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Kids and kittens: Middle school students learn veterinary science by caring for cats

Lesson plan includes a crash course in disease, vaccines and good hygiene

February 11, 2022

Photo: Bike to Work Day features T-shirts and more

Devin King, with the Multimodal Division of Durango’s Transportation Department, shows off a T-shirt on Thursday that the city is…

February 11, 2022

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Man who played a role in 2020 crime spree in Durango receives community corrections

Gregory Benner, 29, broke into at least 22 vehicles

February 10, 2022

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What is the ‘water year’ in Colorado, and why should we care?

Initiative encourages Coloradans to take a more active role in conservation and management

February 10, 2022

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Durango nonprofit starts peer recovery support services program in La Plata County

Effort aims to help those suffering from substance use disorders and mental health conditions

February 10, 2022

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Lewis man tried to produce one art piece per day. He didn’t quite make it

Kevin Lambson’s artwork is on display at the Dolores Public Library

February 10, 2022

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County to offer interpretation services for meetings

La Plata County will now offer interpretation services for business and planning agenda meetings (where formal action is taken) upon…

February 9, 2022

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Could hallucinogenics help cure our mental health woes?

Durango Psychedelic Club creates a community space to break stigmas and discuss mind-altering drugs

February 9, 2022

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Fort Lewis College students research vitamin D as a treatment for long COVID-19

Monthlong study will test if the supplement can offer an over-the-counter solution to growing problem

February 9, 2022

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Photos: Animas River trout population grows

Jim White, Colorado Parks and Wildlife aquatic biologist, releases a few of the 450 Gunnison River rainbow trout that were…

February 9, 2022

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Gray fox in La Plata County tests positive for transmissible disease

Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds residents to vaccinate pets, avoid contact with wild animals

February 8, 2022

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Stimulus Café in Durango’s Main Mall is family focused

Parents can look forward to coffee and art projects with their children

February 8, 2022

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Charges dropped against Texas man suspected of leading police on chase

Prosecutor says defendant addressed mental health concerns

February 7, 2022

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Autopsy confirms Durango student died of accidental fentanyl overdose

Southwest Drug Task Force and police department say drug is circulating and poses a threat

February 7, 2022

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Durango School District lines up bond projects, big and small

Maintenance, repairs and redesigns are slated to start this summer

February 6, 2022

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Public comment period open on 6th Judicial District judge applicants

Residents have until Thursday to submit comments to nominating committee

February 6, 2022

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Vallecito Winterfest hosts ice fishing, carving and more

First festival in five years offers weekend of fun in the great outdoors

February 5, 2022

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A strategy to unseat Rep. Lauren Boebert?

Some urge Democrats to switch party affiliation to vote in Republican primary

February 5, 2022

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Police make arrest in Cortez for suspected fentanyl distribution

Hundreds of pills found in home on West Third Street

February 5, 2022

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House catches fire south of Dolores

No injuries reported, said Sheriff Steve Nowlin

February 5, 2022

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Survey shows high interest for outdoor patios, pedestrian mall in downtown Durango

Questionnaire received almost 1,000 responses in less than a month

February 5, 2022

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Photos: Progress on the Animas River Trail underpass

Peter Krichman, 2, along with mom Liz Feazell and sister Mabel Krichman, 6 months, watch construction Friday on the Animas…

February 5, 2022

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COVID-19 outbreak hits Durango Police Department

Six employees test positive; deputy chief says no impacts to services

February 4, 2022

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COVID-19 cases fall in La Plata, Archuleta counties

Omicron peak appears to have passed

February 4, 2022