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Horse Gulch Trailhead will temporarily reopen for Labor Day weekend

Parking area will remain closed through the pause in work

DATE: Aug 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

New data show setbacks in chronic absenteeism, daily attendance in Colorado schools

More positive trends seen locally, but numbers on the whole ‘moving in the wrong direction,’ says state Department of Education official

DATE: Aug 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

New state grant for plugging oil and gas wells will help close Colorado’s budget hole

Closures will save money on regulation, environmental costs and help soften blow of federal funding cuts

DATE: Aug 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Immigration attorney encourages Durango residents to push back against ICE with public policy

‘Impunity thrives’ in the absence of supervision and accountability

DATE: Aug 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Four Corners Motorcycle Rally kicks into high gear on Day One

Weekend to feature attractions, raffles, performances for all ages

DATE: Aug 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Attorney visits Durango to provide immigrant rights training

Community members, advocates gather to hear lawyer speak amid mounting ICE activity in region

DATE: Aug 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County manager candidate speaks to community

John Cattles is the sole finalist for position; commissioners hope to make a final decision by end of week

DATE: Aug 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Gasoline spill near Durango now estimated at 97,000 gallons, making it Colorado’s largest since 2016

New number comes after the state and Southern Ute Indian Tribe questioned Enterprise Projects original estimate of the spill, 23,000 gallons

DATE: Aug 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Drought drives surge in bear encounters as trash issues persist

Wildlife advocates say ineffective code enforcement and policy gaps exacerbate problem

DATE: Aug 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango’s Toh-Atin Gallery owner dies at 75

Jackson Clark II recognized by artists, dealers and collectors throughout the Native American art world

DATE: Aug 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

AT&T restores cell service in Vallecito Lake

Residents were without coverage for eight days

DATE: Aug 27, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Torrential rains cause flash flooding across La Plata County

After weeks of hot, dry weather, recent heavy rainfall raises river water levels.

DATE: Aug 27, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

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