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Chapman, Hesperus ski areas thrive after previous lackluster seasons

Low-elevation snowfall a boon to community-based ski hills

DATE: Feb 21, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Lost skier rescued at Boggy Draw north of Dolores

No injuries reported; Montezuma County Search and Rescue responded A cross-country skier who got lost in the Boggy Draw area north of Dolores was rescued Saturday night by a Montezuma County...

DATE: Feb 20, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Snowboarder who died Friday near Purgatory Resort is identified

A celebration of life will be held Feb. 25 for David Diaz of Durango

DATE: Feb 20, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Heart screenings return to Fort Lewis College

Tests take only five minutes and are intended to catch underlying cardiac conditions

DATE: Feb 20, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Gov. Polis appoints former prosecutor to serve as La Plata County Court judge

Reid R. Stewart will take the position formerly held by Anne Woods

DATE: Feb 20, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Records show gaps in process after 18 dogs are euthanized in Cortez

Case highlights problem of dogs at large and management of a five-year case

DATE: Feb 20, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

With 20 months to go, race for 3rd Congressional District begins

Two Democrats have already emerged to challenge Rep. Lauren Boebert

DATE: Feb 20, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Snowboarder dies after dropping off a cliff near Purgatory Resort

Ski patrol attempted lifesaving measures, but victim was pronounced dead on scene

DATE: Feb 19, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango city councilor faces scrutiny from fellow councilors over his conduct

Olivier Bosmans accused of misconduct and posting misleading information

DATE: Feb 18, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

14th annual Silverton Skijoring competition takes over town

When horses pull skiers, ‘it’s a wild ride’

DATE: Feb 18, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango City Council to consider accepting 49-acre land donation adjacent to Oxbow Preserve

Use of possible two new parcels yet to be determined

DATE: Feb 18, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 198

About 100 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what caused an RV in Bayfield to catch fire, with 98% of respondents correctly answering “A...

DATE: Feb 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Durango High School football takes on Piedra Vista High SchoolDemons’ defense dominates in 17-0 victory on Friday night

Demons’ defense dominates in 17-0 victory on Friday night

Skyhawks beat Lubbock Christian 2-1 in season opener on Thursday

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