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Collision of semitrailer and pickup on U.S. 491 causes injuries

Highway closed at County Road N for two hours; man flown to St. Mary’s Medical Center

November 30, 2022

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Ignacio schools stand tall in face of outside criticism

Teacher retention is one of many challenges Superintendent Chris deKay and his staff are working to resolve

November 30, 2022

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Mesa Verde horses go up for adoption

Wild herd has been tamed by Mustang Camp; adoption sign-up started and application process begins soon

November 30, 2022

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Four of five Community Relations Commission members resign from volunteer board

Durango City Council declines request for formal apology over Columbus Day Facebook post

November 29, 2022

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Photo: Storm leaves San Juan Mountains with a fresh coat of snow

Snow from a storm late Monday and early Tuesday left the San Juan Mountains with a fresh coat of snow…

November 29, 2022

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Festival of Trees & Wreaths display dazzles visitors at Durango Railroad Museum

19th annual event raises money via online auction for people with disabilities

November 29, 2022

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CDOT lays out road map of improvements planned for La Plata, Archuleta counties

Highway 160 expected to be widened between Elmore’s Corner and Bayfield

November 29, 2022

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Eight applicants apply for La Plata County court judge opening

Public can submit comments regarding qualifications of candidates

November 29, 2022

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GOP candidates for statewide offices outperform Boebert in 3rd District

Research shows the Republican’s gubernatorial candidate was the only one who fared worse

November 29, 2022

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Humane society swelled to the seams with cats and dogs in need of good homes

Unprecedented numbers pack the shelter at time when surrenders outnumber adoptions

November 29, 2022

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New conservation easement protects archaeology and farmland in Yellow Jacket

Protected private land in Montezuma County borders Canyons of the Ancients National Monument

November 29, 2022

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La Plata County seeks surveyor

Nobody ran for position during November election, so commissioners must appoint someone

November 29, 2022

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Planned Parenthood to administer free HIV testing at Fort Lewis College

Students and visitors are encouraged to stop by, even for free contraceptives

November 29, 2022

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Mercy Hospital seeks approval for three-story office building

Durango Planning Commission will consider request on Dec. 5

November 29, 2022

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Tailwind Nutrition moves into new production facility near Durango-La Plata County airport

Company looks streamline operations and shipping efforts with new location

November 28, 2022

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Silverton Board of Trustees allocates money to local nonprofits

Several organizations will receive $500 to $10,000

November 28, 2022

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife seeks comment on 14 elk herd management plans

The public may offer input until Dec. 20

November 28, 2022

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Tuesday morning flurry brings 2 inches of snow to Purgatory Resort

Forecast shows signs of more moisture later this week

November 28, 2022

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Job vacancies take toll on city of Durango programs, services

Seasonal and part-time positions, like snowplow drivers, are especially difficult to fill

November 27, 2022

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Black Friday boosts local business sales ahead of December drag

Thanksgiving 2022 resembles typical holiday shopping season for small shops on Main Avenue

November 26, 2022

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Santa brings holiday cheer to hundreds of children in Durango’s Buckley Park

Residents enjoy hot chocolate, cookies and holiday songs before lighting of Christmas tree

November 26, 2022

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Fire engulfs vacant building in south Cortez

No injuries reported; cause is suspicious and under investigation, officials said

November 26, 2022

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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 189

About 105 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what product sales have slowed…

November 26, 2022

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Developer plans 124-unit senior care center in Three Springs

Around the clock staffing and rec facilities envisioned for Mesa Verde Estates

November 26, 2022