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From the archives: County dollars for predator scalps

La Plata County Clerk and Recorder in 1889 was responsible for documenting bounties for predators

DATE: Aug 25, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Man hospitalized after hit-and-run crash near Pagosa Springs

Person was riding motorcycle when incident happened Friday night on U.S. Highway 160

DATE: Aug 24, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Data shows Colorado added fewer jobs over the past year than previously reported

The latest jobs numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics contain an unwelcome surprise for Coloradans. The data shows Colorado added 72,700 fewer jobs than previously reported during...

DATE: Aug 24, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Bayfield home market expecting cool-down, but lower prices could reignite demand

Real estate agent Jarrod Nixon says lower interest rates and sale prices could influence demand

DATE: Aug 24, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango City Council sets Sept. 4 public hearing for Head Start proposal

Residents opposing city’s handling of project process assured they’ve been heard

DATE: Aug 24, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango woman to celebrate 101st birthday

Isabel Simmons, who lives at Junction Creek nursing home, will celebrate big milestone on Aug. 31

DATE: Aug 24, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photo: Those who cast stones, scare fish

Father and son enjoy afternoon fishing at Pastorius Reservoir

DATE: Aug 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

The Blotter, Aug. 21-22

Durango Police Department Thursday 6:26 p.m. A man who was allegedly drunk and harassing people at a Marathon gas station, 1680 Main Ave., was arrested for public intoxication. 2:09 ...

DATE: Aug 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mobile business trend is on the move in La Plata County

Concept continues to grow as cost of commercial rent deters owners

DATE: Aug 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Bayfield Town Manager Katie Sickles’ future uncertain after call for her ouster

Motion on Aug. 6 said she wasn’t acting in ‘best interest’ of majority of town board

DATE: Aug 22, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

CDOT adding variable message board as part of U.S. Highway 550 connection

New electronic board will be installed at 550 North between County Roads 302 and 220 in south Durango

DATE: Aug 22, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango’s Community Relations Commission resurrected with refined mission

City board re-imagined after predecessor collapsed over Columbus Day post

DATE: Aug 22, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.

A solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a d...

Photos: IHBC Subaru Mountain Bike RaceCobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday

Cobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday

Sidney Andrew easily won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic women’s pro road race

Photos: IHBC men’s pro road raceCobe Freeburn won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic men’s pro road race on Saturday

Cobe Freeburn won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic men’s pro road race on Saturday

Photos: IHBC citizens rideIron Horse Bicycle Classic citizens ride takes off to Silverton

Iron Horse Bicycle Classic citizens ride takes off to Silverton

Photos: DHS graduationDurango High School graduated 366 seniors on Friday evening

Durango High School graduated 366 seniors on Friday evening