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U.S. Forest Service signals approval for Purgatory Resort expansion

Ski area wants to install a new quad lift, provide more beginner trails

November 3, 2021

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In Durango, ranchers meet with conservationists about wolf reintroduction

Workshop speaker says it’s crucial for those in agriculture to share their experiences

November 3, 2021

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Children ages 5 to 11 to receive Pfizer vaccine in Archuleta and La Plata counties

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention gave approval this week

November 3, 2021

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Voters tap Brown, Petersen and Parmenter to lead Durango School District

Campaign touched on themes of COVID-19 policies, critical race theory, separation of church and state

November 3, 2021

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Durango City Council separates Buckley Park in expectation of buying property

Staff members redrew lines to keep trees and sledding hill as part of park

November 3, 2021

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Photos: Mastering the pivot turn on the Animas River

Nicole Pottala works on her pivot turn through a gate on Tuesday on the Animas River near 32nd Street. Pottala,…

November 3, 2021

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BLM to conduct slash burning in Southwest Colorado

Locations include Tres Rios district

November 3, 2021

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Federal money largely responsible for $49 million increase to Durango’s 2022 budget

City plans to make improvements to airport runway and upgrade water infrastructure

November 2, 2021

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Durango Police Department adds sponge dart shooters to arsenal

Launchers offer safer alternative to bean-bag rounds

November 2, 2021

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Bump-out season comes to an end; should outdoor seating become permanent in Durango?

Customers appreciate street-side dining, businesses say extra space is an economic boon

November 2, 2021

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Turnout remains low as Election Day arrives in Colorado. Here’s what you need to know to vote

Ballot must be in possession of county clerk by 7 p.m. Tuesday

November 2, 2021

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Durango’s interim library director is not a librarian. But he knows about creating special districts

City and county are exploring alternative funding methods

November 2, 2021

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Halloween returns in Durango: Kids get candy, adults have their Zombie March

Trick-or-treating event typically draws about 1,000 participants

November 2, 2021

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Cortez family escapes house fire uninjured; three pets rescued

Two dogs and a rabbit were rescued by firefighters; family displaced

November 2, 2021

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How will questions about Boebert’s role in Jan. 6 attacks affect her bid for re-election?

Congresswoman denies meeting with organizers ahead of event

November 1, 2021

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Retired Mercy physicians call out Centura Health for high staff turnover at hospital

Medical center’s leadership outlines staffing issues, future solutions

November 1, 2021

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Friends, family pay tribute to woman killed while working at Bayfield service station

Jadah Willmett, 21, was the only person on duty early Aug. 2

November 1, 2021

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Durango Police Department reminds businesses to be wary of scams

Cream Bean Berry hit by intricate phone ploy, but losses avoided

November 1, 2021

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Southwest Colorado sees increase in mountain lion sightings

Parks and Wildlife reports 110 sightings in Area 15 this year

October 31, 2021

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Top election official in La Plata County explains what happens to ballots after they are dropped off

Several layers of judges oversee process, from transporting ballots to verifying signatures

October 31, 2021

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Memorial for Jadah Willmett to be held Saturday evening

The memorial will take place in front of the Speedway convenience store at 650 Buck Highway

October 30, 2021

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Dove Creek getting urgent water delivery after drought dries up canal

Drought disrupts timing of McPhee Reservoir water flow for the first time

October 30, 2021

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What you need to know heading into Tuesday’s election

Candidates make final push, drop-off boxes are awaiting, voter turnout hits 24%

October 30, 2021

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Photos: An ‘Aloha’ Halloween

Andrew Aitken sets up a skeleton doing the limbo on Friday for Halloween. Aitken; his wife, Darrah Westrup; and their…

October 29, 2021