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Hot Fire Dogs offers new late-night food option in Durango

Authentic Chicago-style dogs rated NK-17, as in no ketchup unless you’re under age 17

July 14, 2022

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Durango opens second round of applications for art, venue funding

About $250,000 to be distributed among first series of applicants

July 14, 2022

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B.Y.O. utensils: Some Durango restaurants get creative to reduce waste

Businesses cut down on trash by asking customers to bring their own straws, spoons and cups

July 14, 2022

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Bennet bill seeks to strengthen community policing while supporting those in crisis

Legislation would dedicate funding for police to work with outreach teams

July 13, 2022

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La Plata County silences hourly chime on Courthouse clock tower

Annual noise complaints lead to seasonal experiment

July 13, 2022

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Colorado senators co-sponsor bill to protect interstate travel for abortion

Bill would codify right to cross state lines for reproductive care

July 13, 2022

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How a Spanish-language yoga class is helping Latinx Durangoans relax and thrive

Construyendo Poder Retiros targets those in the food, construction and cleaning service industries

July 13, 2022

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Colorado Gov. Polis meets with Rico fire officials about wildfire preparedness

Governor views plans for new fire station, hears about challenges of volunteer fire districts

July 13, 2022

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Durango ranked No. 1 most loved Colorado destination in 2021, data analysis says

Software that monitors positive and negative feedback on digital media sites shows tourists are happy with their visits

July 13, 2022

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Photos: Chilling out on the Animas River

Rusty Willey fishes on the Animas River in north Durango on Tuesday as temperatures climb into the 80s. The National…

July 12, 2022

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San Juan Mountains Association hosts events with ultrarunners Kilian Jornet, Dakota Jones

Conservation group will guide trail work in Silverton ahead of the Hardrock 100

July 12, 2022

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Durango School District upgrades campus entryways for safety

Vestibules designed to improve security and eliminate distractions

July 12, 2022

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Colorado Highway 145 reopened after two vehicles collide

Two-vehicle crash involved injuries; rescue helicopter called to scene

July 12, 2022

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La Plata County looks to partner with other counties for human services

Labor challenges have led to a backlog in processing of public benefits

July 12, 2022

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Nonprofit sees trade school as key to building Pagosa Springs’ economy

Town has high demand for labor as it balances housing and workforce issues

July 11, 2022

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Silverton sees strong start to summer season

After the pandemic, the town and development groups make a push to reshape the local economy

July 11, 2022

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Firefighters say 10-acre Cox Canyon Fire likely started from week-old lightning strike

Blaze discovered Thursday south of Durango on tribal lands

July 11, 2022

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Ten-acre Cox Canyon Fire breaks out on Southern Ute tribal land

Multiple agencies respond to battle blaze

July 10, 2022

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68th annual Four Corners Gem & Mineral Show boasts gems, geodes, fossils and more

Three-day event lasts until Sunday afternoon

July 10, 2022

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Portion of southbound Main Avenue limited to one lane during water line repair

Construction should be finished by Thursday

July 9, 2022

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Mountain Bike Specialists’ John Glover retires after 42 years

Store manager says much has changed in four decades, including bikes, biking culture and Main Avenue

July 9, 2022

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After U.S. Supreme Court decision, some Colorado leaders see urgency in addressing climate change

Federal, state action needed to implement policies

July 9, 2022

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Earth’s Garden ‘veganizes’ classic foods

Owner Kim Böes Keim sells her vegan treats every Saturday at Durango Farmers Market

July 9, 2022

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Durango School District 9-R plans to update facilities policy

School district to clarify how property can be used, distribution of literature guidelines

July 9, 2022