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How many miles to the top of Coal Bank?

Dear Action Line, As we cyclists struggle up the grade to Coal Bank Pass, we encounter a sign that reads “Coal Bank Pass Summit 4 Miles.” By my observation, it’s only 3.71 miles to ...

DATE: May 19, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

What’s the future of Robert E. DeNier?

Dear Action Line, Some of us have been around long enough to remember when the Robert E. DeNier building actually housed people in need of services. Since closing the youth center y...

DATE: May 12, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

What’s up with the concrete dam-like structure on Junction Creek?

Dear Action Line, I’ve always wondered what the concrete dam-like structure is on Junction creek by the river trail where Junction Creek comes into the Animas River. Is it some type...

DATE: May 5, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Eyes in the sky are coming, but not quite yet

Dear Action Line, The city of Durango recently announced the installation of speed control cameras at various locations. I would like to know just how strict this speed enforcement ...

DATE: Apr 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

When it comes to local law enforcement, it’s Ford vs. Chevy

Dear Action Line, I was driving around and noticed the Durango Police Department has Ford vehicles while the La Plata County Sheriff Office’s vehicles are adorned with a Chevrolet l...

DATE: Apr 21, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Public House 701 is closed

Dear Action Line, Why did the Public House 701 restaurant suddenly close, “permanently” per its website? I enjoyed the friendly and tasty addition to downtown Durango’s dining ...

DATE: Apr 7, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Gravel on roads is no laughing matter

Dear Action Line, The medians and shoulders of our roads and highways are awash with rocks, gravel and other unsightly debris. What’s going on, and why can’t local agencies clear up...

DATE: Mar 31, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

New sign in front of Boker Lumber is next chapter for storied property

Dear Action Line, What's up with the old Boker Lumber site? It's been on and off the market for years. And now it has a shiny new sign, but no one seems to know what's up. – Eagle-e...

DATE: Mar 24, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Can sales tax be used for Next Step?

Dear Action Line, The municipal elections are just a couple of weeks away, and thus, the “silly season” is in full spin. So, I beseech Action Line and its occasional, sometimes reli...

DATE: Mar 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

We didn’t start the fire – but what happens if someone does?

Dear Action Line: I can hear the wind howling now as I write this. Considering the warm weather we’re having, how is it looking for fire season? While you're at it, can you find out who ...

DATE: Mar 10, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

A flashing yellow light in the night

Dear Action Line, I find myself in acute intellectual misery as I attempt to determine why most of the flashing yellow left turn lights have been eliminated along the 160 corridor n...

DATE: Mar 3, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

River trail lover not in love with all of it

Dear Action Line: I am one of the many avid amateur cyclists who enjoys getting out onto the Animas River Trail to get a little wind in my hair (er, helmet). However, there are several s...

DATE: Feb 24, 2025 | CATEGORY: Action Line

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