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How bump-outs evolved from necessity to luxury

Durango considers merits of keeping outdoor seating post-COVID-19

June 15, 2022

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Local governments and land agencies upgrade fire restrictions

Stage 2 bans campfires in San Juan National Forest, among other activities

June 15, 2022

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Photos: Osprey’s fresh catch

An osprey takes off with its meal on Monday evening thanks to the stocking of trout in Haviland Lake by…

June 15, 2022

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Century plant shows off spectacular bloom in Cortez

Slow-growing agave puts up flower once in 8 to 30 years, then dies

June 14, 2022

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Court finds sufficient evidence to advance felony charge in fatal car crash

Ignacio woman held on $50,000 cash-only bail

June 14, 2022

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Durango School District 9-R denies Ascent charter application

Board of Education cites numerous concerns with plan, lack of local interest

June 14, 2022

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La Plata County commissioners terminate managed camp contract

Limitations identified during due diligence process led to concerns about size of site

June 14, 2022

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Chimney Rock National Monument opens new visitor center

San Juan National Forest modernized facility to reflect cultural importance, adapt to growing visitation

June 14, 2022

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19-year-old shooting victim identified; investigation remains active

Man died Sunday morning northeast of Durango

June 14, 2022

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Smoke, dust darken Durango skies

Fires burning in Arizona linked to Monday’s haze in Southwest Colorado

June 14, 2022

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Man killed in ATV crash near Silverton

23-year-old Colorado Springs man was a passenger on vehicle

June 13, 2022

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Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering hosts eighth annual barn dance

Proceeds support youth programs, fall parade

June 13, 2022

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Texas man arrested on suspicion of burglary, shooting up a house north of Durango

Reverse-911 call issued to Hermosa-area residents

June 13, 2022

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Durango Wildlife Museum reopens after three-year hiatus

Exhibits educate visitors about animals found in Southwest Colorado

June 13, 2022

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Durango woman on track to take flight as a commercial pilot

Eliana Rothwell became captivated by aviation watching air tankers battle wildfires

June 12, 2022

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Democrats running in 3rd Congressional District primary discuss guns at Durango forum

3 Democrats pitch their ideas about safety during event at library

June 12, 2022

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Recycling services put on hold after baling blade breaks

Center still open for electronic waste drop off Saturday

June 11, 2022

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Commissioners to vote on exiting managed camp contract

Amid concerns, La Plata County advised not to buy property along Highway 160

June 11, 2022

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New COVID-19 surge arrives sooner than expected in La Plata County

San Juan Basin Public Health recommends return to masks

June 11, 2022

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Ignacio man sentenced to life in prison for wife’s murder

Heated exchanges occur in courtroom between convict and victim’s family

June 10, 2022

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State officials host climate workshop in Durango

Community members share concerns and identify needs for action

June 10, 2022

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Photos: Let the music play on Reservoir Hill

Jeff Greer, left, and Tom Kelley jam at their campsite Friday as the 15th annual Pagosa Folk ’N Bluegrass Festival…

June 10, 2022

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Southwest Colorado’s farmers adapt to rising prices

Inflation, war in Ukraine and the pandemic have led to increases in fertilizers, feed

June 10, 2022

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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 170

About 117 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about who Lauren Boebert debated in…

June 10, 2022