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Group urges Durango to reform sustainability fee structure

San Juan Citizens Alliance proposes shifting from flat rate to percentage-based model tied to water use

DATE: Apr 24, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango schools implement security protocols after report of armed man at Starbucks

Police take suspect into custody about 2:20 p.m. Thursday

DATE: Apr 24, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango Flight For Life crew assists in rescue of stranded driver

Man flashed car lights at passing helicopter, prompting emergency response

DATE: Apr 24, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango, Chamber of Commerce seek business input on minimum wage hike

City Council to discuss proposed increase at May 6 study session

DATE: Apr 23, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

In brief visit, Rep. Jeff Hurd meets commissioners, protesters in Durango

Congressman has yet to hold an in-person town hall

DATE: Apr 23, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Stratospheric balloon cruises over Southwest Colorado, sparks curiosity on way to Florida

Balloon caused rumors to fly as it passed over Hawaii

DATE: Apr 23, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Ice sports devotees request new rinks as Durango’s Chapman Hill ‘bursting at seams’

Residents pressure city to prioritize facilities project

DATE: Apr 23, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Some residents and staff worry Durango’s prized ice rink is on last legs

Underground spring water seeping onto floor at Chapman Hill

DATE: Apr 23, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

U.S. Congressman Jeff Hurd visits with Montezuma County commissioners

Conversation covered things like rural health care, public lands and the National Conservation Area for the Upper Dolores

DATE: Apr 22, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Vehicle crash cuts power to Durango High School, rec center and other facilities

Most services restored by 1:50 p.m. Tuesday

DATE: Apr 22, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Vandals, undeterred by fences, leave their mark at Bakers Bridge north of Durango

Graffiti on cliffs defaces natural landscape, upsets residents

DATE: Apr 22, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County considers asking voters to raise sales tax

A half-cent increase would raise county rate to 2.5% and generate estimated $8.9 million in 2026

DATE: Apr 22, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Animus on the AnimasBoxing in Durango took place on beautiful summer day on July 5

Boxing in Durango took place on beautiful summer day on July 5

Photos: Archers take aimPurgatory Resort hosts the Total Archery Challenge

Purgatory Resort hosts the Total Archery Challenge

Photos: A rockin’ good timeThe 71st annual Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show

The 71st annual Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show

Photos: Durango gets ‘Wet and Wild’

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...