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Colorado lawmakers introduce bill to prevent sexual abuse in jails

State legislation comes amid former La Plata County jail commander’s invasion of privacy case

February 10, 2026

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Durango school board seat remains vacant after nearly monthlong search

District D post draws no applicants despite efforts to recruit

February 9, 2026

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Survey: Have you been impacted by the loss of health insurance subsidies in 2026?

The state proposed a public insurance option this week that could lower costs for consumers without employer-sponsored health care.Associated Press…

February 9, 2026

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Durango on track to meet state’s Prop 123 housing requirements

Housing budget risks deficit in 2028 without new funding source

February 9, 2026

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Is an economic rebirth on the horizon for Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory?

Interim CEO aims to return iconic Durango business to sound financial footing

February 9, 2026

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7 months in office, La Plata County commissioner’s belief in local government reinforced

Elizabeth Philbrick spent the second half 2025 learning the ropes

February 8, 2026

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La Plata County residents workshop strategies for civil disobedience

Peaceful resistance requires choices, comes with risks

February 8, 2026

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Compañeros director says noise citation was attempt to suppress speech

Durango to revisit noise statute after ticket dismissed in court

February 8, 2026

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Photos: Spinning yarns

Members of the Wild Woolly Spinners of the West from left, Lynn Hughes, Paula Seay, Pam Dyer and Suzanne Swickard,…

February 7, 2026

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La Plata County’s interim manager appointed to permanent position

Shawna Legarza, former director of emergency management, is expected to start Feb. 21

February 7, 2026

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Meet Weylin Ryan, Ignacio’s new town manager

Lifelong La Plata County resident wants to balance growth with community character

February 7, 2026

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Fort Lewis College rolls out new dietetics program

Educational track will help students ‘pursue careers in nutrition and health care without leaving Southwest Colorado,’ according to FLC

February 6, 2026

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Durango lawyer who died while skiing suffered a heart attack, autopsy finds

Michael Goldman was an active community member

February 6, 2026

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Durango compounding pharmacy fills niche role in rural health care web

Centers provide patients with individually tailored medications

February 6, 2026

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Manna soup kitchen in Durango to offer four affordable housing units

Tenants will pay no more than 30% of gross monthly income in rent, organization says

February 5, 2026

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Bennet sponsors bill to reimburse EMS agencies for at-home treatments

Treating patients at home for non-emergency issues simplifies health care, saves money

February 5, 2026

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Mancos cancels spring election, moves sales tax question to November

Town to save thousands by coordinating with county election this fall

February 5, 2026

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Durango City Council to consider litigation against ICE, DHS

Councilors to weigh risks, merits in executive session

February 5, 2026

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Photo: A winding path

Steve and Karen Schain go for a walk on the northern section of the Animas River Trail on Thursday as…

February 5, 2026

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A male wolf died during a capture and collaring operation in northwest Colorado

A gray wolf is carried from a helicopter to the site where it will be checked by CPW staff in…

February 5, 2026

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Regional science fair explores musical chickens, AI, cybertrucks and cereal brands

‘We’re inspiring these young minds to get involved in early problem-solving in real life situations,’ organizer says

February 5, 2026

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Underground parking nixed from plans for Durango’s new police station

Site of existing city hall and DPD headquarters are ‘feasible’ alternatives

February 5, 2026

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La Plata County sheriff’s deputy will not face criminal charges for killing suspect, DA rules

Law enforcement ‘had an objectively reasonable belief that a lesser degree of force was inadequate,’ district attorney says

February 4, 2026

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Radio map could improve communication, safety for backcountry travelers

Frequencies assigned to different zones being used in San Juan Mountains

February 4, 2026