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Southern Utes frustrated about feds’ inaction on medical records issue

Southern Ute chairman says federal Indian Health Service’s ‘characteristic lack of urgency’ exacerbates health disparities

DATE: Feb 10, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

New custom bike retailer enters Durango cycling market

E-commerce business specializes in titanium frames for pack biking and trail riding

DATE: Feb 10, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photo: Burning the slash

Bureau of Land Management finishes up prescribed burn

DATE: Feb 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

City negotiating bid to install Durango’s community sculpture ‘Common Threads’

Public works director shares updates about short- and long-term projects

DATE: Feb 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango’s food tax rebate and utility refund program taking applications

7,761 utility accounts serviced in 2023

DATE: Feb 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango School District closes schools Friday for snowy conditions

Wet weather turned to snow and ice overnight, leading to slick roads

DATE: Feb 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

150 years of La Plata County

The county commemorates its sesquicentennial anniversary Saturday

DATE: Feb 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

32nd Street traffic calming and safety redesign nearly complete

Project scope includes mini roundabout, buffered bicycle lanes and road medians

DATE: Feb 8, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Red Mountain Pass reopens after two-day closure

Avalanche danger remains high after midweek storms

DATE: Feb 8, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southwest Small Business Development Center is named Region 9 Partner of the Year

The Region 9 Economic Development District of Southwest Colorado has presented the Southwest Small Business Development Center with their annual Lender Partner of the Year Award for working ...

DATE: Feb 8, 2024 | CATEGORY: Business

Ax-wielding man suspected of threatening neighbors, barricading himself in apartment

Police spent about four hours negotiating Grimes before forcing entry to make arrest

DATE: Feb 8, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango in the market for alternative recycling shipping and processing options

Free glass collection at recycling center still open, despite maintenance closure through most of February

DATE: Feb 8, 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