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Caucus! Shape the future of your party, get in on the ground floor of the political process

Colorado’s political precinct caucuses, which will be held Tuesday, March 6, are the first formal opportunity for voters to weigh-in on the candidates and issues in the 2018 election. ...

DATE: Mar 5, 2018 | CATEGORY: Editorials

FLC president: ISO collaborator, unifier with ability to tap into region’s assets, opportunities

Fort Lewis College benefits from a wealth of resources colleges in other parts of the country can only wish for. Outdoor classrooms draw on our region’s extraordinary natural and...

DATE: Mar 3, 2018 | CATEGORY: Editorials

Colorado women: “We can do it!” 125 years leading the way on women’s suffrage, equal rights

It is during the month of March nationally that the achievements of women are commemorated. For Colorado women, there is much to celebrate. To date, 152 women from all over the state have be...

DATE: Mar 2, 2018 | CATEGORY: Editorials

Durango Film: Independent film festival celebrates its 13th year with local, international flair

The previews end, the theater darkens and we’re off on a journey of a director’s making, ideally, not totally sure where we’re heading. We may have a sense of what’s to come, but not all the...

DATE: Feb 28, 2018 | CATEGORY: Editorials

Listen to them: Brave young people with many bold ideas were treated reprehensibly

The primary responsibility a civilization has to its children – after working to ensure their survival, which surely should go without saying – is to help them grow into strong, engaged adul...

DATE: Feb 26, 2018 | CATEGORY: Editorials

Lake Nighthorse: Bring your ideas to the meetings that will craft recreation plans for reservoir

Finding solutions together. That’s the subtext of the city’s announcement of upcoming public meetings to explore options for shared recreation at Lake Nighthorse. As the county l...

DATE: Feb 24, 2018 | CATEGORY: Editorials

Making a splash: State champ Kylie Behn shows just how far a revived DHS program has come

A question arose earlier this month, just after the Durango High School girls swimming and diving team returned from the 3A State Championships. The girls did well, placing 12th ...

DATE: Feb 23, 2018 | CATEGORY: Editorials

Public art: Art at the intersection, another try at engaging the community in public art

Not all Durangoans will be pleased with the public art which will be installed in two long medians at the intersection of U.S. Highways 160 and 550; art has that effect. But Duran...

DATE: Feb 21, 2018 | CATEGORY: Editorials

FFA: Week-long celebration showcases importance of agriculture, education

The annual national Future Farmers of America celebratory week is upon us, which makes for a good time to reflect on the value of agriculture and how young people can find a place in agricul...

DATE: Feb 19, 2018 | CATEGORY: Editorials

DOI reorganization: The public, elected officials needs more information on Secretary Zinke’s goals

Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke is redesigning his department to move hundreds of public employees from Washington out West. In theory, putting decision-makers in closer touch with...

DATE: Feb 17, 2018 | CATEGORY: Editorials

Discover Goodwill: There’s room for our newest non-profit, its programs and opportunity center

Thrift is in fashion. As is the case with the La Plata County Humane Society, the United Methodist Church, Habitat for Humanity and the new Discover Goodwill Retail Center opening tomorrow, ...

DATE: Feb 16, 2018 | CATEGORY: Editorials

Skilled labor: Homebuilders, 9-R trades courses fill a gap in labor and educational offerings

Every cloud is supposed to have a silver lining, but can the same be said for clear skies? It can in Southwest Colorado, if you happen to be in the construction trades. Snow fina...

DATE: Feb 14, 2018 | CATEGORY: Editorials

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

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

Caucus! Shape the future of your party, get in on the ground floor of the political process

FLC president: ISO collaborator, unifier with ability to tap into region’s assets, opportunities

Colorado women: “We can do it!” 125 years leading the way on women’s suffrage, equal rights

Durango Film: Independent film festival celebrates its 13th year with local, international flair

Listen to them: Brave young people with many bold ideas were treated reprehensibly

Lake Nighthorse: Bring your ideas to the meetings that will craft recreation plans for reservoir

Making a splash: State champ Kylie Behn shows just how far a revived DHS program has come

Public art: Art at the intersection, another try at engaging the community in public art

FFA: Week-long celebration showcases importance of agriculture, education

DOI reorganization: The public, elected officials needs more information on Secretary Zinke’s goals

Discover Goodwill: There’s room for our newest non-profit, its programs and opportunity center

Skilled labor: Homebuilders, 9-R trades courses fill a gap in labor and educational offerings

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