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Drone helps find suspect hiding under cloak of darkness north of Durango

Aztec man accused of stealing pickup, leading police on chase

DATE: Nov 30, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Beware the unsolicited check that arrived in Durango mailbox – it is a scam

The ‘car wrap’ swindle comes via express mail, a scheme that has been around for years

DATE: Nov 30, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Collision of semitrailer and pickup on U.S. 491 causes injuries

Highway closed at County Road N for two hours; man flown to St. Mary’s Medical Center

DATE: Nov 30, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Ignacio schools stand tall in face of outside criticism

Teacher retention is one of many challenges Superintendent Chris deKay and his staff are working to resolve

DATE: Nov 30, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mesa Verde horses go up for adoption

Wild herd has been tamed by Mustang Camp; adoption sign-up started and application process begins soon

DATE: Nov 29, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Four of five Community Relations Commission members resign from volunteer board

Durango City Council declines request for formal apology over Columbus Day Facebook post

DATE: Nov 29, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photo: Storm leaves San Juan Mountains with a fresh coat of snow

DATE: Nov 29, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Festival of Trees & Wreaths display dazzles visitors at Durango Railroad Museum

19th annual event raises money via online auction for people with disabilities

DATE: Nov 29, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

CDOT lays out road map of improvements planned for La Plata, Archuleta counties

Highway 160 expected to be widened between Elmore’s Corner and Bayfield

DATE: Nov 29, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Eight applicants apply for La Plata County court judge opening

Public can submit comments regarding qualifications of candidates

DATE: Nov 29, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

GOP candidates for statewide offices outperform Boebert in 3rd District

Research shows the Republican’s gubernatorial candidate was the only one who fared worse

DATE: Nov 29, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Humane society swelled to the seams with cats and dogs in need of good homes

Unprecedented numbers pack the shelter at time when surrenders outnumber adoptions

DATE: Nov 29, 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