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Durango doctor goes where he’s needed – rural Honduras

Cape Cares fundraising for 7,000-square-foot health clinic in El Rodeito

DATE: Jan 5, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango police clear campers from western city limits

‘We don’t know where we’re going,’ said one of a dozen residents told to pack it up

DATE: Jan 4, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Late Duane Smith honored with celebration of life at Fort Lewis College

Community remembers storied legacy of history teacher, Cubs fan and friend to all

DATE: Jan 4, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Newly elected U.S. Rep. Jeff Hurd takes oath, ready to get to work

Swearing in took place after Mike Johnson’s narrow win as speaker

DATE: Jan 3, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Sustainable Goods, an eco-friendly retail store, is moving to larger location in downtown Durango

Shop will be able to expand its product line and collaborate with Revival Goods

DATE: Jan 3, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County needs a surveyor, again

Applications accepted through Jan. 13

DATE: Jan 3, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Veterans eligible for free rides from Durango Transit thanks to $10,000 donation

Transportation director expects funds to last three years

DATE: Jan 3, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

LPEA awards over $373,000 in grants to La Plata, Archuleta nonprofits through in 2024

Members can contribute through Round Up Foundation fund

DATE: Jan 3, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: ‘Common Threads’ public art project lands at Durango airport

DATE: Jan 3, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

2024 – by the numbers

A look at some of the stats that defined last year in Durango and La Plata County

DATE: Jan 3, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Fort Lewis College student dies on campus

Ruby Iker, 19, was a second-year engineering student

DATE: Jan 2, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Kidnapping suspect shocked with Taser after car chase through La Plata County

Douglas Palmer accused of domestic violence, felony eluding

DATE: Jan 2, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

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’

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.

A solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a d...