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Western Slope water interests make $98.5M play to buy some of the Colorado River’s oldest water rights from Xcel

Xcel Energy owns some of the oldest water rights on the Colorado River near Glenwood Springs. A coalition thinks would be a better manager of them.

DATE: Nov 5, 2023 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

Update: Missing 13-year-old Durango girl found safe

Nemeiah Walton went missing around 4:30 p.m. Saturday near Needham Elementary School

DATE: Nov 5, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Home prices up, sales down during third quarter in La Plata County

High interest rates a ‘nemesis’ for prospective homebuyers

DATE: Nov 5, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Eight teams compete in Durango Train Pull on Saturday

Special Olympics Colorado and Law Enforcement Torch Run event to return annually

DATE: Nov 4, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Visit Durango to premiere film celebrating area ski culture at Animas City Theatre

‘Send It Like A Local’ to be shown Nov. 18

DATE: Nov 4, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango businesses receive ‘green business’ certifications from 4CORE

Eight businesses recognized for efforts becoming more environment friendly

DATE: Nov 4, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Hesperus solar developer committed, despite another hiccup

The application is considered ‘withdrawn’ by La Plata County following Oct. 29 deadline

DATE: Nov 4, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Treasurer Moni Grushkin sworn in

Outgoing Treasurer Allison Aichele gave notice of resignation in July

DATE: Nov 3, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Three teens charged with 20 felonies – including murder – in Santa Rita Park shootings

Two 17-year-old suspects charged as adults

DATE: Nov 3, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Northeast Durango homes temporarily lose water services

Contract utility crews accidentally break valves incorrectly located by city; water restored around 7 a.m. Friday

DATE: Nov 3, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

A voice for victims: Jane Foy honored for prosecutorial advocacy

District attorney employee helps victims through criminal justice process

DATE: Nov 3, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Zombie march draws ‘polite, courteous’ crowd in downtown Durango

No arrests were made in what has become a Halloween tradition

DATE: Nov 2, 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.