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Snowdown moves ahead, despite some event cancellations

Organizers say there are plenty activities to entertain festivalgoers

January 25, 2022

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Trial seeking damages from Durango railroad for 416 Fire pushed back

More than 30 property owners and businesses accuse D&SNG of disregarding known risk

January 25, 2022

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Police identify bodies of three people found dead in Cortez home

Two suffered blunt force trauma; one had a gunshot wound

January 25, 2022

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Durango raises trash, recycling collection rates

2.5% increase will cost ratepayers 71 cents more per month, on average

January 24, 2022

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Investigators find ‘substantial reason’ to believe Rep. Doug Lamborn misused official resources

Aides told investigators they were frequently asked to run errands for Lamborn’s wife, Jeanie, and that they were instructed to…

January 24, 2022

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Montezuma-Cortez superintendent VanderWey placed on leave

Announcement comes nearly a week after executive session

January 24, 2022

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What is La Plata County Jail doing to prevent more escapes?

Sheriff’s Office says tougher protocols, a new fence and an updated surveillance system will help

January 24, 2022

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Durango City Council moves forward with patio permits for restaurants

Some neighbors express concern about residential parking being used by business customers

January 24, 2022

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Ascent Classical Academy charter subject to Durango school board’s decision

School board to vote on passing charter school to Colorado Charter School Institute

January 22, 2022

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Eleven organizations urge precautions as omicron rages on

Cases not waning locally despite decline in national numbers

January 22, 2022

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Muzzleloader pleads not guilty in fatal shooting of bow hunter in Dolores County

Case set for trial in May in Dove Creek

January 22, 2022

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$90 million settlement reached to pay for mine cleanup near Silverton

Deal helps resolve liability issues around 2015 Gold King Mine spill

January 22, 2022

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La Plata County Jail hit by first major COVID-19 outbreak

Forty-two suspected positive cases as of Friday

January 22, 2022

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Photos: Catching air at Chapman Hill

Charlie Guion, 13, gets a little air while skiing on Friday at Chapman Hill. The ski area is open from…

January 22, 2022

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Update: Neighbors react to 3 deaths in Cortez home; investigation continues

Foul play suspected; family found dead in home on Tucker Court

January 21, 2022

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Durango High School Student Council seeks to regain a national title

Designation recognizes school spirit, student voice and civic engagement

January 21, 2022

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Rep. Lauren Boebert pays tribute to former Sheriff Duke Schirard

Congresswoman gives flag and copy of speech to his ex-wife

January 21, 2022

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When it comes to workforce housing, which professions are we trying to help?

Habitat for Humanity director worries vital part of labor force is overlooked

January 21, 2022

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Did you keep up with local headlines last year? Test your knowledge in the 150th News Quiz special

About 122 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about who the La Plata County…

January 21, 2022

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Freedom Anderson is free to go, on conditions of probation

27-year-old who crashed a vehicle into a house while eluding police receives two years of probation, banned from driving

January 21, 2022

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Water tracks better than last year as managers debate conservation measures

State is considering a program to reduce consumption, but Southwest Colorado has yet to weigh in

January 20, 2022

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Bennet, Hickenlooper disappointed over voting rights bill’s failure

Legislation’s progress was stymied by Senate Republicans, two Democrats

January 20, 2022

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Rescued horses surrendered to Dolores County sheriff

Suspect denies owning any of the horses; assistant DA said she faced previous animal abuse charges

January 20, 2022

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Montezuma County Commissioner Joel ‘Joe’ Stevenson dies

Commissioner from Mancos had been hospitalized with COVID-related illness

January 20, 2022