, 2022

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Enforcement of shopping cart thefts prioritized by Durango police

Warnings will be issued followed by citations to appear in court for theft of grocery baskets

December 6, 2022

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Durango School District 9-R English language learners score high on proficiency assessment

Teacher commitment, student dedication credited for growth

December 6, 2022

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Ignacio man accused of killing woman to face first-degree murder charge

Sister of victim Raeanna ‘Nikki’ Burch-Woodhull vows to see justice served

December 6, 2022

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Bayfield man who killed three dogs and burned their bodies sentenced to jail

An earlier plea agreement calling for no jail time was rejected

December 6, 2022

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Local artists, business owners show off talents at La Plata County Fairgrounds

Miss Margie Festival Productions showcases creativity and innovation from residents of Pagosa Springs to Chinle, Arizona

December 5, 2022

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Female officer makes a difference on streets of Durango

Savannah Horne is one of three women on police force, and loves her job

December 5, 2022

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Ignacio man arrested in death of missing woman

Body found near County Road 310 and U.S. Highway 550 south of Durango

December 5, 2022

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Navajo dictionary provides scientific terms for Native speakers

Sterling Martin studied biochemistry in college but found some words don’t translate into Diné Bizaad

December 4, 2022