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Jury trial set in lawsuit over Kelroy Newman’s death at Montezuma County jail

After years of motions, Newman’s jail-death civil trial set for February

January 8, 2026

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Water flowing again through Cascade flume, operating at reduced capacity

Permanent fix expected to take roughly two years

January 7, 2026

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Durango to get new ‘nature-based’ hotel

Rebranded 47-room lodge aims to draw outdoor adventurers

January 7, 2026

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Cold plunging: A cool way to help physical, mental health

Practice has gained in popularity, but proves to be more than hype for diehards

January 7, 2026

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Crowd lines Main Street for Indivisible rally in Cortez

More than 175 people attended protest focused on Jan. 6

January 7, 2026

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Photos: Christmas trees meet the wood chipper

Brent Interpreter, left, and James Perotti, both with Durango Parks and Recreation forestry division, feed Christmas trees into the mulcher…

January 6, 2026

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It’s about adapting: business and economy focus of forum at Fort Lewis College

Southwest Economic Outlook spurred discussions on cost of living, stagnant wages and artificial intelligence

January 6, 2026

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‘No more unfunded mandates,’ Southwest Colorado commissioners say

County officials emphasize cost burdens new legislation places on local governments

January 6, 2026

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Sen. Michael Bennet reflects on year in Congress

Pushing back against President Trump has been big battle

January 6, 2026

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Mesa Verde Pellets launches eco-friendly aspen-based cat litter

The pellets are reportedly safer than pine for animals

January 6, 2026

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Chimney Rock designated an international dark sky park

Located in the southern edge of the San Juan Forest, it offers some of the darkest skies in the region

January 6, 2026

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Plea hearing scheduled for former La Plata County Jail commander

Outcome could result in trial or plea deal

January 6, 2026

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After years of planning, Nuchu Market opens in Towaoc

New grocery aims to address food access, affordability and local sourcing

January 6, 2026

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Texas real estate firm purchases Confluence at Three Springs apartments

Second acquisition in Durango by Olympus Property

January 5, 2026

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Durango’s Immigration Task Force begins to take shape

Community commission to deliver findings in six months

January 5, 2026

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Snow returns to Southwest Colorado

Mountains could see several inches; dry, warm weather to follow

January 5, 2026

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Community remembers influential Bayfield couple who died in house fire

Couple who lived off-grid leave legacy of humanitarianism, community-building in La Plata County

January 5, 2026

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What to watch in 2026 for La Plata County

Elections, court trials, fights for social justice and ambitious redevelopments to shape the year

January 5, 2026

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Resident arrested by ICE on New Year’s Eve lived in Durango for 22 years

Mancos arrest sparks protest outside Bodo field office

January 3, 2026

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Photos: Warm winter cast

Paul Smith, 14, takes advantage of unseasonably warm weather Friday to fly fish on the Animas River near the Main…

January 3, 2026

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City of Durango signs probation agreement after summer day care program incident

Two children went without supervision during Gametime session

January 3, 2026

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More rain, not snow, expected early next week in lower parts of Southwest Colorado

Don’t panic just yet, meteorologist says: Snowpack is doing OK

January 3, 2026

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New year brings higher taxes, at least in La Plata County

1% sales tax hike went into effect Jan. 1

January 2, 2026

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Photos: Another one for the pile

Matt Brandt of Durango tosses his Christmas tree – or Hanukkah bush as his family calls it, because his mother…

January 1, 2026