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Do swollen rivers help or hurt Durango rafting companies?

Some customers are incentivized by high flows, while others are deterred

DATE: Jun 7, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Ska Fabricating receives governor’s award for exporting

CEO says 20% of the company’s business is international

DATE: Jun 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Normandy marks D-Day's 79th anniversary, honors World War II veterans

ON OMAHA BEACH, France – An overwhelming sound of gunfire and men’s screams. That’s how World War II veteran Marie Scott described D-Day, as Tuesday's ceremonies got underway in honor of tho...

DATE: Jun 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Papa Jake survived D-Day on Omaha Beach, now he’s a TikTok star

Jake Larson, 100, has more than 600,000 followers

DATE: Jun 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photo: A wee bit more added to Lake Nighthorse’s Wibit

DATE: Jun 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Novice rafters, tubers advised to take precautions this season on rivers

Safety experts advise people to use life vests and water shoes, and scout routes before committing

DATE: Jun 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Historic Columbine Cabin to be removed from Purgatory Resort

A buyer will be selected through a sealed bidding process

DATE: Jun 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Video: Iron Horse Veterans Train 2023 leaving Durango

Military veterans were among the passengers on the first train departing Saturday from Durango to Silverton. Veterans were allowed to ride for free on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Ra...

DATE: Jun 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Strater Hotel dedicates Room 215 to Coffee Club

Group met every morning for decades at Mahogany Grille

DATE: Jun 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Family and friends remember Toh-Atin’s Mary Jane Clark

Durango resident loved skiing, playing bridge and learning about other people

DATE: Jun 5, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Freestyle kayakers show off skills in River Days competition

Brother and sister take home first-place prizes in two events

DATE: Jun 5, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Kevin Hall takes job as deputy manager at La Plata County

Former city of Durango employee has been serving as county’s interim Community Development director

DATE: Jun 5, 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.