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Firefighters douse small wildfire that breaks out in Animas Valley north of Durango

Juvenile lighting fires in tree fort caused blaze

DATE: Jul 18, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Half of protested property values in La Plata County reduced, 92 appealed further

Assessor received unprecedented 1,470 appeals this year

DATE: Jul 18, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Hot weather to persist this week in Southwest Colorado with little chance of moisture

Meteorologist predicts late arrival for monsoons

DATE: Jul 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Nonprofits seek to recruit food producers in Southwest Colorado through educational opportunities

Cost of land and irrigation can result in poverty-level wages for farmers

DATE: Jul 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man who injured passenger while drunken driving sentenced to jail

Donald Villers rolled vehicle on Farmington Hill

DATE: Jul 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory revenue falls during first quarter of 2024 fiscal year

Company says it’s not concerned about drop-off and is still implementing strategic plan

DATE: Jul 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

A call for help: 911 dispatchers live through same traumas as police, firefighters

Those who answer calls are working toward mental health resilience

DATE: Jul 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Inpatient substance use treatment in Durango possible, but unlikely

Results of long-awaited feasibility study outline needs and options related to opioid crisis

DATE: Jul 16, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Cooling Off

DATE: Jul 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Q&A: Durango Transit driver proud to be making a difference

Thomas Richards has three decades experience driving buses

DATE: Jul 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

New business brings back nostalgic ice cream truck

Residents may see an old newspaper delivery vehicle handing out Drumsticks at major summer events

DATE: Jul 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 217

About 110 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what sporting goods store is coming to Durango, with 96% of respondents correctly answering...

DATE: Jul 14, 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