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New chairs of La Plata County political parties chart courses after 2024

Teal Lehto, a Democrat, and Vanessa Ruggles, a Republican, took the helm of their respective parties in February

March 30, 2025

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Video: Hozhoni Days Powwow

Grand Entry on Friday at Fort Lewis College celebrates the Indigenous community

March 29, 2025

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Silverton’s Avalanche Brewing is celebrating its final weekend before closure

Austin and Casie Lashley say the Greene Street watering hole is under contract

March 29, 2025

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What does it mean to ‘pay your fair share’ for water in Durango?

Questions around rates resurface as resources become scarce

March 28, 2025

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21% of voters cast ballots ahead of Durango election

Registered electors have until 7 p.m. Tuesday to return ballots

March 28, 2025

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North College Drive reconstruction resumes Monday

Commuters should expect one-way alternating traffic

March 28, 2025

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Homes prices up, number of buyers down in Durango

Builders have steady stream of projects despite fewer clients

March 28, 2025

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Spring skiing? Maybe not in Durango

Above-average temperatures chip away at snowpack

March 27, 2025

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Fort Lewis College trustees name sole finalist in presidential search

Heather Shotton has worked with FLC for three years

March 27, 2025

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Food pantry in Arboles becomes vital resource for rural residents

Federal funding freeze threatens community program

March 26, 2025

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Durango mother accuses couple of illegally housing her transgender child

Sheriff’s Office says no law broken when teen fled to Vivian and JoAnn Smotherman’s home

March 25, 2025

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Photos: Springtime calving is fully underway in La Plata County

A newborn Hereford calf looks up to its mother on Tuesday at Chris and Kathy Burgess’ ranch in La Plata…

March 25, 2025

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Ignacio teacher will give rural education a voice at Colorado Capitol

Kerry Jo Lauth selected to serve on state Commissioner’s Teacher Cabinet

March 25, 2025

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Apache Mobile Home Park in west Durango back on market – at higher price

Residents have until June to submit offer to purchase land

March 25, 2025

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CPW asks Southwest Colorado residents to secure trash, other attractants as bears emerge

Region ranked second-highest for bear conflicts statewide last year

March 25, 2025

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Durango’s Starlight Lounge has new owner

Selena McCranie believes she’s the only female tribal member to own a business on Main Avenue

March 24, 2025

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Snowboarder dies after being found in tree well near Silverton

Officials have not determined cause of death

March 24, 2025

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Tiny homes, expansive lives

Durango residents say cost-efficient living allows more time for adventure, community

March 24, 2025

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Cuts to Medicaid will impact services for all, Southwest Colorado medical providers say

Axis Health System, Mercy see financial strain if health care for low-income families is cut

March 23, 2025

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Road construction resumes in northeast Durango

Some motorists can expect 15-minute delays

March 22, 2025

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Man charged in Durango recreation center ‘MAHA’ hat incident

Citation issued for disturbing the peace

March 21, 2025

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Bondad Landfill in La Plata County has an estimated seven years until it is full

Officials, experts say conversations about the future must start now

March 21, 2025

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Only 10% of voters have cast ballots in Durango election

Tax question may help draw more interest than 2023 race

March 21, 2025

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Search for Bayfield town manager narrows

Board of Trustees plans to interview two applicants in person

March 21, 2025