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Firefighters memorialized outside Durango Fire Protection District station

New downtown station on display at open house on Saturday

November 15, 2025

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Weekend storm could bring snowfall to Southwest Colorado

Mountains above 9,000 feet may receive 4-8 inches

November 15, 2025

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Humane society to dissolve animal protection services after La Plata County ends contract

Formal approval still needed; Sheriff’s Office would assume duties beginning Jan. 1

November 15, 2025

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Four Corners AI Conference returning to Durango for second year

Free event will explore how artificial intelligence can strengthen rural communities

November 14, 2025

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Animas City Theatre open mic offers onstage experience to budding performers

Event trial period proves to be wildly successful

November 14, 2025

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Durango artist seeks to capture scale, beauty of solar system along Animas River Trail

Project highlights creativity, community and cosmic perspective

November 14, 2025

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Former Women’s Resource Center executive director found dead

Cause of death not released Thursday

November 14, 2025

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Interim La Plata County manager officially appointed

Shawna Legarza, director of emergency management, to start Friday

November 13, 2025

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Durango adopts state mandated wildfire resiliency code expected to raise building costs 20%

Provisions will require adjustment from builders and clients alike

November 13, 2025

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In era of vaccine skepticism, La Plata County Public Health encourages trust in professionals

Immunization development has 100 years of research behind it, director says

November 13, 2025

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After unseasonable warmth, San Juan peaks may get 6-12 inches of snow Sunday

Warmer temps end, bringing rain to valleys and snow to the high country

November 13, 2025

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Three Springs Elementary School: What to expect

Architects describe sprawling multipurpose library, porches off each classroom and playground built into landscape

November 13, 2025

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Measles case identified in Montezuma County

Southwest Open School closed for remainder of week during investigation

November 13, 2025

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Durango man charged with alleged ninth drunken driving offense

John Cochran, 56, was arrested Monday by La Plata County Sheriff’s Office

November 13, 2025

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Construction on Florida Road guardrails starts next week

Beginning Monday, work is estimated to take a little over month

November 13, 2025

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Montezuma County man accused of sexually assaulting a minor

Yearslong investigation by La Plata County Sheriff’s Office led to felony charges

November 13, 2025

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A Mancos breeder trains a Westminster contender

Beehive Great Danes earns Westminster invite after years of work

November 13, 2025

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Northern lights put on dazzling show Tuesday across Southwest Colorado

Second showing expected tonight, but clouds may interfere with viewing

November 12, 2025

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Michael Bennet rolls out new education policy in race for governor

Candidate wants to expand apprenticeships, work experience opportunities

November 12, 2025

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Durango honors service, sacrifice at annual Veterans Day parade

‘As young men, we put our lives on the line,’ local Navy veteran says

November 11, 2025

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Durango’s Next Step costs ever present on residents’ minds

Public works says combining utility, streetscape projects is financially strategic

November 11, 2025

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Animas River Trail reconstruction faces delays in Durango

City says heavy rains, unstable soil conditions delayed progress

November 11, 2025

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Man killed in officer-involved shooting north of Durango identified

Deputy’s name not yet released

November 11, 2025

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Women’s Resource Center executive director leaves abruptly

Board to appoint interim leader amid ‘transition period’

November 11, 2025