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Patriotism then and now: College students reflect on Pearl Harbor anniversary

History class discusses U.S. work culture, political extremism

December 5, 2021

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Group with diverse interests comes together for first-of-its kind dust-on-snow workshop

More than 80 scientists, water and land managers, Indigenous leaders and ranchers discuss snowpack issues

December 4, 2021

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Photos: Shoppers fill downtown Durango during Noel Nite

Zoe Handly, 12, left, Lucy Nass, 13, center, and Esmeralda Garcia, 12, talk to their friends while they sell baked…

December 4, 2021

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Suspected shooter charged with second-degree murder, tampering with evidence

Nicolo Tonelli, 24, faces up to 48 years in prison

December 4, 2021

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La Plata County driver who hit, killed professional cyclist gets prison

Family travels from Germany for Friday’s sentencing hearing

December 4, 2021

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Photos: Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival features 70 vendors this weekend

Rasta Stevie holds a spirit wand that his wife, Feather Smith, and her son, Che Smith, made for their business,…

December 4, 2021

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FLC partners with Los Alamos National Laboratory to promote Indigenous women in physics

Two students selected for an internship with nuclear and particle physicists

December 4, 2021

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First project for newly formed wildfire mitigation group: Durango homeless camp

Crews build half-mile line around encampment

December 3, 2021

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Have you been keeping up with your local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 143

About 120 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about where there was a reported…

December 3, 2021

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Durango Festival of Trees and Wreaths begins Friday

More than 60 items up for auction online starting noon Friday

December 3, 2021

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Event to discuss ‘Indigenous mascots’ is abruptly canceled in Durango

Community conversation called off shortly after Toh-Atin Gallery co-owner sends email

December 2, 2021

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Photo: A sunny stroll along the Animas River

Sunny skies and temperatures in the 60s on Thursday drew people to the Animas River. Sunny skies and warm weather…

December 2, 2021

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Fundraiser organized for deputy who lost home in fire

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Tiana Mihalich lost her home Tuesday in an early morning fire north of Ignacio.…

December 1, 2021

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Got COVID-19? Mobile unit that administers monoclonal antibodies in Durango may help

Treatments said to lower risk of hospitalization among those who test positive

December 1, 2021

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Local public health officials prepare for omicron variant but await more information

Colorado sees first confirmed case Thursday

December 1, 2021

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Victim of fatal crash on U.S. Highway 491 is identified

Head-on crash with semitrailer caused vehicles to catch fire

December 1, 2021

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Will a flood of federal money finally fix broadband in Southwest Colorado?

Experts say it helps, but a local effort and new ideas are needed

December 1, 2021

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Colorado Democrats blast Boebert but stop short of calling for censure

Republican members of Colorado’s U.S. House delegation have not commented on Boebert’s anti-Muslim remarks

December 1, 2021

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With e-bikes booming in popularity, will Durango allow them on soft-surface trails?

A trial period came to an end this week; results to be analyzed

December 1, 2021

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Lake Nighthorse sees 14% increase in visitors this year

Adding a beach area and floating park creates more recreation opportunities

December 1, 2021

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Fire destroys La Plata County Sheriff’s Office deputy’s house

Two dogs successfully escaped blaze north of Ignacio

December 1, 2021

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Photo: A beautiful day for golf

Golfers enjoy warm temperatures and sunshine Tuesday at Hillcrest Golf Club. The first days of December are expected to be…

December 1, 2021

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Mercy-led planning group aims to reduce substance abuse in La Plata County

Consortium brings community organizations together to limit opioid, alcohol use

November 30, 2021

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Mancos good Samaritan who gave aid at crash dies from injuries

Lori Nightingale was helping man when secondary accident resulted west of Durango

November 30, 2021