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Durango company receives housing incentive grant to build 66 affordable homes

Timber Age Systems gets up to $680,000 for cross-laminated timber projects

DATE: Nov 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango officials say bump-out program still a success despite drop off in applicants this year

Economic opportunity manager sees installation of ‘pedlet’ as compromise for Main Avenue congestion

DATE: Nov 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

The Boathouse on Grand brings Spain to the Four Corners

Jennifer and Dave Stewart combine local flavors with a Seville-style menu and ambiance

DATE: Nov 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Two winners named in Bayfield school board election; a third remains too close to call

Four candidates were running for three open seats

DATE: Nov 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Two incumbents and newcomer win seats on Ignacio school board

Race was called late Tuesday night

DATE: Nov 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Late surge of voters boosts turnout in Southwest Colorado

About 44% of all ballots cast showed up on Election Day in La Plata County

DATE: Nov 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Wolf Creek Ski Area to open beginner terrain this weekend

Above-average temperatures expected to cool down later this week

DATE: Nov 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Election yields low turnout, but important training opportunity

Ballot questions, lack of candidates may not have resonated with voters

DATE: Nov 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Talbot holds strong lead in Bayfield school board race

Candidate says he wants to keep district on current path

DATE: Nov 7, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Newcomer leads Ignacio school board election

Ross Melton takes highest percentage of votes entering final tally

DATE: Nov 7, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Bayfield voters reject sales tax increase

1% increase would have funded town parks; mayor ‘not surprised’ at the outcome

DATE: Nov 7, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southwest Colorado voters firmly reject Prop. HH

Time to ‘roll up the sleeves and get to work,’ county commissioner says

DATE: Nov 7, 2023 | 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