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Durango makes pitch for sales tax renewal by touting past achievements in parks and rec

Reauthorization would help expedite long list of proposed improvements

DATE: Jul 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango forming focus group to inform Downtown’s Next Step

Historic Main Avenue, business access common criticisms of pro-pedestrian project

DATE: Jul 20, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Sheriff: Armed Mancos man shot dead after refusing deputies’ commands

Thompson approached deputies in ‘threatening manner,’ refused to drop rifle, Nowlin says

DATE: Jul 19, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Keeping cool on a lazy summer day

DATE: Jul 19, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Motorcycle injuries and deaths on the rise in Colorado

Southwest Colorado, a hub for motorcycling, is a hot spot for crashes

DATE: Jul 19, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango raises records request fees, citing increase in inquiries

Colorado law allows municipalities to approve rate hikes

DATE: Jul 19, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Frightened dog, missing for two weeks, captured near Silverton

Konni, who fled during Fourth of July fireworks, will be reunited with her Phoenix family on Saturday

DATE: Jul 19, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Missing Cortez child last seen with his father

Helliono Martinez reported missing, was last seen with his father, Charles Martinez

DATE: Jul 19, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Summer construction projects at Durango School District focus on safety, general upkeep

Some electrical and cooling systems haven’t been updated since 1970s

DATE: Jul 19, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado senators release guidelines for protecting Dolores River Canyon

Statement advocates maintaining water and mining rights, continued grazing, prohibiting fees

DATE: Jul 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango Palestine Solidarity Coalition organizes Yard Sale for Gaza

Effort raises $4,100 for families trying to evacuate

DATE: Jul 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Weather radar at airport could come online by end of August

La Plata County is developing an app to provide localized forecast to residents

DATE: Jul 18, 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