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Chimney Rock celebrates 10 years as national monument

Full day of events planned for Sept. 24

September 10, 2022

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First female inmate graduates from GED program at La Plata County Jail

Durango Adult Education Center has helped prisoners finish their degrees for past 15 years

September 10, 2022

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At Durango airport, a ballet of heavy machinery repaves aging runway

All fixed-wing flights paused as crews work 24/7 to resurface 1.75-mile landing strip

September 9, 2022

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Durango’s assistant city manager among speakers at economic summit

New appointee Erin Hyder said she brings focus on team building

September 9, 2022

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Photo: Durango Police Department camera trailer keeps eyes on city

Durango Police Department Cmdrs. Casey Malone, left, and Ray Shupe raise the video cameras on the department’s mobile camera trailer…

September 9, 2022

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Bayfield man found dead in home

Marshal’s Office investigating gunshot death; no foul play suspected

September 8, 2022

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What readers had to say this week about local stories, Sept. 1-8

People weigh in on the closure of Purple Cliffs, new housing regulations and the train whistle

September 8, 2022

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Money available for wildfire mitigation in La Plata County

Property owners eligible to receive up to 50% reimbursement

September 8, 2022

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Court blocks Tina Peters’ deposition of judge overseeing her criminal case

It’s the latest twist in a weekslong legal drama threatening to roil criminal case against election official

September 8, 2022

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E-bikes won’t be allowed at Horse Gulch for at least another year

Conservation easements complicate use of 'motorized vehicles’ on natural surface trails

September 8, 2022

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Omicron boosters now available in La Plata, Archuleta counties

Those 12 and older are eligible for vaccine

September 8, 2022

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Court reverses conviction of Cortez man who allegedly threatened parole officer

Shane French was sentenced to three years in prison in 2020

September 8, 2022

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Florida Mesa Elementary School welcomes Misty the robot

Robotics can help students in special education programs feel more at ease

September 7, 2022

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Durango residents demand action ahead of Purple Cliffs closure

City Council says one site location has been proposed to La Plata County, others being considered

September 7, 2022

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High pressure system turns up the heat in Durango

Temperatures climb well into the 90s

September 6, 2022

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Based in Durango, Tribal College Journal connects Native American students around the country

Publication, founded in 1989, covers 37 schools

September 6, 2022

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Durango School District 9-R announces student board members

Three from DHS look to improve communication

September 6, 2022

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Durango seeks to grow workforce housing with rebate for accessory dwelling units

City also adopts less restrictive regulations

September 6, 2022

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Mercy Hospital CEO appointed to lead Penrose-St. Francis Health Services

Patrick Sharp to start at sister Centura Health facilities Oct. 3

September 6, 2022

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Big-money groups remain on the sidelines as eyes turn toward Colorado’s U.S. Senate race

Spending typically is a sign that a race is competitive. So far, the race between Michael Bennet and Joe O’Dea…

September 5, 2022

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La Plata County Sheriff’s Office sergeant has a memory like a steel trap

Wes Doughty recalls names, birthdays and even license plate numbers, sometimes for years

September 5, 2022

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Motorcyclists show off their rides during parade in downtown Durango

Bikers flood streets to celebrate final day of Four Corners Motorcycle Rally

September 5, 2022

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Camaraderie, community draw motorcyclists to Durango area

Traffic heavier than usual, but responsible riders prevent problems

September 4, 2022

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Economists: Southern Colorado looks headed for a recession

Humanity faces three massive and historic transitions at the same time

September 3, 2022