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What readers had to say this week about local stories, No. 4

People weigh in on a managed campsite and behavioral incidents at Durango School District 9-R

April 15, 2022

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Photo: Spring cleaning in Durango

Ben Sanderson, left, and Kenny Davis pull items and brush away from a fence for a loader to pick up…

April 15, 2022

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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 162

About 112 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what downtown improvements residents said…

April 15, 2022

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Four men sentenced to prison for illegal drug distribution in Southwest Colorado

Punishments ranged from 2½ to 10 years

April 14, 2022

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Navajo Police seek public’s help on missing people and a murder

FBI offers $5,000 reward for information on Pahe homicide

April 14, 2022

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Prescribed burn planned for Animas City Mountain

Preparations will begin mid-April and trails will close during the wildfire operations just north of Durango

April 14, 2022

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La Plata Electric Association awards scholarships to nine high school seniors

Recipients will be recognized at LPEA’s annual meeting on May 12

April 14, 2022

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Durango man suspected of escape, shooting officer faces federal charge, then state offense

Elias Buck faces 10 years in prison for weapons violation

April 14, 2022

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Mixed-use building will bring affordable housing, community space to Mancos

Preliminary work would begin immediately after grant funds are received

April 13, 2022

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Not déjà vu: Residents want to purchase Triangle Trailer Park in Durango

An initial offer was rejected Tuesday, but community groups are working to vie for the property

April 13, 2022

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EPA: Uranium waste pond at White Mesa, Utah, out of compliance

Containment cell supposed to be covered in water to reduce radon emissions; Energy Fuels says material is exempt

April 13, 2022

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Bayfield man suspected of dragging dog behind car is a no-show in court

Arrest warrant issued for Dustin Edward Martinez

April 13, 2022

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La Plata County agrees to buy four properties for managed camp

Commissioners will spend $1.7 million to purchase sites next to the Durango Dog Park

April 13, 2022

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Cattlemen’s Association says industry needs active support to remain strong

Ranchers have plenty of concerns about the future, but find unity among each other

April 13, 2022

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Update: One of three finalists for Montezuma-Cortez superintendent withdraws

Another introduces himself in email Q&A

April 13, 2022

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Photos: 32nd Street pedestrian bridge makes its landing

The 32nd Street pedestrian bridge was assembled and installed Tuesday just north of the Emerson-Parks Bridge (32nd Street) in north…

April 13, 2022

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Spring winds kick up dust, exacerbate allergies across Southwest Colorado

San Juan Basin Public Health reports hazardous air quality through Tuesday morning

April 13, 2022

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Don Coram to appear on Republican primary ballot in bid to unseat U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert

Colorado Election Division says state senator received enough signatures

April 12, 2022

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Missing Durango man found dead in Montezuma County

Man died of self-inflicted gun wound, coroner says

April 12, 2022

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Republicans say Colorado is hurtling toward a possible budget deficit

Democrats dismiss the claims as election-year posturing, pointing to money set aside in reserves

April 12, 2022

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Behavioral incidents nearly double at Durango School District 9-R

Some students may need additional support and reteaching after pandemic year

April 12, 2022

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Singletrack Café starts Beans for Benefit program

Proceeds from coffee sales will support Durango-area nonprofits

April 11, 2022

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Auto theft suspect captured after four-hour manhunt southeast of Durango

Florida Mesa residents were warned to lock doors, shelter in place

April 11, 2022

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The dominant theme at Colorado Republicans’ assembly: Election conspiracies

GOP delegates to the state assembly picked candidates who cast doubt on the 2020 presidential election results

April 11, 2022