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Electricity from the heat of the Earth gets a big boost

California utility backs nation’s largest new power development

DATE: Jun 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man receives 3 years’ probation for kidnapping and choking ex-wife

Victim awoke in middle of the night to find Randall Wilcox standing over her

DATE: Jun 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Interim La Plata County Public Health director named sole finalist for job

Theresa Anselmo has led department since August

DATE: Jun 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Montezuma Land Conservancy receives funding for two new easement projects

Hackley Ranch and the Sturdevant Project will have funding thanks to Keep It Colorado

DATE: Jun 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Retired motorcycle officer reunited with service bike

Ron Wysocki purchased chopper at auction, two years after retiring from Durango Police Department

DATE: Jun 28, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

It’s official: Fireworks a ‘go’ this Independence Day in Durango

Recent rains played role in priming conditions for traditional light display

DATE: Jun 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado business lobbyists share key legislative wins during Eggs and Issues forum

Veto of wage theft and short-term rental bills deemed crucial for businesses

DATE: Jun 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango railroad to resume service to Silverton after rockslide covered tracks

Slide caused minimal damage to tracks

DATE: Jun 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango pulls emergency brake on sale of city-owned townhome

Housing innovation manager resigns after failing to disclose potential conflict of interest

DATE: Jun 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Green thumbs share tips on making do with limited space, tough climate

Durango area has six different plant hardiness zones; which one are you working within?

DATE: Jun 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Law enforcement conducts active threat training at Park Elementary School

Residents may see and hear police activity Thursday and Friday

DATE: Jun 26, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man receives prison sentence for attempted carjacking

Suspect accused of beating woman with a rock

DATE: Jun 26, 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