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‘Tell us where we can go’: Purple Cliffs residents receive eviction notices

Uncertainty is the only path forward for many camp inhabitants

October 1, 2022

Photo: Haying time in the Animas Valley

George Vandenberg bales mountain grass on Tuesday north of Durango in the Animas Valley. Vandenberg said because of the monsoon…

October 1, 2022

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Durango School District 9-R to recognize Indigenous Peoples Day with events

District launches new diversity program dedicated to cultural awareness

September 30, 2022

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Photo: Dexter to walk in Cowboy Poetry Gathering Parade

Ouray resident Kentee Pasek walks her dog Dexter on Friday north of Durango. Dexter, who walks upright because of an…

September 30, 2022

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New bike park opens in Towaoc

Recreation site complements fitness stations recently placed in town

September 30, 2022

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Mancos mural a reminder of importance bison played in Native American culture

Destruction of herds was an attempt to exterminate Indigenous people, artist says

September 30, 2022

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Centura Health closes urgent care center at Purgatory Resort

Durango EMS crews anticipate increased call volume this winter

September 30, 2022

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La Plata County commissioner candidates talk land use, affordable housing

Clyde Church, Brad Blake and Jack Turner are vying for one open seat

September 30, 2022

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La Plata County treasurer candidates tout their backgrounds for the job

Allison Aichele and Erin Hutchins are seeking election to a four-year term this November

September 29, 2022

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Photo: High country turns white and gold

Snow or hail covers the slopes of a West Needles’ mountain on Thursday as storms move through the area. Cooler…

September 29, 2022

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Dozens speak out before Purple Cliffs closing in Durango

Proposal to establish temporary homeless camp at La Plata County Fairgrounds goes nowhere

September 29, 2022

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What readers had to say this week about local stories, Sept. 24-29

People weigh in on Durango’s financial audit and using the fairgrounds as a managed homeless camp

September 29, 2022

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Human remains found on Middle Mountain north of Vallecito

Colorado Bureau of Investigation says bones are those of an adult

September 28, 2022

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ACLU warns city, county against criminalizing homelessness

‘We are deeply discouraged that history appears to be repeating itself in Durango,’ letter says

September 28, 2022

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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 183

About 102 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what kind of animal is…

September 28, 2022

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Tribal radio station seeks a collaborative approach to reporting the news

KSUT hopes to continue expanding its listener base and reporting staff

September 28, 2022

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Former Archuleta County employee files class action lawsuit

Plaintiff seeks compensation for wrongful termination and harassment in the workplace

September 28, 2022

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Controlled burn reignites, scorching home and destroying barn southeast of Durango

Property owners had a controlled agricultural burn that reignited

September 27, 2022

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Federico gets two years in prison for shooting near Cortez school

Man allegedly shot woman as women fought at home near Kemper Elementary

September 27, 2022

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House District 59 candidates debate water and taxes at La County Fairgrounds

Democratic incumbent Barbara McLachlan is facing Republican challenger Shelli Shaw

September 27, 2022

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Montezuma sheriff and Cortez police receive funds from 2018 marijuana bust

$42,000 checks come from bank account linked to suspects

September 27, 2022

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Goats provide chemical-free weed mitigation at Pastorius Reservoir

Florida Consolidated Ditch Co. explores using livestock to alleviate impacts of unwanted vegetation

September 27, 2022

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Farmington man sentenced to prison for sexual exploitation of a child

Anthony David Gallegos was in possession of hundreds of images and videos

September 27, 2022

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Groups celebrate language diversity in Durango

Efforts underway to develop tools, improve programs that bridge communication barriers

September 26, 2022