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Lake Nighthorse to open Friday

Lake Nighthorse Recreation Area will open Friday. The lake will be open for non-motorized recreation from 9 a.m. to 4…

March 29, 2021

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Ignacio man suspected in wife’s death wants trial, not plea deal

Damon Mathews: ‘I’m not taking a ... deal’

March 29, 2021

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Medical Reserve Corps assist with vaccinations

More than 650 volunteers have registered with the Southwest Colorado unit of the Medical Reserve Corps. MRCs are community-based units…

March 29, 2021

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D&SNG celebrates 40 years as tourist draw in Southwest Colorado

Charles E. Bradshaw saw a family friendly attraction in historic railway’s future

March 29, 2021

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Forester who planted 2 million trees uproots for next adventure

Gretchen Fitzgerald spent years restoring forests in Southwest Colorado

March 29, 2021

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Durango police launch new effort to address officers’ mental health

Resiliency program is dual purpose: improve wellness, build community trust

March 29, 2021

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Durango High School extends in-person learning

With COVID-19 in retreat, students will be in class four full days a week

March 28, 2021

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Mistrial declared in case against snowboarders who triggered avalanche

Too few Summit County residents responded to jury summonses

March 28, 2021

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Rep. Lauren Boebert invites Deb Haaland to Grand Junction

Interior secretary will likely visit BLM headquarters in near future

March 28, 2021

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Archery while on horseback showcased at Ag Expo in Cortez

Durango family has embraced the competitive sport

March 28, 2021

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120 gather in Buckley Park to decry violence against Asians

‘Silence is violence’ group chants as it marches down Main Avenue

March 28, 2021

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Ignacio identifies 6 town priorities in new long-range plan

Goals include broadband, housing, infrastructure

March 28, 2021

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Residents participate in person at Cortez City Council meeting

Mayor estimates Cortez will receive $1.9 million in federal coronavirus relief

March 28, 2021

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Animal cruelty initiative irks Colorado ranchers

Revising code requires 124,632 valid signatures to get on ballot

March 28, 2021

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Ute Mountain Tribe breaks ground on $3.1 million health clinic

Additional space will allow for more medical and dental services

March 28, 2021

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Equine lessons featured at the Ag Expo in Cortez

Tips offered on packing adopted mustangs for backcountry hikes

March 28, 2021

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Weekly planner for March 29-April 2

du1-i-syn Information and agendas about local meetings City of Durango: La Plata County: www.co.laplata.co.us or call 382-6210. Town of Bayfield:…

March 28, 2021

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Could an insurance-premium fee prevent Colorado’s next big natural disaster?

Bill would distribute money to communities for mitigation projects

March 27, 2021

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BLM plans habitat improvement for Gunnison sage grouse

Piñon and juniper trees would be removed to improve sagebrush conditions

March 27, 2021

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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 114

About 100 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about Farmington Fire Chief David Burke,…

March 27, 2021

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Coronavirus set back Colorado schools battling to improve performance

Four districts are on the state’s accountability clock. Montezuma-Cortez is on cusp

March 27, 2021

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Colorado students will take modified CMAS exams this spring

Lawmakers also are seeking another waiver to pause accountability tied to the tests

March 27, 2021

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Durango Public Library creates Tough Topics collection

Durango Public Library has a new collection designed to assist adults in discussing sensitive subjects with children.Courtesy of Durango Public…

March 27, 2021

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What would Durango’s diversity efforts look like with new councilors?

6 candidates compete in upcoming election

March 27, 2021