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Bennet says legislation could help fund fire mitigation efforts in Durango

Senator discusses potential benefit of Outdoor Restoration Partnership Act for Southwest Colorado

September 9, 2021

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City Board of Ethics finds complaint against city councilor groundless

Two former councilors objected to sharing of document about water plan

September 9, 2021

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Durango School District reports 11 COVID cases, but no outbreak among students

Cases reflect the spread of COVID-19 in La Plata County

September 8, 2021

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La Plata County man finds new job, new hope

Window washing company helps lift Nathan Pease out of homelessness

September 8, 2021

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Two Western Slope health care systems announce merger

Axis Health System, The Center for Mental Health will serve 11 counties

September 8, 2021

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Temperatures in Southwest Colorado could break records this week

Smoke blowing in from Northwest fires triggers air quality advisory

September 7, 2021

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Draft of Colorado’s congressional map would create a new dynamic in the state

Public hearings scheduled this week about proposed revision of district boundaries

September 7, 2021

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Are jury questions useful during trials? Foreman in Redwine case thinks so

Jurors have been allowed to question witnesses since 2004 in Colorado

September 7, 2021

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Silver SPRUCE Academy to break ground on long-awaited permanent location

After years of effort, school construction faces new challenges

September 6, 2021

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Bayfield to host flu, COVID-19 vaccination clinics

The town of Bayfield, in partnership with Sav-On Pharmacy, San Juan Basin Public Health and Upper Pine River Fire Protection…

September 6, 2021

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People at Purple Cliffs grow frustrated with talk of closing campsite

Campers, government officials and experts favor managed camp

September 6, 2021

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New Leland House owners preserve historic hotel’s ‘at home in Durango’ brand

Longtime owners Kurt Komick and Diane Wildfang sold the hotel to Chuck and Tanya Ensign, along with their son and…

September 5, 2021

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Photos: More riders make their way to the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally in Durango

Motorcyclists show up Saturday at the Durango Harley-Davidson dealership to check out the vendors and new motorcycles during the Four…

September 4, 2021

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Durango receives no bids to update its affordable housing policy

City says it may look to update Fair Share Ordinance in-house

September 4, 2021

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Painting and Asperger’s syndrome: A powerful pair

Durango man uses art to spread awareness about being on the spectrum

September 4, 2021

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Photos: Bikers roll in for the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally

Last year, the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally had an estimated 7,500 participants. This year, organizers are predicting anywhere from 8,000…

September 3, 2021

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City of Durango will seek advice for spending lodgers tax revenue

Part of conversation will include ‘sustainable tourism’

September 3, 2021

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Riverbank work for Animas River Trail pedestrian bridge at 32nd Street begins

Construction of bridge foundations of the Animas River Trail pedestrian bridge will begin on the west side of the Animas…

September 3, 2021

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Lake Nighthorse Wibit Aqua Park to close for season

Monday is the last day the Wibit Aqua Park will be open at Lake Nighthorse. Staff members will begin removing…

September 3, 2021

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San Juan County, Colorado, records first COVID-19-related death

Coronavirus updates for La Plata, Montezuma, Dolores, San Miguel and Archuleta counties

September 3, 2021

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Durango man spared jail time over road rage with cyclist

Joshua David Angle followed cyclist to workplace after threatening him

September 2, 2021

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Creative Economy Commission approves new murals in Durango

Projects designed to beautify neighborhoods

September 2, 2021

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Seasonal changes announced for recreation at San Juan National Forest campgrounds and McPhee Reservoir

San Juan National Forest will begin closing some campgrounds and reducing services for the fall and winter season. Campers should…

September 2, 2021

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Sheriff warns public about camper near popular trail in Telluride

‘Be aware of surroundings,’ says San Miguel Sheriff Bill Masters

September 2, 2021