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Democratic U.S. reps condemn Mercy Hospital’s plan to end female sterilization

Congressional Pro-choice Caucus members say denying birth control undermines Coloradans’ rights

DATE: Feb 16, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Will recent snowstorms reverse drought in Southwest Colorado?

Above-average precipitation is a boon to small basins, but downstream impacts are limited

DATE: Feb 16, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Man who fell for phone scam targeting La Plata County residents shares his story

John Perry wants to warn others about fake deputies soliciting money over missed jury duty

DATE: Feb 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dolores transfers ownership of Galloping Goose No. 5 to its home museum

Conditions guarantee beloved train will stay a feature of town, continue to run on guest railroads

DATE: Feb 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

City of Durango chews over housing possibilities in Three Springs

Expanded infrastructure key to estimated 400 units in subdivision

DATE: Feb 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Long overdue facility for La Plata County coroner fills all the boxes

Office relied on a patchwork of resources for decades to carry out basic functions

DATE: Feb 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Slow-moving system brings heavy snow to La Plata County, closing schools

Low-pressure storm brought 6-8 inches to Durango area

DATE: Feb 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Can La Plata County residents agree to disagree, without being disagreeable?

This Valentine’s Day, we asked leaders from differing perspectives to come together in the name of cordiality

DATE: Feb 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 197

About 100 people participated in the last quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what reason Fort Lewis College's MLK Day celebrations were postponed, with 97% of respondents ...

DATE: Feb 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Centura Health, parent company of Mercy Hospital, announces its breakup

CommonSpirit Health and AdventHealth say they will manage their hospitals separately

DATE: Feb 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Town of Ignacio sets flat rate for natural gas rates to help offset price spike

Residents will be disconnected if they do not pay their bills by May

DATE: Feb 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango Police Department giving away car-wheel locks in effort to curb car theft

Colorado has more thefts per capita than any other state

DATE: Feb 14, 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