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Group seeks to acquire La Paloma building in South Durango

Members want to transform the location into a community center and safe haven for people of color

DATE: Jun 11, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Democratic candidate Adam Frisch meets with residents on listening tour through CD3

Challenger reaffirms priorities while criticizing U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert

DATE: Jun 10, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Going Green

DATE: Jun 10, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Montezuma County area narcotics investigation leads to eighth arrest

U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Colorado District announces eighth arrest

DATE: Jun 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata Electric Association seeks approval for first solar project south of Durango

9-acre array would generate 1.7 megawatts of power

DATE: Jun 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Home sweet Home Depot: Raccoon family finds a perfect nest in Durango store

Mama and four baby raccoons unmasked squatting in store’s garden center

DATE: Jun 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

What is ‘affordable’ to some misses the mark for others entering Durango housing market

City is working to diversify its supply to accommodate more income levels

DATE: Jun 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

David Luschen wins La Plata Electric Association District 4 race

Bylaw amendment handily approved by members with 3,973 votes in favor

DATE: Jun 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Protesters gather at Southwest Memorial Hospital after closure of birth center is announced

‘I think everybody is angry. It certainly is detrimental,’ organizer says

DATE: Jun 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 213

About 105 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what special gift is given to Native American students graduating from high school in Duran...

DATE: Jun 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Best bets in and around Durango

Stillwater Music is bringing Leslie Mendelson to THE LIGHT BOX at 8 p.m. Saturday. THE LIGHT BOX is in Stillwater Music at Crossroads Center, 1316 Main Ave. Mendelson is a Grammy-nominated ...

DATE: Jun 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Construction to begin on Mustang Crossing subdivision in Bayfield

Community Development director says town is in need of more housing inventory

DATE: Jun 8, 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