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New Region 9 board member appointed

The Region 9 Economic Development District of Southwest Colorado has announced a new board member. Tommy Crosby was approved at…

December 9, 2021

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Fort Lewis College fall commencement set for next week; local CEO to give keynote address

Graduates can bring up to six guests; ceremony will be streamed online

December 9, 2021

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Construction on U.S. Highway 160 wildlife crossing to stop for winter

Project will shut down next week before restarting in April

December 9, 2021

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What if we have another dry winter? ‘Think of our mountains like a big sponge’

Scientists and water managers hope for snow, but they have reason for concern

December 9, 2021

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Durango looks into tax exemption for feminine hygiene products

Rec center will begin offering menstrual products free of charge

December 9, 2021

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Durango police share crime statistics for 2021

A spike in illegal activity during 2020 pandemic has subsided

December 9, 2021

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‘Atmospheric river,’ ‘bomb cyclone’ and ‘snowmageddon’; How do scientists come up with weather terms?

Some phrases make it into the Glossary of Meteorology, others don’t

December 9, 2021

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Durango School District seeking substitutes, paraprofessionals and more at upcoming job fair

Full benefits for part-time positions on the table for prospective candidates

December 8, 2021

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Rise in deadly crashes prompts crack down on traffic violations in Southwest Colorado

State Patrol to issue fewer warnings, have greater presence on area roads

December 8, 2021

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What does Durango’s 2022 budget mean for residents? Construction cones …

City plans two new divisions, 61 capital projects and a 5% cost-of-living increase for employees

December 8, 2021

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Region 9 now Rural Jump-Start program sponsoring entity

The Region 9 Economic Development District of Southwest Colorado was approved by the Colorado Economic Development Commission to sponsor business…

December 8, 2021

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Former executive of Southern Ute Indian Tribe sentenced to 13½ years in prison for sexual assault

McKean Walton worked as executive officer until time of arrest

December 8, 2021

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Prosecutors file criminal charges against bail bondsman who shot Durango fugitive

Clint Simmons told police he accidentally fired his gun

December 8, 2021

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Second storm expected to bring 1-2 feet of snow to San Juan Mountains

National Weather Service warns drivers of icy conditions late Thursday, early Friday

December 7, 2021

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Durango boy, 16, recovering after breaking his neck in ski jump accident

More than $180,000 has been raised to assist with medical bills

December 7, 2021

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Suspect in Albuquerque bank robbery returns to Hesperus home while case proceeds

No plea has been entered; next court date is pending in New Mexico

December 7, 2021

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Four Corners farmers say it was a good year, despite some setbacks

Market vendors report plentiful crops, but a lack of water and labor

December 7, 2021

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The Osprey Packs story: Its roots, success, sale and its future in Cortez

No major changes planned at company headquarters

December 7, 2021

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‘Great Resignation’ hits snowplow drivers: ‘Some (people) are not going to be happy with the level of service’

Durango residents can expect slower and less extensive plowing this winter

December 6, 2021

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Snowdown to require COVID-19 vaccination or negative test for some events

Organizers ask attendees to adhere to federal, state and local mandates

December 6, 2021

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A Colorado family tried to save their cattle ranch by betting big on rare birds. It’s paying off.

From getting the folks at Audubon to certify the ranch as bird-friendly, to selling carbon sequestration credits for the tall…

December 6, 2021

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Nugget Mountain Bar and La Plata County spar over permitting

What was good during height of pandemic is now subject to intense scrutiny

December 6, 2021

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McDonna’s Farm lights up La Plata County for the Christmas holiday

Each year, more lights and inflatable decorations are added to the display

December 6, 2021

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Winter weather is on its way to Southwest Colorado

After weeks of above-normal temperatures, two storm systems bring promise of snow

December 5, 2021