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What readers had to say this week about local stories, June 3-9

People weigh in on Durango police active shooter protocols, Purple Cliffs, the baby formula shortage and fire mitigation

June 10, 2022

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Silverton starts fundraiser to help destroyed businesses

Lone Spur Cafe will host event to support those affected by May 20 fire

June 10, 2022

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Drone show scheduled for Fourth of July weekend in Durango

Fireworks display canceled for third year in a row because of drought conditions

June 10, 2022

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Photos: Workers install north Main Avenue crosswalk

Alfonso Perez, left, and Christian Havranek, both with Morton Electric, work on the new crosswalk Thursday in the 2900 block…

June 9, 2022

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Durango Air Tanker Base to undergo renovations

San Juan National Forest will invest more than $1 million to keep the critical firefighting resource up to date

June 9, 2022

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At virtual forum, candidates in CD-3 tackle local, national issues

Republican and Democrat primary opponents find common ground in working to unseat U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert

June 9, 2022

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Durango School District 9-R looks to keep students engaged during the summer

Program promotes continuous learning, offers rewards

June 9, 2022

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Durango adopts new plan to guide sustainability efforts

City introduces ‘green’ grants and business certification programs

June 9, 2022

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San Juan National Forest inches forward on maintenance projects

Great American Outdoors Act money will help improve roads, trails and recreation sites

June 8, 2022

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Durango fugitive caught after 8 hours on the lam

Abrien Lobato, 25, was wanted for a parole violation

June 8, 2022

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Residents of Purple Cliffs want a say in move to managed camp

Some in unhoused community feel burned by the county, city and local advocacy groups

June 8, 2022

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Experts call on federal government to mitigate drought, wildfires

Sen. Bennet says there’s a ‘five-alarm crisis for the American West’

June 8, 2022

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Bear Dance Fire near Ignacio extinguished

No injuries or loss of structures reported

June 8, 2022

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Durango police chief says active shooter protocols have evolved over decades

Today, officers are trained to stop a suspect above all else

June 8, 2022

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La Plata County officials return from fentanyl summit with new insights

Trainings designed to help law enforcement, prosecutors collaborate

June 7, 2022

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Silverton faces fallout from structure fire

Business owners are in limbo while investigation is underway

June 7, 2022

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Search called off for parole fugitive who ran from traffic stop in Grandview area

Man was last seen wearing tank top, plaid pajama bottoms

June 7, 2022

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League of Women Voters to host CD-3 candidates forum Wednesday

Rep. Boebert will be joined by Republican challenger, three Democratic challengers

June 7, 2022

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Baby formula shortage challenges Durango’s families and their support programs

Long drives and formula switches required as parents try to adapt

June 7, 2022

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Ute Mountain Rodeo kicks off at Montezuma County Fairgrounds this week

Three-night event features professional competitors, country music and Rob Yates Memorial Cowboy Golf Tournament

June 7, 2022

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Car theft suspects appear in Montezuma and La Plata courts

Couple led law enforcement agencies on chase from New Mexico to Mancos

June 7, 2022

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CPW to celebrate 125th anniversary with reopening of Durango Wildlife Museum

Reintroduction of lynx is among local field office’s accomplishments over last century

June 6, 2022

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Colorado wolf attacks continue; rancher fights for compensation, and hazing fails

Walden rancher says he’s lost three calves. He’s tried wild burros, fox lights, flags and cracker shells

June 6, 2022

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Former employee sues health care provider at La Plata County Jail

Southern Health Partners allegedly violated Colorado’s whistleblower law

June 6, 2022