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Two Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory executives resign

Company plans to look for CEO and CFO who will be based close to Durango

DATE: May 24, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Research into Colorado’s Indian boarding school receives new funding

Bill directs researchers to collect confidential oral histories of survivors

DATE: May 24, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Lake Nighthorse construction to commence after Memorial Day weekend

Improved motorboat decontamination system to protect waters from invasive mussels

DATE: May 24, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

How did a wildfire east of Bayfield set land managers up for success?

On a tour of Dry Lake Fire burn area, forest partners saw firsthand the benefits of fire

DATE: May 24, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Wildfire smoke prompts air quality alert for much of Southwest Colorado

Areas that could be impacted include Telluride, Ouray, Silverton, Lake City, Creede and others

DATE: May 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Ignacio School District to take down Southern Ute flag Friday

Decision has sparked backlash from some students

DATE: May 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Numerous Memorial Day weekend events lined up in Durango

Durango is ready to again honor the men and women who died while serving in the United States military with a number of Memorial Day weekend events. VFW Post 4031 Cmdr. David Latham said it ...

DATE: May 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Gusty winds could give Iron Horse Bicycle Classic riders a boost Saturday morning

Road race and McDonald’s Citizen Tour begin at 7:30 and 8 a.m., respectively

DATE: May 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

In split vote, Durango City Council approves Downtown’s Next Step ‘pilot’ program

Temporary installation will help inform decision-making, some councilors say

DATE: May 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Car crash with injuries

Two vehicles collided near U.S. Highway 160 and Wildcat Canyon Road (County Road 141)

DATE: May 22, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Steamworks wins annual ‘Battle of the Animas’

Steamworks created separation from the pack near the end to win on Wednesday; Ska Brewing takes second, Eolus places third

DATE: May 22, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango Derailers to pedal the passes Saturday in support of sick children

Nonprofit helps kids, families pay travel expenses in seeking care

DATE: May 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