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Rockslide covers train tracks, interrupting service to Silverton

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad service to Silverton remained closed Tuesday

DATE: Jun 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County takes first step toward lodgers tax reallocation

Voters may be asked to redirect money away from Visit Durango

DATE: Jun 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Flower power

Durango Botanic Gardens holds 11th annual ‘Gardens on Tour’ on Saturday

DATE: Jun 22, 2024 | CATEGORY: Gallery

Durango residents immerse themselves in natural botanic beauty

Annual ‘Gardens on Tour’ showcases plants with eye-popping colors

DATE: Jun 22, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rock slide creates mess for Durango-Silverton railroad

Officials believe it was weather-related; Saturday and Sunday trains won’t go past Cascade Canyon

DATE: Jun 22, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man to bike 760 miles to raise funds for chronically ill woman

Bill Ayers is inspired by Brianna Hoffman’s medical journey

DATE: Jun 22, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Metallic Minerals, Forest Service face pressure from community over exploration

Federal and state representatives field questions, concerns about mining northeast of Mancos

DATE: Jun 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Turnout low in La Plata County as Tuesday’s primary election nears

Ballots can no longer be mailed and should be returned using drop boxes

DATE: Jun 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Western Slope storms break records, cause damage in eastern La Plata County

Pingpong ball-sized hail pelted crops in eastern La Plata County

DATE: Jun 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Horseback Social added to Durango Cowboy Gathering

A new event for the time-honored tradition

DATE: Jun 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

A replicable model for workforce housing?

City of Durango purchased townhome, worked with lender to create affordable unit

DATE: Jun 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Aztec man with lengthy history accused of stealing dirt bike

Criminal history in San Juan County dates to 2003

DATE: Jun 21, 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