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Famed CO climber recounts rescue from peak near Silverton

Gerry Roach, 79, has written guidebooks on climbing the state’s highest peaks

DATE: Aug 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mural commemorates Durango’s brewing industry

Vibrant artwork will welcome millions of drivers to the “Brewing Capital of the Southwest”

DATE: Aug 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado’s famed nature photographer John Fielder dies

Dedicated life to preserve, conserve state’s landscapes

DATE: Aug 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango youth lend helping hands to erosion project

Nine sets of stone stairs created and 90 cubic feet of rock reshaped at popular climbing spot

DATE: Aug 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County still searching for treasurer candidates

Initial application period yielded only one qualified candidate

DATE: Aug 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango ethics board no longer oversees city councilors

Law change removes conflict of interest of elected officials overseeing appointed board members; Bosmans’ public hearing vacated

DATE: Aug 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southwest Colorado may see rain this week

Increased humidity brings positive outlook for fire danger in coming weeks

DATE: Aug 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

West Fork Fire near Navajo Lake 90% contained

Most of San Juan County, New Mexico, seeing moderate to severe drought conditions.

DATE: Aug 13, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Born into a right-handed world, ‘lefties’ have faced persecution, struggles and triumphs

International Left Handers Day recognizes challenges, celebrates differences

DATE: Aug 13, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Outdoor business owners speak about REI coming to Durango

Sporting goods stores brought in over $23 million in sales tax revenue in 2022

DATE: Aug 13, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Fairgrounds abuzz ahead of Saturday livestock auction

Junior ranching hands show their animals at La Plata County Fair

DATE: Aug 12, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Health board takes ‘lessons learned’ from emergency compensation report

Members voted not to pursue further investigation into the matter

DATE: Aug 12, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

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