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Brad Blake to run again for La Plata County commissioner

Candidate will begin campaigning first quarter of next year

November 19, 2021

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Purgatory finds the right temps to fire up new snow guns

A good night of snowmaking allows resort to move opening day (again) to Saturday

November 19, 2021

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Hickenlooper’s first bill becomes law: Making EV charging stations affordable

RECHARGE Act aligns with Durango goals to lower costs, eliminate ‘range anxiety’

November 19, 2021

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Ute Mountain Ute Tribe dedicates new charter school

Kwiyagat Community Academy blends Ute culture and language with academics

November 19, 2021

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Colorado gubernatorial candidate Heidi Ganahl aims to connect with rural residents

Republican challenger asks Gov. Jared Polis to limit his campaign spending

November 19, 2021

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Have you been keeping up with the local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 141

About 120 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about why the La Plata County…

November 19, 2021

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Photos: Durango’s community Christmas tree wrapped in lights

Dylan Carlson, left, and Scott Kelley, both with Eagle Crane, string 1,000 lights on the community Christmas tree in Buckley…

November 19, 2021

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Fort Lewis College professor found guilty of arson sentenced to prison

Judge: ‘I have concerns about him remaining in the community’

November 18, 2021

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What’s behind vaccine hesitancy in Southwest Colorado? Survey provides some answers

Study suggests majority of holdouts won’t be swayed; others are receptive to mandates and education

November 18, 2021

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Report says it takes too long to deliver federal money to areas hit by floods, wildfires

Sen. Bennet aims to improve the Emergency Watershed Protection Program

November 18, 2021

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Durango school board candidates who lost raised more than opponents

In total, Building Durango’s Future candidates collected almost $10,000 more than competitors

November 18, 2021

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Rep. McLachlan to focus on one-time money, education and water during next session

Colorado legislators will decide how to spend CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funding in 2022

November 18, 2021

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Warm, dry weather forces Purgatory to push back opening day

Above-average temperatures have made snowmaking difficult this fall

November 18, 2021

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Fire drill proves to be good practice for next generation of wildland firefighters

Outdoor workshop breaks down issues around fuels, topography and weather

November 17, 2021

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Durango extends due diligence period in effort to purchase hotel for affordable housing

Developer proposes 120 units at Best Western Inn and Suites

November 17, 2021

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Durango police identify driver in fatal crash; alcohol suspected

Vehicle slammed into a trolley stop shelter on north Main Avenue

November 17, 2021

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Natural gas company inches closer to exploring Mancos Shale formation in La Plata County

Two wells in northwestern New Mexico are highest producing in 20 years for San Juan Basin

November 17, 2021

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Wolf Creek Pass to close Thursday for helicopter operations

Colorado Department of Transportation will close U.S. Highway 160 at Wolf Creek Pass for at least two hours Thursday. (Jerry…

November 16, 2021

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One killed in crash on north Main Avenue in Durango

Witness says vehicle swerved sharply before crashing into trolley stop

November 16, 2021

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Ouray Ice Park set to open in late December with full slate of events

Climbing area seeks to bounce back after rockfall destroyed a bridge, water infrastructure in March

November 16, 2021

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Colorado Department of Transportation examines winter driving in video series

Documentary-style shorts seek to raise awareness about being prepared

November 16, 2021

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‘Singing with Santa’ returns to downtown Durango

Christmas tree lighting in Buckley Park to kick off the holiday season

November 16, 2021

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What happened to repaving Animas River Trail behind Durango High School?

City awaits approval from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

November 16, 2021

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Report: Common ground can be found among those who support, oppose wolf reintroduction

Working to minimize livestock conflicts and compensating loss appeals to both sides

November 15, 2021