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Former Women’s Resource Center executive director found dead

Cause of death not released Thursday

DATE: Nov 13, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Interim La Plata County manager officially appointed

Shawna Legarza, director of emergency management, to start Friday

DATE: Nov 13, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

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

Provisions will require adjustment from builders and clients alike

DATE: Nov 13, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

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

DATE: Nov 13, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

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

DATE: Nov 13, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Measles case identified in Montezuma County

Southwest Open School closed for remainder of week during investigation

DATE: Nov 13, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Three Springs Elementary School: What to expect

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

DATE: Nov 13, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man charged with alleged ninth drunken driving offense

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

DATE: Nov 12, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Construction on Florida Road guardrails starts next week

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

DATE: Nov 12, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Montezuma County man accused of sexually assaulting a minor

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

DATE: Nov 12, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

A Mancos breeder trains a Westminster contender

Beehive Great Danes earns Westminster invite after years of work

DATE: Nov 12, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Northern lights put on dazzling show Tuesday across Southwest Colorado

Second showing expected tonight, but clouds may interfere with viewing

DATE: Nov 12, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Wreaths Across America at Greenmount Cemetery in Durango

Photos: Durango High School girls basketball plays Piedra Vista High SchoolPanthers left Durango with 37-29 win on Tuesday night

Panthers left Durango with 37-29 win on Tuesday night

Photos: Noel Night in downtown Durango

Photos and video: Singing with Santa

Photos: Durango Turkey Trot

Photos: Durango High School football takes on Heritage High School in state playoffsDemons lost to Eagles, 45-36, in 4A quarterfinals at home on Saturday

Demons lost to Eagles, 45-36, in 4A quarterfinals at home on Saturday

Photos: Fort Lewis College men’s basketball at home

Photos: Fort Lewis College women’s hoops wins home opener

Photos: Durango High School football wins in second round of state playoffs

Photos: Fort Lewis College women’s soccer hosts RMAC tournament gameSkyhawks defeated Regis to move on to RMAC tournament semifinals

Skyhawks defeated Regis to move on to RMAC tournament semifinals