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Puebloan with autism overcomes hurdles en route to college

PUEBLO, Colo. (AP) – Even before he was diagnosed with autism while in kindergarten, Luke Gebbink’s life’s journey wasn’t without its hurdles. Before entering preschool, Gebbink l...

DATE: Jun 24, 2018 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Dove Creek skier inducted into Hall of Fame

Riddell dominated slalom, won gold in two Paralympic games

DATE: Mar 9, 2018 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

Will Durango, La Plata County prioritize accessibility?

Residents with disabilities question transit cuts, ADA investments

DATE: Jan 23, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Pickleball helps Durango woman beat back depression

Cathy Sykes describes herself as a billboard for the sport

DATE: Dec 4, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Advocate wins state award for work to help people with disabilities

Jason Ragsdell makes accessibility a priority for rural population

DATE: Nov 27, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango to reduce height of 400-plus parking meters

Voluntary effort to comply with Americans with Disability Act

DATE: Oct 11, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Service dog owner butts heads with Vallecito restaurant

Man files complaint with U.S. Department of Justice’s disability rights division

DATE: Sep 27, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cortez Ag Expo gives kids their moment in the rodeo arena

Ag Expo opens door for disabled youth

DATE: Mar 17, 2017 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Wheelchair users can get help to clear Tech Center road work

People using wheelchairs and scooters who struggle through current road construction from Durango Tech Center to Animas View Drive can call The agency will contact the projectâ€™s ADA coor...

DATE: Mar 14, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Long-term friendship helps Community Connections client overcome challenges

In the 1990s, Sharon “Sherry” Slater didn’t feel comfortable with people, she talked mainly to her cat. If you meet her now, that’s hard to imagine. Slater, who has mos...

DATE: Jan 9, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Disabled, elderly feel Durango’s accessible-housing crunch

Affordable-home shortage worrisome with a growing older population

DATE: Dec 27, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man starts golf clinic for those with disabilities

In the game of golf, it helps to eliminate distractions, focus on the ball and execute brilliant hand-eye coordination. To bring all of those together can be difficult for anybody...

DATE: Oct 16, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News