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$44 million announced for Southern Ute Tribe high-speed internet

Funding will connect 1,800 Native American households to broadband

DATE: Dec 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado officials accused of trying to tip scales in favor of a Jared Polis health insurance policy

Health insurance brokers say the state is interfering in the free market to favor the Colorado Option, potentially at consumers’ expense

DATE: Dec 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Best bets in and around Durango

The film “Home to Home” will be screened 6-9 p.m. Friday (Dec. 2), in the Student Union Ballroom at Fort Lewis College. The event is free, but RSVP is requested at bit.ly/3B09HXH. FLC gradut...

DATE: Dec 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Distrust, mental health disorders are barriers for homeless vets in Durango

At least 120 displaced veterans live in La Plata County

DATE: Dec 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Bennet calls for ‘strong bipartisan vote’ in favor of Dolores River Canyon protection bill

Proposed legislation rooted in ‘thoughtful compromise,’ senator says

DATE: Dec 1, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Weekend winter storms predicted to bring minimal snow

Purgatory Resort plans to open beginner terrain regardless of snowfall amounts

DATE: Dec 1, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Investigators seek information on missing trailer from Mesa Verde National Park

Construction equipment in trailer valued at $40,000; was part of road project clearing hazardous rocks

DATE: Dec 1, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

New Animas High School building set to open in January

$19.1 million project includes 40,500 square feet with science lab, universal workshop and makerspace

DATE: Dec 1, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango High School students cleanup trash at campuses

Club tries to promote environmental sustainability in a nonpartisan way

DATE: Dec 1, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Get tested for sexually transmitted infections (free) and receive a $15 gift card from SJBPH

Syphilis cases this year have exceeded three-year average

DATE: Dec 1, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Lottery to decide lucky applicants for deed-restricted housing in Durango

22-unit complex being constructed near East Second Avenue and 33rd Street

DATE: Dec 1, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Boebert to represent western states on House Republican Policy Committee

Congresswoman promises to promote ‘conservative values’

DATE: Nov 30, 2022 | 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