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Leaving for treatment can be hard; coming back is an added burden

When substance abuse patients return, they find same triggers, few support systems

DATE: May 3, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Skier recounts exacting rescue after Silverton avalanche

A fast response and well-trained group were critical saving the skier

DATE: May 2, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: 'Bob’ the dummy takes a spill at Child Safety Day

DATE: May 2, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Purgatory Resort announces second ski extension into May

Ideal weather and abundant snowfall allows for prolonged weekend season

DATE: May 2, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Are Durango, La Plata County real estate markets returning to pre-COVID trends?

First quarter statistics show some homes are staying on market longer, selling for less

DATE: May 2, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango School District 9-R flips the switch for Earth week

Classes turn off lights for 15 minutes to demonstrate how much electricity can be saved

DATE: May 1, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Neighbors unite to save Durango man’s life

‘It’s just such a story about human kindness and selflessness,’ says daughter of man whose life was saved

DATE: May 1, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Silverton locals caught in avalanche, one seriously injured

Four skiers were on King Solomon; one person required a Flight For Life evacuation

DATE: May 1, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado governor signs four gun bills in a historic shift of regulations

Bills expand red flag law, raise minimum age to buy guns, impose three-day waiting period

DATE: May 1, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Conservation momentum surges for Dolores River as record flows draw rafters

Survey shows growing support for a national monument around Colorado’s Dolores River Canyon Country

DATE: May 1, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Addiction has found its way to Southwest Colorado; robust treatment services have not

In rural areas, inpatient substance use centers can be hard to access; the ramifications can be severe

DATE: May 1, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Leaving friends, family and community for treatment is hard, but some have little choice

Patients must travel hours for inpatient substance use care – if they can find it at all

DATE: May 1, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Four Corners Motorcycle RallyLots of motorcycles and tattoos were on display on Saturday

Lots of motorcycles and tattoos were on display on Saturday

Photos: Four Corners Motorcycle Rally Rodeo

Photos: Durango High School football opens its seasonDemons lost 35-14 to Montrose at home on Friday night

Demons lost 35-14 to Montrose at home on Friday night

Photos: La Plata County Fair on Friday

Photos: La Plata County Fair in full swing Thursday

Photos: Elkhorn Fire on Sunday

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’