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Community Relations Commission foresees progress on diversity in 2021

Slow, but steady steps taken this year on inclusion issues, representatives say

December 27, 2020

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Expect to see snow Monday and Tuesday in Southwest Colorado

Up to 3 inches forecast in Durango; Wolf Creek Pass might receive up to 28 inches

December 27, 2020

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Property owner wins tax battle with La Plata County

State board rules owner is using land for agriculture

December 27, 2020

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La Plata County man sought on suspicion of domestic violence

Suspect fled scene in stolen 2006 Toyota Avalon

December 27, 2020

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Weekly planner for Dec. 28-Jan. 1

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:…

December 27, 2020

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Fort Lewis College will return to in-person learning Feb. 1

Student enrollment projected to be flat or down slightly

December 27, 2020

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La Plata County approved for 5-Star Business Variance Program

More than a dozen restaurants certified for indoor dining

December 26, 2020

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Community Treehouse gives parents a break during pandemic

Bayfield play space fosters community

December 26, 2020

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Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 102

Herald Staff Report About 130 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about a lawsuit…

December 26, 2020

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Are tiny homes an affordable housing solution for high-priced La Plata County?

Owners say there are plenty of barriers, but also rewards

December 26, 2020

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Lauren Boebert to challenge Electoral College vote

Congresswoman-elect again repeats false allegations of widespread voter fraud

December 26, 2020

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Landscape expert offers tips for sustainable gardening in Southwest Colorado

Plant Select: It’s possible to have attractive gardens while conserving water

December 26, 2020

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Hackers target – but fail to scam – local fire district

Scheme seeks to cheat state unemployment program

December 25, 2020

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Manna soup kitchen offers holiday cheer

When budgets are tight, 550 meals help brighten Christmas

December 25, 2020

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How Colorado’s unemployed influenced the federal coronavirus relief bill

Colorado had some sway on new benefits for out-of-work Americans

December 25, 2020

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Where has Durango’s 2019 sales tax increase for roads gone?

City Council split over using money for maintenance, new projects

December 25, 2020

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Small Colorado mountain counties plan mass testing

Gunnison, Ouray and San Miguel plan testing events – with and without symptoms

December 25, 2020

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Small shops cater to last-minute Christmas shoppers

In Durango and Farmington, COVID limits have people supporting local retailers

December 25, 2020

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Beer truck rolls on Wolf Creek Pass

U.S. Highway 160 open as crews clean up crash site

December 24, 2020

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Durango backcountry skiers likely triggered fatal avalanche, report says

Slide occurred on a steep slope above tree line

December 24, 2020

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U.S. military confirms pandemic won’t ground Santa Claus

NORAD will track St. Nicholas, keep phone lines open

December 24, 2020

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Town of Bayfield announces light contest winners

The town of Bayfield, in partnership with La Plata Electric Association, Momemtum Fitness and Bottom Shelf Brewery have announced light…

December 24, 2020

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Outbreak of COVID-19 cases reported at Durango’s Walmart

Six staff members test positive, state records show

December 23, 2020

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After a quarter of a century, Methodist Thrift Shop manager departs

Lori Brouner finds friendship, camaraderie with store’s employees and customers

December 23, 2020